Question

al qaeda is identified as an international terrorist group because it
is motivated by a desire for change.
believes in the justness of the cause.
operates inside of a particular territory.
attacks targets in many areas of the globe.

Explanation:

An international terrorist group is defined by operating and carrying out attacks across multiple countries/global regions, not being limited to a single territory. The first two options apply to many activist or militant groups, not specifically international terrorist ones, and the third option describes a domestic group.

Answer:

D. attacks targets in many areas of the globe.