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  • Propagandists, Recruiters, and Spokespersons

    CEP has studied the influence and danger of terrorist recruiters operating online. Although many of the extremists listed below are subject to U.N. sanctions, the corresponding arms embargo, travel ban, and assets freeze have done little to address the issue of online recruiting and trafficking.
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  • Prosecution of Returnees from Syria and Iraq in France

    This policy paper presents insights regarding the prosecution of returnees in France, more specifically individuals who left France to travel to join ISIS in Syria and Iraq and returned.
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  • Qatar, Money, and Terror

    Qatar supported and harbored international terrorist organizations and individuals. The country has sent direct financial and material support to internationally-designated terrorist groups and knowingly permits internationally-designated or wanted terrorist leaders and financiers to operate within its borders.
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  • Qutbism

    Qutbism is an Islamist ideology that advocates violent jihad to establish governance according to sharia. It is believed to be the foundational ideology of today’s most dangerous violent Islamist groups, including al-Qaeda and ISIS.
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  • Recent Legal and Political Developments in the Repatriation of European Nationals from Northeastern Syria

    This policy paper presents selected legal and political developments regarding the repatriation of European nationals from Northeast Syria in 2022. 

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  • Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Released Islamist Extremists in Germany

    This report takes stock of and analyses the practical field of reintegration efforts for offenders with an Islamist background in Germany during and after detention. Specifically, this report focuses on the praxis of working with extremist offenders in prison, transition management, and post-release reintegration challenges.
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  • Resozialisierung und Reintegration von (ehemaligen) Inhaftierten aus dem Phänomenbereich islamistischer Extremismus

    Diese Studie stellt eine Bestandsaufnahme und Analyse des Handlungsfeldes der Resozialisierung und Reintegration von Straftäter*innen im Phänomenbereich des „islamistischen Extremismus“ im Strafvollzug und nach der Haftentlassung dar.

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  • Risk Policy Paper: Further Development of European Union Regulatory Framework for Cryptocurrencies Necessary to Mitigate Risks of Terrorism Financing

    Author: Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler, Senior Director CEP and former Coordinator ISIL, al-Qaida and Taliban Monitoring Team, United Nations Security Council

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  • Sayyid Qutb's Ties to Extremists

    Often referred to as the father of modern Islamism, Egyptian author Sayyid Qutb was a lead theologian of the Muslim Brotherhood in the mid-20th century. His influence can be seen in violent groups such as al-Qaeda, ISIS, and the Taliban.
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  • Secularism in Azerbaijan: And the Threat of Radicalisation in the Region

    Sectarian divisions have also become more distinct, as support for radical Shia ideologies and the creation of an Islamic republic similar to Iran has become increasingly popular. This report analyzes these recent developments and how the state works to promote religious freedom, moderation, and tolerance.
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  • Security Risks Emanating From Afghanistan

    The Taliban takeover in August 2021 has had destabilising repercussions beyond the borders of Afghanistan, altering regional dynamics and impacting the Taliban’s own external relationships with bordering countries.
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  • Six Years Later: A Status Update on the Prosecution of Female Returnees in Germany

    This paper provides a brief update on key developments in the prosecution of women who returned to Germany after having travelled to Iraq and Syria, usually to join terrorist organizations such as the so-called Islamic State (ISIS) there. It also provides a list of convicted
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Extremists: Their Words. Their Actions.

Fact:

On April 3, 2017, the day Vladimir Putin was due to visit the city, a suicide bombing was carried out in the St. Petersburg metro, killing 15 people and injuring 64. An al-Qaeda affiliate, Imam Shamil Battalion, claimed responsibility. 

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