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251. All For One and One For All: Toward A Coordinated EU Approach on Returnees

Author:
Colin P. Clarke
Publication Date:
11-2017
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Georgetown Journal of International Affairs
Abstract:
As European authorities watched thousands of aspiring jihadists leave their countries to fight in Iraq and Syria in 2012 and 2013, few laws were in place to prevent them from “taking a holiday in Istanbul,” a well-known euphemism for jihadists seeking to travel to Syria. As law enforcement and intelligence agencies prepare for the return of some of those who left, European officials may be wondering whether they have the policies, authorities and capabilities to effectively deal with any threats returnees may present.
Topic:
Law, Violent Extremism, Citizenship, and Islamic State
Political Geography:
Iraq, Middle East, Syria, and European Union

252. Libya’s Terrorism Challenge: Assessing the Salafi-Jihadi Threat

Author:
Lydia Sizer
Publication Date:
10-2017
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Middle East Institute (MEI)
Abstract:
Salafi-jihadis have maintained an active presence in Libya due to a mix of push and pull factors. Historic participation in such groups, declining standards of living, the historical marginalization of minorities, and a pervasive sense of victimhood have all made Libya a ripe jihadi recruiting ground. Many Salafi-jihadis offer the status, salary, and services that the fractured state cannot provide. These movements can be diminished through investments like educational programs, aid to war-torn regions, demilitarization programs, and improved intelligence sharing by border officials in Libya’s neighboring states. However, until the political crisis that has plagued Libya for over three years ends, there is little Libya’s international partners can do to help confront these movements. And as long as the crisis continues, civil unrest will persist and institutions will remain weak. Such a scenario would provide the requisite chaos for the present Salahi-jihadi movements to flourish.
Topic:
Terrorism, Violent Extremism, Conflict, and Jihad
Political Geography:
Middle East, Libya, and North Africa

253. Women, Gender, and Terrorism: Understanding Cultural and Organizational Differences

Author:
Chantal de Jonge Oudraat and Jeannette Gaudry
Publication Date:
04-2017
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Women In International Security (WIIS)
Abstract:
As the idea that women can and should play pivotal roles in preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE) gains greater traction, decision makers and scholars must keep striving toward a more nuanced understanding of the historical, cultural, and gendered contexts that enable extremist movements and organizations to grow. Without study, research, discussion, and stronger links with local actors and scholars to gain contextual understanding, U.S. analysts and policymakers risk creating a catalog of programs and policies internationally that include and empower women but fail to stem the tide of extremism and violence. Increasing women’s empowerment and strengthening their roles in community life, peace, and security are important steps, but even these can fail or backfire without deep cultural understanding.
Topic:
Gender Issues, Violent Extremism, Women, and Violence
Political Geography:
United States and Global Focus

254. Recruitment of Europeans into ISIS

Author:
Spiros Bamiatzis
Publication Date:
06-2017
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Hellenic Foundation for European and Foreign Policy (ELIAMEP)
Abstract:
Europe, and most importantly, Western Europe has become a fertile ground for ISIS recruits. Western Muslim Europeans have been making the trip to Syria and Iraq, filling in the ranks of ISIS, and back. Western intelligence agencies are faced with multiple challenges: what is the level of threat those war hardened returned fighters represent to public safety? Can these returned jihadists become de- radicalized and re-enter the society, without killing anybody that does not agree with their ideology? The purpose of this study is to present to counter-terrorism policy makers, the reasons Western European Muslims born and converted become radicalized, by presenting the psychological factors that contribute to the radicalization of the Western European Youth, towards jihadism. Furthermore, by using the Freudian splitting of the Id, the Ego, and the Superego, it examines how Muslim extremists using tenants of the Muslim faith are influencing the psychic of the youth toward radicalization, as the only true expression of the Muslim faith. This study also examines, how fundamentalism impacts the minds of “believers” and castigates everybody else that is considered a “non-believer”, while influencing the path of a young mind towards his or her becoming the defender of the Ummah, or the Muslim community at large. Finally, what lessons security agencies can learn and apply towards, before a youth becomes radicalized and then jihadist and makes the trip to ISIS fold, and after the return of the well grown jihadist by now, back to European society.
Topic:
Terrorism and Violent Extremism
Political Geography:
Europe

255. Mapping the Experiences of Formers to Streamline the Process of Engaging in CVE

Author:
Hedayah
Publication Date:
01-2017
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Hedayah
Abstract:
This report maps a Former extremist’s journey from disengagement to CVE involvement, while also outlining implementable initiatives that can help governments and NGOs tackle some of the concerns Formers prior to becoming involved in CVE.
Topic:
Government, Violent Extremism, Psychology, NGOs, Identity, and Countering Violent Extremism
Political Geography:
Global Focus

256. "Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : Perle Nicolle

Author:
Perle Nicolle
Publication Date:
02-2017
Content Type:
Video
Institution:
Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:
"Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : A close look at Jewish radical violence
Topic:
Crime, Violent Extremism, Radicalization, Violence, Society, and Revenge
Political Geography:
Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

257. "Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : Tehila Frideman-Nachalon

Author:
Tehila Frideman-Nachalon
Publication Date:
02-2017
Content Type:
Video
Institution:
Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:
"Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : A close look at Jewish radical violence
Topic:
Violent Extremism, Radicalization, Violence, and Revenge
Political Geography:
Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

258. "Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : Pnina Pfeuffer

Author:
Pnina Pfeuffer
Publication Date:
02-2017
Content Type:
Video
Institution:
Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:
"Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : A close look at Jewish radical violence
Topic:
Violent Extremism, Radicalization, Violence, and Revenge
Political Geography:
Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

259. "Violence, Revenge and Redemption": Discussion

Author:
Natan Odenheimer, Pnina Pfeuffer, Tehila Frideman-Nachalon, and Perle Nicolle
Publication Date:
02-2017
Content Type:
Video
Institution:
Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:
"Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : A close look at Jewish radical violence. Moderated by Natan Odenheimer, Journalist, Mandel Scholar, Hebrew University With the participation of: Pnina Pfeuffer, Writer and Head of the Haredi Darkenu Chapter; Tehila Frideman-Nachalon, Senior Fellow at Shaharit and director of "Movilim" at Kolot; Perle Nicolle, PhD Candidate at Hebrew University researching Jewish Radicalism
Topic:
Violent Extremism, Radicalization, Violence, and Revenge
Political Geography:
Middle East, Israel, and Palestine

260. "Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : Natan Odenheimer

Author:
Natan Odenheimer
Publication Date:
02-2017
Content Type:
Video
Institution:
Israel/Palestine Creative Regional Initiatives (IPCRI)
Abstract:
"Violence, Revenge and Redemption" : A close look at Jewish radical violence
Topic:
Violent Extremism, Radicalization, Violence, and Revenge
Political Geography:
Middle East, Israel, and Palestine