BR24: Social Media: How IS Radicalizes Youth

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“... One person who analyses this propaganda is Hans-Jakob Schindler, senior director of the international non-profit organisation Counter Extremism Project. IS is planning for the long term, for example by threatening an attack on the Oktoberfest, says Schindler. The terrorists want to stir up fear and show strength in order to gain followers. IS is hoping for widespread dissemination through various media. According to Schindler, IS is very professional when it comes to spreading propaganda. The entire range of social networks popular with young people is used - in addition to "TikTok", also "Telegram" and the communication platform "Rocket.Chat".”
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February 2, 2025
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