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  CEP's Eye on Extremism · [email protected]
January 28, 2022 at 2:33 PM

U.S. Cites Missile, Drone Threat In Latest UAE Travel Warning

“The U.S. State Department on Thursday urged Americans who may be considering travel to the United Arab Emirates to reconsider, citing the threat of m     Eye on Extremism January 28,…
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January 27, 2022 at 11:05 PM

CEP Report: Central Syria’s ISIS Insurgency In 2021

A report released today by the Counter Extremism Project (CEP) details the progress made last year by the Syrian regime in mitigating the expansion... CEP Report: Central Syria’s ISIS Insurgency In 2021   (New York, N.Y…
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January 27, 2022 at 3:15 PM

U.N. General Assembly Condemns Holocaust Denial

On January 20, the United Nations General Assembly officially adopted a resolution, put forth by Israel and cosponsored by Germany, defining.......... U.N. General Assembly Condemns Holocaust Denial   (New York, N.Y.) —…
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January 27, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Kurdish-Led Forces End Prison Siege, Defeating ISIS Fighters

“After six days of deadly battles, the Kurdish-led militia that had been battling Islamic State fighters for control of a prison in northeastern Syri     Eye on Extremism January 27, …
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January 26, 2022 at 2:31 PM

U.S. Calls Russian Decision To Add Navalny To List Of 'Terrorists And Extremists' Disturbing

“The U.S. State Department on Tuesday said Russia's decision to add jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny and a handful of his allies to an official li     Eye on Extremism January 26,…
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January 25, 2022 at 3:30 PM

CEP Webinar: “Transferring Good P/CVE Practices Across Phenomena And Countries”

Practical experiences and some research studies on knowledge exchange indicate that it seems to be difficult to transfer identified good or........... CEP Webinar: “Transferring Good P/CVE Practices Across Phenomena And…
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January 25, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Fighting Between ISIS And U.S.-Backed Forces Spreads In Syria

“Fighting between Kurdish-led militia, backed by the United States, and Islamic State militants spread on Tuesday to neighborhoods around an embattled     Eye on Extremism January 25,…
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January 24, 2022 at 9:25 PM

Extremist Content Online: ISWAP Video Posted On Over A Dozen Sites, Including Facebook

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit.... Extremist Content Online: ISWAP Video Posted On Over A Dozen Sites, …
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January 24, 2022 at 2:33 PM

U.S.-Backed Forces Struggle To Contain Islamic State In Battle Over Syrian Prison

“Syrian fighters backed by American airstrikes struggled to retake control of a prison attacked by Islamic State in northeastern Syria on Sunday, as t     Eye on Extremism January 24,…
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January 21, 2022 at 10:15 PM

Tech & Terrorism: Choudary Uses Social Media To Call For Aafia Siddiqui’s Release

In September 2021, internationally designated Islamist cleric and convicted ISIS supporter Anjem Choudary called for the release of Aafia Siddiqui.... Tech & Terrorism: Choudary Uses Social Media To Call For Aafia S…
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January 21, 2022 at 2:30 PM

F.B.I. Director Calls Texas Synagogue Attack An Act Of Antisemitism

“The F.B.I. is treating the attack on a suburban Fort Worth synagogue on Saturday as “an act of terrorism targeting the Jewish community,” Christopher     Eye on Extremism January 21,…
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January 20, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Biden Says Administration Mulling Re-Designating Yemen's Houthis A Terrorist Group

“U.S. President Joe Biden said on Wednesday his administration is considering re-designating Yemen's Houthi movement as an international terrorist org     Eye on Extremism January 20,…
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January 19, 2022 at 8:01 PM

CEP Webinar: “Transferring Good P/CVE Practices Across Phenomena And Countries”

Practical experiences and some research studies on knowledge exchange indicate that it seems to be difficult to transfer identified good or........... CEP Webinar: “Transferring Good P/CVE Practices Across Phenomena And…
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January 19, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Texas Synagogue Attack Influenced By Convicted Terrorist Aafia Siddiqui

Aafia Siddiqui, the radical Islamist imprisoned since 2008, has become a rallying cry amongst Islamists and jihadist militants around the world....... Texas Synagogue Attack Influenced By Convicted Terrorist Aafia Siddi…
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January 19, 2022 at 2:33 PM

US Sanctions Lebanese Tourism Company, Hezbollah Members For Ties To Terrorism

“The Biden administration on Tuesday issued sanctions against a Lebanese travel company and three businessmen for financially supporting Hezbollah, th     Eye on Extremism January 19,…
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January 18, 2022 at 7:25 PM

Extremist Content Online: Multiple Pro-ISIS, White Supremacist, And Antisemitic Instagram Accounts Found

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit.... Extremist Content Online: Multiple Pro-ISIS, White Supremacist,  And…
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January 18, 2022 at 5:40 PM

CEP Statement On Abu Dhabi Terror Attacks

Counter Extremism Project (CEP) CEO Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, CEP President Frances F. Townsend, and CEP Senior Advisor Norman T. Roule released.... CEP Statement On Abu Dhabi Terror Attacks (New York, N.Y.) – C…
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January 18, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Claim Aerial Attacks On U.A.E. Capital

“Yemen’s Houthi rebels said they were behind aerial attacks in the United Arab Emirates that killed three people on Monday, as intensifying fighting i     Eye on Extremism January 18,…
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January 14, 2022 at 2:31 PM

Rockets Possibly Fired By Pro-Iran Assailants Target U.S. Embassy In Iraq

“Four rockets targeted the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad on Thursday night, the latest in a series of aerial attacks amid Iranian threats and political viol     Eye on Extremism January 14,…
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January 13, 2022 at 2:32 PM

Car Bomb Kills 8 In Somalia’s Capital

“A large explosion killed at least eight people and injured nine others in Mogadishu on Wednesday, according to the head of an ambulance service, the     Eye on Extremism January 13, …
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January 12, 2022 at 7:20 PM

Tech & Terrorism: Poway Synagogue Shooter Maintains Influence Online

On December 28, the U.S. Southern District of California sentenced Poway synagogue shooter John T. Earnest to life in prison with an additional 30.... Tech & Terrorism: Poway Synagogue Shooter Maintains Influence On…
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January 12, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Justice Dept. Forms Domestic Terrorism Unit

“The Justice Department is creating a unit to fight domestic terrorism at a time when the threat of violent extremism has increased, a top official sa     Eye on Extremism January 12,…
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January 11, 2022 at 2:33 PM

Taliban Meets With Opposition Militia Representatives In Iran

“A group of Taliban officials met over the weekend in Iran with leaders of several armed Afghan resistance groups, reportedly offering to let them ret     Eye on Extremism January 11,…
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January 10, 2022 at 10:45 PM

Extremist Content Online: Extreme Right And White Supremacists Celebrate One Year Anniversary Of U.S. Capitol Attack

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit.... Extremist Content Online: Extreme Right And White Supremacists Celeb…
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January 10, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Nigerian Locals, Authorities Give Varying Attack Death Tolls

“Survivors of a deadly attack in Nigeria’s northwest said Sunday the death toll has reached 200, but authorities said that only 58 people were killed     Eye on Extremism January 10, …
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January 7, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Extremist Content Wrap Up 2021

Extremists continued to exploit the Internet in 2021 by spreading propaganda, exhortations to commit violence, and manuals on several websites and.... Extremist Content Wrap Up 2021 (New York, N.Y.) — Extremists c…
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January 7, 2022 at 2:33 PM

Slain Officer’s Sister Sues Facebook In ‘Boogaloo’ Murder, Alleging It Pushed Extremist Content

“The sister of a slain federal officer is suing Facebook’s parent company Meta, alleging it bears responsibility for her brother’s killing during raci     Eye on Extremism January 7, …
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January 6, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Taliban Adding Suicide Bombers To Army Ranks To Bolster Defenses

“The Taliban will officially recruit suicide bombers to become part of the army as the militant group tries to contain its biggest security threat fro     Eye on Extremism January 6, …
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January 5, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Somali Political Turmoil Widens Door For Al-Shabaab, Weakens Fight Against Terrorism

Last week, in the latest spasm of political turmoil in war-torn Somalia, President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed suspended Prime Minister Mohamed......... Somali Political Turmoil Widens Door For Al-Shabaab, Weakens Fight A…
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January 5, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Drone Attack On U.S. Forces Foiled West Of Baghdad

“Two explosive-laden drones were shot down on Tuesday by Iraq's air defenses as they approached the Ain al-Asad air base, which hosts U.S. forces, wes     Eye on Extremism January 5, …
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January 4, 2022 at 8:15 PM

ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In December 2021

Following is the December 2021 installment of “ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency,” a monthly chronicle of attacks by the terrorist group ISIS.. ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In December 2021   Read ISI…
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January 4, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Attacks On U.S. Allies Raise Tensions On Anniversary Of Killing Of Iran’s Soleimani

“Yemen’s Houthi rebels seized an Emirati-flagged ship, explosive-laden drones targeted the Iraqi capital’s airport and hackers hit two Israeli newspap     Eye on Extremism January  4,…
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January 3, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Taliban Cracks Down On More Rights While Demanding Western Aid

“Even as they appeal to the world to release frozen humanitarian aid funds and bank accounts, Taliban officials are taking new actions to restrict wom     Eye on Extremism January  3,…
  Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, Counter Extremism Project · [email protected]
December 31, 2021 at 3:15 PM

Will you make a tax-deductible, year-end donation to CEP?

I’m reaching out one last time before we close out 2021, in hopes that you will consider making a tax-deductible contribution to the Counter Extremism Good morning,   I’m reaching out one last time before we close out 2…
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December 29, 2021 at 7:01 PM

2022 will be a critical year – and we need your help

As we look to 2022, the threat of extremism is greater than ever. We’re hard at work against the terrorist takeovers, waning security, and diverse e Friend,   As we look to 2022, the threat of extremism is greater than …
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December 29, 2021 at 2:55 PM

CORRECTION: Turkey Detains 16 Accused Of Links To Islamic State After Bookshop Clash

“Turkish police detained 16 people accused of links to Islamic State on Tuesday after protesters used sticks and stones against security forces trying     **NOTE: CEP’s Eye On Extremi…
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December 29, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Turkey Detains 16 Accused Of Links To Islamic State After Bookshop Clash

“Turkish police detained 16 people accused of links to Islamic State on Tuesday after protesters used sticks and stones against security forces trying     **NOTE: CEP’s Eye On Extremi…
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December 28, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Power Struggle Between Somali President And Prime Minister Threatens Fight Against Extremists

“A power struggle erupted in already volatile Somalia on Monday, with the president suspending the prime minister and the latter announcing he would a     Eye on Extremism December 28…
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December 27, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Turkey Freezes Assets Of 770 People For Alleged Terror Links

“Turkey froze the assets of 770 Turkish nationals and a Chicago-based foundation, according to a decision published Friday in the country’s official g     Eye on Extremism December 27…
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December 22, 2021 at 9:15 PM

ISIS Resurgence Leads To Cooperation Between Iraq, Kurdish Forces, And The U.S.

Iraq is working closely with Kurdish forces as concerns amongst authorities increase about a resurgence of ISIS militants in the country. In July 2021 ISIS Resurgence Leads To Cooperation Between Iraq, Kurdish Forces, A…
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December 22, 2021 at 3:45 PM

Help us combat extremist networks

The world is facing a startling rise in violent extremism. The Counter Extremism Project recognizes the urgency of countering this threat. We contin Friend,   The world is facing a startling rise in violent extremism.  …
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December 22, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Iran-Backed Houthis Doubled Attacks This Year On Saudi Arabia, Report Says

“Attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militant group against Saudi Arabia have more than doubled this year from their pace last year, according to a rece     Eye on Extremism December 22…
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December 21, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Gunmen Kill 47 In Latest Attacks In Nigeria’s Troubled North

“Nigerian security forces are searching for armed gangs who killed 47 people in attacks in recent days in rural areas of the country’s northwest, the     Eye on Extremism December 21,…
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December 20, 2021 at 11:03 PM

Extremist Content Online: White Supremacists Call For Acts Of Terrorism In New Book Released On Telegram

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit fol Extremist Content Online: White Supremacists Call For Acts Of Terror…
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December 20, 2021 at 2:32 PM

Yemen’s Houthis Seek Departure Of Top Iranian Diplomat

“A member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was smuggled into Yemen last year and named the ambassador to the country’s Houthi-rebel-control     Eye on Extremism December 20…
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December 17, 2021 at 4:12 PM

CEP Spotlight: Hans-Jakob Schindler

Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts CEP Spotlight: Hans-Jakob Schindler Highlighting Counter Extremism Project Experts New York, N.Y.) — CEP Senior Director Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler is a sought-after expert i…
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December 17, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Mozambique Sees Gains Against Militants Who Disrupted Gas Plan

“Mozambique has made gains against Islamic State-linked insurgents who disrupted the southeast African nation’s multibillion gas project, according to     Eye on Extremism December 17…
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December 16, 2021 at 10:30 PM

U.S.-Trained Somali Counterterrorism Force Abandons Mission

Recent reports have indicated that the Puntland Security Force (PSF), a U.S.-trained Somali counterterrorism force, has abandoned its mission and retr U.S.-Trained Somali Counterterrorism Force Abandons Mission   (New Y…
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December 16, 2021 at 7:09 PM

Next U.S. Ambassador To Pakistan Will Engage With Country Beset By Terror Issues

On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate held a confirmation hearing for President Joe Biden’s nominee, Donald Blome, to serve as ambassador to Pakistan. He is pre Next U.S. Ambassador To Pakistan Will Engage With Country Beset By T…
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December 16, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Somali Islamist Insurgents Make Gains As Government And Allies Fall Out

“Somali Islamists have captured a town in the semi-autonomous central state of Galmudug, residents said, part of a string of incursions underscoring t     Eye on Extremism December 16…