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November 19, 2021 at 2:30 PM

UK Set To Declare ‘Rabidly Anti-Semitic’ Hamas Is A Terrorist Organization

“The U.K. government is set to proscribe Hamas under the country’s Terrorism Act, under plans that will be announced by Home Secretary Priti Patel on     Eye on Extremism November 19,…

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November 18, 2021 at 2:30 PM

U.N. Envoy Says Islamic State Now Appears Present In All Afghan Provinces

“The U.N. envoy to Afghanistan on Wednesday delivered a bleak assessment of the situation following the Taliban takeover, saying that an affiliate of     Eye on Extremism November 18,…

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November 17, 2021 at 9:30 PM

Pakistan Forges Agreement With Al-Qaeda Affiliate

Last week, the government of Pakistan and the U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) agreed to a one-month cea Pakistan Forges Agreement With Al-Qaeda Affiliate   (New York, N.Y.)…

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November 17, 2021 at 2:33 PM

Islamic State Claims Deadly Bombings In Ugandan Capital

“Suicide bombers set off two powerful explosions in the center of Uganda’s capital during rush hour in an attack later claimed by Islamic State. At le     Eye on Extremism November 17…

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November 16, 2021 at 4:03 PM

Former EU Counterterrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove Joins CEP Advisory Board

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) today announced that former European Union (EU) Counterterrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove has joined its Adv Former EU Counterterrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove Joins CEP …

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November 16, 2021 at 2:30 PM

UN Condemns Arms Supply To Somalia's Al-Shabab, Keeps UN Ban

“The U.N. Security Council condemned the supply of weapons and ammunition to al-Shabab extremists and others in Somalia in violation of a U.N. arms em     Eye on Extremism November 16…

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November 15, 2021 at 11:46 PM

CEP Spotlight: Ian Acheson

Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts CEP Spotlight: Ian Acheson Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts   (New York, N.Y.) – CEP Senior Advisor Ian Acheson, a former prison governor and senior official …

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November 15, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Extremist Content Online: Former Atomwaffen Division Members Announced A New Splinter Group, Are Condemned by James Mason

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November 15, 2021 at 2:30 PM

UN Says Many Lives Lost Daily In Africa's Sahel Crisis

“The U.N. peacekeeping chief warned Friday that the crisis in Africa’s Sahel region remains volatile, with insecurity and instability seriously underm     Eye on Extremism November 15…

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November 12, 2021 at 2:32 PM

U.S. Joins China, Russia In Urging Taliban To Cut Terrorist Ties

“The U.S. joined rivals China and Russia to call on the Taliban to cut ties with terrorist groups and stop them from operating in Afghanistan after a     Eye on Extremism November 12,…

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November 10, 2021 at 9:15 PM

Iraqi Prime Minister Targeted For Assassination Amid Wave Of Attacks

On Sunday, armed drones attacked the residence of Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi in a failed assassination attempt. There were no claims of r Iraqi Prime Minister Targeted For Assassination Amid Wave Of Attacks…

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November 10, 2021 at 5:50 PM

CEP Resource Details The Taliban’s Hardline Government

When Taliban forces seized control of Afghanistan in August, leaders of the extremist group pledged to establish a new reformed Taliban government. Th CEP Resource Details The Taliban’s Hardline Government   (New York,…

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November 10, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Iraq Struggles To Control Iran-Allied Militias Believed Responsible For Attack On Prime Minister

“Iraqi officials are grappling with how to contain Iran-backed militias after a drone attack on the Iraqi premier’s residence highlighted the enduring     Eye on Extremism November 10…

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November 9, 2021 at 11:00 PM

CEP Briefing Paper: Misuse Of Online Services By Transnational Right-Wing Extremist And Terrorist Networks

Threats, Regulatory Countermeasures, And Challenges CEP Briefing Paper: Misuse Of Online Services By Transnational Right-Wing Extremist And Terrorist Networks Threats, Regulatory Countermeasures, And Challenges   (Berli…

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November 9, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Pakistan Agrees One-Month 'Complete Ceasefire' With Local Taliban Militants

“Pakistan and local Taliban militants have agreed a one-month ceasefire which may be extended if both sides agree, spokesmen said on Monday, opening t     Eye on Extremism November 9,…

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November 8, 2021 at 11:03 PM

Extremist Content Online: Neo-Nazis On Telegram Post Alleged Dox Of CDC Director

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November 8, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Tension Rises In Iraq After Failed Bid To Assassinate PM

“The failed assassination attempt against Iraq’s prime minister at his residence on Sunday has ratcheted up tensions following last month’s parliament     Eye on Extremism November 8,…

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November 5, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Sixty Killed In Attack On Village In Southwest Niger -Local Officials

“About 60 people including the mayor have been killed in an attack on the village of Banibangou in southwest Niger, two local officials told Reuters.     Eye on Extremism November 5, …

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November 4, 2021 at 3:04 PM

Saudi Arabia Cuts Ties With Lebanon After Government Minister Shows Support For Iranian-Backed Terrorists

On Friday, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia severed diplomatic and economic ties with Lebanon by suspending all imports from the country, expelling the Leb Saudi Arabia Cuts Ties With Lebanon After Government Minister Shows Support For Iranian-Backed T…

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November 4, 2021 at 1:30 PM

European Union To Train Mozambican Military To Fight Terrorism

“The European Union will train around 2,000 Mozambican naval and special forces to help fight an Islamic State-linked insurgency that’s left more than     Eye on Extremism November 4,…

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November 3, 2021 at 6:31 PM

Members Of The Base Sentenced To Prison For Terrorism-Related Activities

Last week, former Canadian Armed Forces reservist Patrick Jordan Mathews and U.S. Army veteran Brian Mark Lemley Jr., members of the neo-Nazi group Th Members Of The Base Sentenced To Prison For Terrorism-Related Activi…

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November 3, 2021 at 2:33 PM

CEP-EPC Report Launch: Hiding In Plain Sight? Disguised Compliance By Terrorist Offenders

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) in cooperation with the European Policy Centre (EPC) are pleased to invite you to this online policy dialogue and CEP-EPC Report Launch: Hiding In Plain Sight? Disguised Compliance By…

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November 3, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Taliban Ban Use Of Foreign Currency In Afghanistan -Spokesman

“The Taliban announced a complete ban on the use of foreign currency in Afghanistan on Tuesday, a move sure to cause further disruption to an economy     Eye on Extremism November 3, …

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November 2, 2021 at 10:19 PM

ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In October 2021

Following is the October 2021 installment of “ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency,” a monthly chronicle of attacks by the terrorist group ISIS in ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In October 2021   Read ISIS…

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November 2, 2021 at 5:48 PM

Extremist Content Online: Neo-Nazi Videos On Instagram Call For Antisemitic Violence

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November 2, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Blasts And Clashes At Military Hospital In Kabul Kill 20 People

“Two suicide blasts and gunfire erupted Tuesday at the main military hospital in the Afghan capital, in an attack that killed at least 20 people and i     Eye on Extremism November 2,…

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November 1, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Houthi Missile Attack On Mosque, Religious School Kills And Injures 29 Civilians In Yemen - Minister

“A Houthi ballistic missile attack on a mosque and a religious school killed and injured 29 civilians, including women and children, in the Yemeni pro     Eye on Extremism November 1,…

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October 29, 2021 at 8:15 PM

CEP Spotlight: Liam Duffy

Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts CEP Spotlight: Liam Duffy Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts   (New York, N.Y.) – Following the October 15 murder of U.K. Member of Parliament David Amess by a …

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October 29, 2021 at 1:33 PM

Taliban Install Diplomats In Pakistan Embassy, Missions

“Taliban diplomats have started work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and at Afghan consulates in other Pakistani cities, two T     Eye on Extremism October 29,…

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October 28, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Saudi Arabia Classifies Lebanese Association As Terrorist Entity For Hezbollah Links

“Saudi Arabia classified the Lebanon-based Al-Qard Al-Hassan association as a terrorist entity, citing links to activities supporting Lebanon's Shi'it     Eye on Extremism October 28,…

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October 27, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Islamist Cleric Anjem Choudary Continues To Use Social Media To Spread Extremist Propaganda

Internationally designated Islamist cleric and convicted ISIS supporter Anjem Choudary, whose ban on public speaking in the United Kingdom expired thi Islamist Cleric Anjem Choudary Continues To Use Social Media To Spre…

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October 27, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Islamic State In Afghanistan Could Be Able To Attack U.S. In 6 Months-Pentagon Official

“The U.S. intelligence community has assessed that Islamic State in Afghanistan could have the capability to attack the United States in as little as     Eye on Extremism October 27, …

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October 26, 2021 at 7:01 PM

Smuggling Away The Future In Syria’s Northeast

October marks seven years since the United States first began providing equipment and air support to the Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG), and Smuggling Away The Future In Syria’s Northeast   Read Smuggling Away …

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October 26, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Hate On Trial In Virginia, Four Years After Deadly Extremist Rally

“The 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Va., turned violent, left one counter-demonstrator dead and revealed how well-organized the far ri     Eye on Extremism October 26,…

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October 25, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Extremist Content Online: CEP Identifies More Instagram Accounts Featuring Pro-ISIS Content

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October 25, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Pakistan Using Informal Intelligence Channels To Prop Up Taliban Fight Against ISIS

“As the Islamic State-Khorasan is ramping up attacks in Afghanistan, Pakistan is using a network of informal channels to feed intelligence and technic     Eye on Extremism October 25,…

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October 22, 2021 at 4:45 PM

Tech & Terrorism: Facebook Fails To Provide Full, Transparent Information On Content Moderation To Oversight Board

On Thursday, Facebook’s Oversight Board released its first transparency report, where it criticized Facebook for failing to be “fully forthcoming” abo Tech & Terrorism: Facebook Fails To Provide Full, Transparent In…

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October 22, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Global Finance Watchdog Censures Turkey Over Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing

“A global watchdog on Thursday added Turkey to its list of countries requiring special regulatory oversight for failing to stop money laundering and t     Eye on Extremism October 22,…

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October 21, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Bombing Of Military Bus In Syrian Capital Kills 14

“A brazen attack on a military bus driving through the Syrian capital, Damascus, killed 14 people on Wednesday, according to state news media, a remin     Eye on Extremism October 21,…

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October 20, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Taliban Promise Cash, Land, To Families Of Suicide Bombers

“The Taliban have promised plots of land to relatives of suicide bombers who attacked U.S. and Afghan soldiers, in a provocative gesture that seems to     Eye on Extremism October 20,…

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October 19, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Hezbollah Says It Has 100,000 Fighters, Won’t Be Used Internally

“Hezbollah won’t be dragged into a civil war in Lebanon and has 100,000 trained fighters ready to fend off foreign attacks but won’t be used locally,     Eye on Extremism October 19, …

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October 18, 2021 at 10:45 PM

Extremist Content Online: Steam Found To Be Hosting Years-Old Extreme Right Group Pages

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October 18, 2021 at 8:15 PM

British MP Killed By Man With Islamist Extremism Ties

Last Friday, Conservative British MP David Amess was stabbed to death while meeting with constituents. The suspect, Ali Harbi Ali, is a British citize British MP Killed By Man With Islamist Extremism Ties     (New York…

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October 18, 2021 at 1:30 PM

U.K. Politician’s Murder Puts Focus On Anti-Terrorism Program

“The murder of a U.K. lawmaker has focused attention on “Prevent,” a program designed to identify people at risk of becoming radicalized, as well as o     Eye on Extremism October 18,…

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October 15, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Suicide Attack On Shiite Mosque In Afghanistan Kills 37

“Suicide bombers assaulted a Shiite mosque in southern Afghanistan that was packed with worshippers attending weekly Friday prayers, killing at least     Eye on Extremism October 15, …

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October 14, 2021 at 7:02 PM

CEP Statement On Section 230 Reform And The Justice Against Malicious Algorithms Act of 2021

Dr. Hany Farid: “Algorithmic Amplification Is A Key Driving Force For Spreading Problematic, Harmful Content Online” CEP Statement On Section 230 Reform And The Justice Against Malicious Algorithms Act of 2021 Dr. Hany …

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October 14, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Bow-and-Arrow Attack in Norway Treated As Apparent Terrorist Attack

“A 37-year-old man was charged on Thursday in connection with a bow-and-arrow rampage in a small town in Norway that killed five people in what the au     Eye on Extremism October 14,…

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October 13, 2021 at 1:30 PM

E.U. Pledges $1.15 Billion In Afghan Aid As U.S. Talks To Taliban

“World leaders met virtually on Tuesday to discuss ways of preventing an economic and humanitarian disaster in Afghanistan, but the Biden administrati     Eye on Extremism October 13,…

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October 12, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Iraq Captures ISIS Finance Chief And Former Deputy Leader Sami Jasim Al-Jaburi

“Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi announced on Monday the capture of one of the top leaders of ISIS. Al-Kadhimi said in a Twitter post that Sam     Eye on Extremism October 12,…

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October 11, 2021 at 7:04 PM

Extremist Content Online: ISIS Videos Found On Facebook And At Least 13 Other Websites

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