That and "containment" are the public face. But the real agenda is the destruction of Western Civilization, or at least pitting it against Islam in a most violent and protracted war. Absence of nukes is NOT what the trans-nationalsist want. They want all-out nuclear war. Very survivable for humanity, and the powerful would assume even stronger control over the remnant.
Quick thought.
How much power and influence did the Euro-nobility attain during the crusades?
Absolutely indeed.