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June 24, 2022 at 1:30 PM

'Increased Threat' Of Foreign Terrorists, Election Influence Operations In 2022: DHS

“The Department of Homeland Security recently warned that the threat from foreign terrorist organizations and cyberthreat from adversaries like Russia    Eye on ExtremismJune 24, 2022  ABC News: 'Increased Threat' Of Foreign Terrorists, Election Influence Operations In 2022: DHS  “The Department of…
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June 23, 2022 at 4:40 PM

U.S. Designates Three Connected To The Russian Imperial Movement

Last week, the U.S. Treasury Department added three individuals to its list of Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) connected with the white U.S. Designates Three Connected To The Russian Imperial Movement  (New York, N.Y.) — Last week, the U.S. Treasury Department added three individuals …
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June 23, 2022 at 1:30 PM

U.S. Courts Central Asian Nations To Combat Potential Terrorism From Afghanistan

“The U.S. is stepping carefully into Central Asia—an area Russia regards as its backyard—hoping to coax the governments there to work with the U.S. to    Eye on ExtremismJune 23, 2022  The Wall Street Journal: U.S. Courts Central Asian Nations To Combat Potential Terrorism From Afghanistan  “The U.…
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June 23, 2022 at 11:01 AM

CEP Webinar: A Discussion With Dr. Simon Cottee

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) invites you to join CEP Advisors Lucinda Creighton and Liam Duffy for a discussion with Dr. Simon Cottee, author o CEP Webinar: A Discussion With Dr. Simon Cottee  (New York, N.Y. / Brussels) – The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) invites you to join CEP Advisors L…
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June 22, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Use Of Airline Passenger Data Must Be Limited, Top EU Court Says

“EU states may only gather the airline passenger data strictly necessary to combat serious crime and terrorism, Europe's top court said on Tuesday, an    Eye on ExtremismJune 22, 2022  Reuters: Use Of Airline Passenger Data Must Be Limited, Top EU Court Says  “EU states may only gather the airline …
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June 21, 2022 at 7:02 PM

Extremist Content Online: ISIS And Neo-Nazi Propaganda Spread On Social Media

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: ISIS And Neo-Nazi Propaganda Spread On Social Media  (New York, N.Y.) — The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly …
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June 21, 2022 at 4:15 PM

CEP Webinar: Western Extremists And The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine In 2022

Since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, there has been significant concern about the phenomenon of foreign fighters of various CEP Webinar: Western Extremists And The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine In 2022 All Talk, But Not a Lot of Walk  (New York, N.Y./Berlin) – Since Russia l…
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June 21, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Former Journalist Among Five British Men Released From Taliban Custody

“Five British men held by the Taliban have been released, the United Kingdom’s Foreign Office said in a statement Monday. The men were arrested nearly    Eye on ExtremismJune 21, 2022  The Washington Post: Former Journalist Among Five British Men Released From Taliban Custody  “Five British men hel…
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June 17, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Hezbollah Members Get Life Terms For Lebanese Leader's Death

“Appeals judges at an international tribunal sentenced two members of the militant Hezbollah group to life imprisonment Thursday for their roles in th    Eye on ExtremismJune 17, 2022  ***NOTE: CEP’s Eye On Extremism will be suspended on Monday, June 20 in observance of Juneteenth. It will resume T…
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June 16, 2022 at 9:45 PM

ISIS Propagandist Among Four Arrested In German-Swiss Operation

On Tuesday, Germany and Switzerland announced that through joint efforts they were able to detain four suspected ISIS members and supporters, includin ISIS Propagandist Among Four Arrested In German-Swiss Operation   (New York, N.Y.) — On Tuesday, Germany and Switzerland announced that through joint…
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June 16, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Senior ISIS Leader Captured In Syria, U.S. Military Officials Say

“U.S.-led coalition forces seized a man that officials described as a senior leader of Islamic State in an operation in northeast Syria late Wednesday    Eye on ExtremismJune 16, 2022  The Wall Street Journal: Senior ISIS Leader Captured In Syria, U.S. Military Officials Say  “U.S.-led coalition fo…
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June 15, 2022 at 9:40 PM

Senior ISIS Leader Captured By French Forces In Mali Amid Troop Withdrawal From The Country

Today, France announced the successful apprehension of Oumeya Ould Albakaye, a senior leader of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS). French Senior ISIS Leader Captured By French Forces In Mali Amid Troop Withdrawal From The Country  (New York, N.Y.) — Today, France announced the successfu…
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June 15, 2022 at 4:21 PM

French Prosecutors Seek Maximum Sentence For Key Suspect In 2015 Paris Attacks

In a Paris courtroom this week, French prosecutors announced their intention to seek the maximum penalty available in the trial of Salah Abdeslam. Abd French Prosecutors Seek Maximum Sentence For Key Suspect In 2015 Paris Attacks  (New York, N.Y.) — In a Paris courtroom this week, French prosecutors…
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June 15, 2022 at 1:30 PM

France Announces Capture Of Senior Islamic State Figure In Mali

“France announced on Wednesday that soldiers from its operation battling Islamist militants in the Sahel region of West Africa had captured Oumeya Oul    Eye on ExtremismJune 15, 2022  Reuters: France Announces Capture Of Senior Islamic State Figure In Mali  “France announced on Wednesday that sold…
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June 14, 2022 at 1:31 PM

NATO Chief: Sweden Ready To Address Turkish Security Fears

“NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday he was “glad” that the Swedish government has confirmed its “readiness to address Turkey’s concer    Eye on Extremism June 14, 2022  Associated Press: NATO Chief: Sweden Ready To Address Turkish Security Fears  “NATO Secretary-General Jens Stolte…
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June 14, 2022 at 12:45 PM

CEP Launches Network Of Stakeholders To Facilitate A ‘Whole-Of-Society’ Approach To Reintegrating, Reducing Recidivism Of Convicted Extremists

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP), in partnership with Parallel Networks and with support from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, has launche CEP Launches Network Of Stakeholders To Facilitate A ‘Whole-Of-Society’ Approach To Reintegrating, Reducing Recidivism Of Convicted Extremists (New Y…
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June 13, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Afghanistan Terrorism Report: May 2022

Following is the May 2022 installment of “Afghanistan Terrorism Report.” The authors provide a monthly analysis concerning the developing terrorist th Afghanistan Terrorism Report: May 2022 Afghanistan Terrorism Report May 2022  By Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler and Joshua Fisher-Birch Read CEP’s Latest …
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June 13, 2022 at 1:30 PM

French Prosecutors Seek Life In Prison For Key Participant In 2015 Paris Terrorist Attack

“French prosecutors are seeking a life sentence for the highest-profile surviving participant in a November 2015 terrorist attack that killed 130 peop    Eye on Extremism June 13, 2022  The Wall Street Journal: French Prosecutors Seek Life In Prison For Key Participant In 2015 Paris Terrorist Attac…
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June 10, 2022 at 5:30 PM

CEP Impact: Spring Removes Second Extreme Right Storefront Following CEP Notice

For the second time in two months, the Counter Extremism Project (CEP) alerted print-on-demand platform Spring to a neo-Nazi clothing shop being hoste CEP Impact: Spring Removes Second Extreme Right Storefront Following CEP Notice  (New York, N.Y.) — For the second time in two months, the Counter Ex…
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June 10, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Hezbollah Leader Threatens To Hit Israel's Offshore Gas Rig

“The leader of Lebanon’s militant Hezbollah group threatened Thursday to strike a gas rig Israel is setting up in the Mediterranean Sea and that Leban    Eye on Extremism June 10, 2022  Associated Press: Hezbollah Leader Threatens To Hit Israel's Offshore Gas Rig  “The leader of Lebanon’s militant …
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June 10, 2022 at 11:30 AM

Tech & Terrorism: CEP Welcomes The Arrival Of Terrorist Content Regulation In The EU

On Tuesday, the EU’s Regulation on the Dissemination of Terrorist Content Online (TCO) entered into force. European public authorities can now require Tech & Terrorism: CEP Welcomes The Arrival Of Terrorist Content Regulation In The EU  (New York, N.Y. / Brussels) – On Tuesday, the EU’s Regulati…
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June 9, 2022 at 9:00 PM

U.S. Court Sentences Brooklyn Resident To 15 Years In Prison For Funding ISIS Foreign Fighter

Last week, Dilkhayot Kasimov was sentenced by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York to 15 years in prison after being found gui U.S. Court Sentences Brooklyn Resident To 15 Years In Prison For Funding ISIS Foreign Fighter   (New York, N.Y.) — Last week, Dilkhayot Kasimov was s…
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June 9, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Inside The Taliban’s Secret War In The Panjshir Valley

“Taliban forces have been locked for months in a shadowy on-again, off-again battle with opposition fighters based in the Panjshir Valley. Just a few    Eye on Extremism June 9, 2022  The Washington Post: Inside The Taliban’s Secret War In The Panjshir Valley  “Taliban forces have been locked for m…
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June 8, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Founder Of Banned UK Neo-Nazi Group Jailed

“The co-founder of a British neo-Nazi group, whose members have planned or praised the murder of lawmakers, was jailed on Tuesday for being a member o    Eye on Extremism June 8, 2022 Reuters: Founder Of Banned UK Neo-Nazi Group Jailed  “The co-founder of a British neo-Nazi group, whose members hav…
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June 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM

CEP Webinar: A Discussion With Dr. Simon Cottee

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) invites you to join CEP Advisors Lucinda Creighton and Liam Duffy for a discussion with Dr. Simon Cottee, author o CEP Webinar: A Discussion With Dr. Simon Cottee  (New York, N.Y. / Brussels) – The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) invites you to join CEP Advisors L…
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June 7, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Nigerian Civilians Bear Brunt Of Attacks By Armed Groups

“Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, faces a myriad of security threats — from Islamic State-linked militants in the north to separatist movements    Eye on Extremism June 7, 2022  Associated Press: Nigerian Civilians Bear Brunt Of Attacks By Armed Groups  “Nigeria, Africa’s most populous natio…
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June 6, 2022 at 9:50 PM

ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In May 2022

Following is the May 2022 installment of “ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency,” a monthly chronicle of attacks by the terrorist group ISIS in cen ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In May 2022  Read ISIS Redux: The Central Syria Insurgency In May 2022 by clicking here.  ISIS Redux: The Ce…
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June 6, 2022 at 8:10 PM

Extremist Content Online: Extreme Right Storefront Removed Following CEP Report

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: Extreme Right Storefront Removed Following CEP Report  (New York, N.Y.) — The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekl…
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June 6, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Mass Shooting At Nigeria Church Kills Dozens, Says Local Lawmaker

“A church in southwestern Nigeria became the site of a bloody attack on Sunday, according to local lawmakers. Attackers stormed into the church in the    Eye on Extremism June 6, 2022  CNN: Mass Shooting At Nigeria Church Kills Dozens, Says Local Lawmaker  “A church in southwestern Nigeria became t…
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June 3, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Two Red Cross Workers Killed In Attack In Western Mali

“Two Red Cross workers were killed on Wednesday when their car was attacked by unidentified armed men in western Mali, the global humanitarian organis    Eye on Extremism June 3, 2022  Reuters: Two Red Cross Workers Killed In Attack In Western Mali  “Two Red Cross workers were killed on Wednesday w…
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June 2, 2022 at 2:35 PM

U.S. Treasury Designates Turkish Firm For Aiding Hamas

CEP Inquiry Preceded Action Against Firm With Hamas-Run Subsidiaries U.S. Treasury Designates Turkish Firm For Aiding HamasCEP Inquiry Preceded Action Against Firm With Hamas-Run Subsidiaries  (New York, N.Y.) — Last week, the U.S. Treasury Department designated numerous Hamas finance officials, fin…
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June 2, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Pakistan Sends 50-Member Team To Kabul To Discuss Cease-Fire

“Pakistan's government on Wednesday sent a 50-member delegation of tribal elders to Kabul to negotiate an extension of a truce with the Pakistani Tali    Eye on Extremism June 2, 2022  Associated Press: Pakistan Sends 50-Member Team To Kabul To Discuss Cease-Fire  “Pakistan's government on Wednesda…
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June 1, 2022 at 4:10 PM

Extremists Kill Dozens In Burkina Faso As Islamist Violence Increases

Violent attacks by Islamist extremists killed approximately 50 people in Burkina Faso last week as the country’s security continue to deteriorate. The Extremists Kill Dozens In Burkina Faso As Islamist Violence Increases  (New York, N.Y.) — Violent attacks by Islamist extremists killed approximately…
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June 1, 2022 at 1:31 PM

US Supreme Court Halts Texas Law Targeting Social Media Platforms

“A divided US Supreme Court blocked a Texas law that critics say would fundamentally transform Twitter Inc. and Meta Platforms Inc.’s Facebook by requ    Eye on Extremism June 1, 2022  Bloomberg: US Supreme Court Halts Texas Law Targeting Social Media Platforms  “A divided US Supreme Court blocked …
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May 31, 2022 at 4:35 PM

Extremist Content Online: Pro-ISIS Content Found On Facebook

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: Pro-ISIS Content Found On Facebook  (New York, N.Y.) — The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods us…
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May 31, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Over 500 Killed In Mali Clashes As Military Junta Loses Grip

“Over 500 civilians died in attacks carried out by armed forces and Islamist groups in Mali from January to March this year, the United Nations said i    Eye on Extremism May 31, 2022  Reuters: Over 500 Killed In Mali Clashes As Military Junta Loses Grip  “Over 500 civilians died in attacks carried…
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May 27, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Armed Assailants Kill About 50 People In Eastern Burkina Faso

“Armed assailants have killed about 50 people in a part of eastern Burkina Faso ravaged by Islamist violence, the region's governor said on Thursday.    Eye on Extremism May 27, 2022  **NOTE: CEP’s Eye On Extremism will be suspended on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. It will resume Tu…
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May 26, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Tech & Terrorism: Reuploads Of Extremist Content Online Is A Solvable Problem

Dr. Hany Farid: “It’s Not As Hard A Problem As The Technology Sector Will Have You Believe” Tech & Terrorism: Reuploads Of Extremist Content Online Is A Solvable Problem   Dr. Hany Farid: “It’s Not As Hard A Problem As The Technology Sector Will Have You Believe”  (New York, N.Y.) — Recently, Co…
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May 26, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Blast In Kabul Mosque, IS Bombs In North Afghanistan Kill 14

“A series of explosions shook Afghanistan on Wednesday, the Taliban said, including a blast inside a mosque in the capital, Kabul, that killed at leas    Eye on Extremism May 26, 2022  Associated Press: Blast In Kabul Mosque, IS Bombs In North Afghanistan Kill 14  “A series of explosions shook Afgh…
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May 26, 2022 at 10:01 AM

CEP Report: Western Extremists And The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine In 2022

The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) is releasing its latest report Western Extremists and The Russian Invasion of Ukraine in 2022, authored by CEP aff CEP Report: Western Extremists And The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine In 2022  (New York, N.Y.) – The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) is releasing its l…
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May 25, 2022 at 8:55 PM

Mali Withdraws From G5 Sahel Task Force, Risks Further Destabilizing Region

On May 15, Mali’s ruling junta announced that the country would withdraw from the G5 Sahel, a West African security force. Junta officials claimed the Mali Withdraws From G5 Sahel Task Force, Risks Further Destabilizing Region  (New York, N.Y.) – On May 15, Mali’s ruling junta announced that the cou…
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May 25, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Texas Shooting Is The Deadliest At An Elementary School Since Newtown.

“The shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday jolted a nation numbed by a drumbeat of mass shootings and evoked painful memories    Eye on Extremism May 25, 2022 The New York Times: Texas Shooting Is The Deadliest At An Elementary School Since Newtown.  “The shooting at an elem…
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May 24, 2022 at 1:30 PM

In Niger, Scholz Vows To Support Fight Against Islamist Militants

“German Chancellor Olaf Scholz promised Niger long-term military and financial support to fight Islamist insurgents across West Africa, during a visit    Eye on Extremism May 24, 2022  Reuters: In Niger, Scholz Vows To Support Fight Against Islamist Militants  “German Chancellor Olaf Scholz promise…
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May 23, 2022 at 6:55 PM

Extremist Content Online: Content From The Buffalo Attack Continues To Spread Online

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: Content From The Buffalo Attack Continues To Spread Online  (New York, N.Y.) — The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports …
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May 23, 2022 at 1:30 PM

US Removes 5 Groups From Terror Blacklist, Retains Al-Qaida

“The United States has removed five extremist groups, all believed to be defunct, from its list of foreign terrorist organizations. In notices publish    Eye on Extremism May 23, 2022  Associated Press: US Removes 5 Groups From Terror Blacklist, Retains Al-Qaida  “The United States has removed five…
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May 20, 2022 at 1:30 PM

U.S. Sanctions Lebanese Businessman, His Companies Over Hezbollah Links

“The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday issued new Hezbollah-related sanctions, designating Lebanese businessman and the Iran-backed group's financi    Eye on Extremism May 20, 2022  Reuters: U.S. Sanctions Lebanese Businessman, His Companies Over Hezbollah Links  “The U.S. Treasury Department on…
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May 19, 2022 at 5:35 PM

Great Replacement Theory: An Ethno-Nationalist Justification For Violence

Prior to killing 10 and wounding three in a Buffalo, New York, grocery store this past weekend, the alleged gunman spent hours writing a 180-page onli Great Replacement Theory: An Ethno-Nationalist Justification For Violence    (New York, N.Y.) — Prior to killing 10 and wounding three in a Buffalo, …
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May 19, 2022 at 1:30 PM

UN: Mali Pullout From Counterterrorism Force ‘Unfortunate’

“The U.N.’s top political official for Africa called Mali’s decision to withdraw from the Sahel regional counterterrorism force “unfortunate and regre    Eye on Extremism May 19, 2022  Associated Press: UN: Mali Pullout From Counterterrorism Force ‘Unfortunate’  “The U.N.’s top political official f…
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May 18, 2022 at 10:40 PM

Tech & Terrorism: Tech Companies Fail To Stop Buffalo Attack Video From Proliferating Online

Inability To Stop Reuploads Calls Into Question Big Tech’s Promises To Do Better After 2019 Christchurch Attack Tech & Terrorism: Tech Companies Fail To Stop Buffalo Attack Video From Proliferating Online Inability To Stop Reuploads Calls Into Question Big Tech’s Promises To Do Better After 2019…
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May 18, 2022 at 1:31 PM

The Buffalo Shooting Is Part Of A Global Network Of White Nationalist Terror

“The racist attack in Buffalo, New York, is part of a broader movement that experts and officials fear could inspire further white nationalist terror    Eye on Extremism May 18, 2022  NBC News: The Buffalo Shooting Is Part Of A Global Network Of White Nationalist Terror  “The racist attack in Buffa…
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