The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by
extremists and terrorist groups on the Internet to spread propaganda and incite
violence. Last week, CEP researchers identified a Telegram channel with over
7,500 subscribers urging its followers to share an antisemitic propaganda video
in response to Holocaust-related social media content. The full video was
previously posted by one account on Twitter/X, and a clip advertising the video
was posted earlier by another, garnering more than 900,000 views.





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Extremist Content Online: Antisemitic Propaganda Video Widely Promoted On
Telegram And Twitter/X


(New York, N.Y.) — The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the
methods used by extremists and terrorist groups on the Internet to spread
propaganda and incite violence. Last week, CEP researchers identified a
Telegram channel with over 7,500 subscribers urging its followers to share an
antisemitic propaganda video in response to Holocaust-related social media
content. The full video was previously posted by one account on Twitter/X, and
a clip advertising the video was posted earlier by another, garnering more than
900,000 views.



Also on Telegram, CEP located a three-and-a-half-hour compilation video
released by a previously prohibited channel, promoting white supremacism and
encouraging “training and preparing” and dissemination of extremist propaganda.
Additionally, Telegram channels associated with the neo-Nazi group NSC-131
shared footage of a protest outside Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's
residence, condemning legal actions against the group and soliciting donations
for legal expenses.



On PasteThis.To, the pro-ISIS tech group Qimam Electronic Foundation (QEF)
released a series of tips for detecting spyware on Android devices, while
another pro-ISIS user cautioned against trusting VPN providers due to potential
data sharing with law enforcement. CEP researchers also discovered an al-Qaeda
in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) video on the Internet Archive, released on
February 8, promoting lone actor attacks and praising past attackers.



In addition, the leader of the Goyim Defense League created a new Twitter/X
account shortly after what was likely his previous profile was removed for
disseminating antisemitic and racist content, with the new account quickly
gaining followers despite posting similar extremist content. The main website
for the Active Club movement also resurfaced after several months of
maintenance, promoting its official Telegram channel, propaganda, and
recruitment information. Finally, neo-Nazi figure James Mason released a new
video reiterating his views on the failure of democracy and advocating for
societal withdrawal.



Antisemitic Telegram Channel Encourages Posting Notorious Antisemitic
Propaganda Video in Responses to Holocaust Museums and Education Centers



On February 13, a Telegram channel that exists to publicize and share a
notorious antisemitic propaganda video encouraged its followers to share links
to the video as responses to Holocaust museum, memorial, and education social
media accounts. The Telegram channel has over 7,500 subscribers. One individual
commented that they had been banned from an unnamed social media platform for
doing what the channel advised. At the same time, another user noted that it
was essential to make sure that people watched the entire series of the
purported documentary that glorifies Nazi Germany and justifies the crimes of
the Third Reich.



At least two Twitter/X accounts that have promoted the video have been removed
from the platform. An account that posted the entire 10+ hour video on
Twitter/X inJune
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was recently made unavailable after being on the platform for eight months and
receiving over 800,000 views. Another Twitter/X account that posted a clip
promoting the video inJuly
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was still online on February 15, receiving over 900,000 views.



“Individuals are coordinating on Telegram to spread Holocaust denial and
antisemitic propaganda on other online platforms and websites,” said CEP
researcher Joshua Fisher-Birch. “These efforts seek to deny the Holocaust,
intimidate and harass individuals and institutions working in Holocaust
education, and spread antisemitism. This video is often spread as an
introduction to antisemitism as part of a recruitment strategy by white
supremacist groups. Online hate is frequently connected across different
internet platforms and communications apps.”



White Supremacist Video Compilation from Removed Telegram Channel Shared on
Communications App



On February 14, a compilation of approximately 40 videos edited into a single
three-and-a-half-hour movie was released on Telegram. The channel that released
the video has been removed from Telegram at least ten times. The movie
consisted of news footage edited to reinforce white supremacist, antisemitic,
anti-LGBTQ, and anti-government narratives before concluding with several
minutes of clips that depicted extreme right groups and an idealized white
society. The video asks the viewer what their legacy would be and encourages
“training and preparing” and engaging in propaganda activities. The movie
claimed to reflect the creator’s radicalization in 2018 and 2019.



The video is purported to be the first of a three-part series to be released
in 2024. A unique Telegram channel was created to share the movie.



The video was shared by at least 14 Telegram channels and chats. A
Terrorgram-affiliated channel admin noted that the video creator has been “one
of the most impactful” Telegram propagandists.



Screenshot from white supremacist compilation movie. Screenshot taken on
February 15.



NSC-131 Posts Footage of Demonstration Outside of Massachusetts Governor’s
House, Asks for Donations



On February 11, Telegram channels affiliated with the neo-Nazi group
Nationalist Social Club
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(NSC-131) posted a video showing members protesting outside of Massachusetts
Governor Maura Healey’s house on February 10. The video contained a message
condemning a Decemberlawsuit
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filed by the Massachusetts Attorney General against the group and footage of
approximately 25 people holding flares and chanting in front of the governor’s
house. Law enforcementsaid
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NSC members protested for less than 15 minutes before leaving.



The video was shared on at least 13 Telegram channels with a link to a
different NSC-131 channel asking for donations for the group to pay for legal
expenses. A link for a crowdfunding campaign on the GiveSendGo platform and
wallet addresses for the cryptocurrencies Bitcoin, Monero, and Ethereum were
posted. As of February 15, the GiveSendGo fundraiser had received $15,104, with
$745 coming in after the Saturday demonstration.



The GiveSendGo fundraising link, photos of the demonstration, and a supportive
message were shared by an account on Twitter/X, receiving over 11,700 views in
nine days. CEP reported the tweet to the platform but it was still online five
days later.



Pro-ISIS Tech Group Releases Suggestions for Detecting Spyware on Android
Devices, Chat User Warns Users Not to Trust VPNs



On February 13, the pro-ISIS tech group Qimam Electronic Foundation (QEF)
posted a list on PasteThis.To, distributed via RocketChat, for allegedly
detecting spyware on Android mobile devices. The list contained ten tips,
including the possible effects of advanced malware on a phone. In January 2023,
QEFwarned
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their followers of a new type of malware being deployed against Android
devices, allowing users with hostile intent to take control of the device or
discover its location.



Separately, on February 13, a pro-ISIS user of a different chat warned the
group’s supporters, especially those involved in creating and spreading
propaganda, to be wary of VPN providers, stating that some companies turn over
data about users to law enforcement. QEF has previously released aguide
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on using VPNs andwarned
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that they should not be used for illegal activity.



Recent AQAP Video Encourages Lone Actor Attacks



On February 14, CEP researchers located a video on the Internet Archive from
al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula
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’s (AQAP) Al-Malahem Media outlet, originally released on February 8, that
encouraged lone actor attacks. The video featured multiple statements from AQAP
memberIbrahim al-Qosi
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and an unnamed English-speaking narrator, who both declared that individuals
needed to commit terrorist attacks, including against civilians, politicians,
the media, and military personnel. Stating that “today is your day,” the video
encouraged using knives, vehicles, or firearms and recommended using AQAP’s
Inspire magazine for advice on committing attacks. The footage additionally
praised multiple individuals by name who committed attacks in the name of
al-Qaeda. The Internet Archive quickly removed the video after CEP reported it.



Screenshot from AQAP video, February 15.



Notorious Antisemitic Propagandist Creates New Twitter/X Account After Likely
Prior Deletion



Jon Minadeo II, the leader of the Goyim Defense League (GDL), created a new
Twitter/X account on February 7, several days after an account likely belonging
to him was removed from the platform. The previous account, which CEP reported
to Twitter/X on February 1 and which was deleted by February 5, posted a large
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and racist propaganda. The new account began tweeting similar antisemitic,
racist, and pro-Nazi content and signal-boosting other accounts within 24
hours. The account removed earlier in the month had over 2,100 followers by the
time it was removed, and the new account had over 1,150 followers on February
20. CEP reported the new account to Twitter/X on February 15, but it was still
online five days later.



Active Club Movement Website Returns



The main website for the white supremacist Active Club
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movement returned several months after being under maintenance. The site
contains a link to the main Active Club Telegram channel, propaganda posters,
and a contact form for recruitment purposes. The website uses Cloudflare as its
nameserver and Registrar.Eu as its registrar.



Active Club website “contact us” section heading. Screenshot taken on February
15.



Neo-Nazi James Mason Releases New Video



On February 10, James Mason
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released a new video on an alternative video platform after a hiatus of six
and a half months. Consisting of a late New Year’s message, Mason repeated
prior statements that white people in the United States view democracy as a
failure and that the worse the political situation is, the better it is for
“revolutionaries.” Mason alleged that violence would not work and urged his
viewers to continue their efforts and drop out of society. The video was shared
on a neo-Nazi website operated by a website that spreads Mason’s videos and
writing.



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