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From analysis of Palestinian suicide attacks against Israeli targets, the profile of a typical bomber portrays a single, young male, who is fanatically religious and embraces the extremist Islamic promise of a martyr's place in heaven. This profile has begun to change, with bombers now ranging in age from teens to middle-aged individuals with families and established careers. The ranks of suicide volunteers are also no longer only restricted to males. Women have played a role in suicide bombings in Afghanistan, Israel, and Sri Lanka.
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