The document discusses whether Salafiyyah causes terrorism. It notes that some research claims the Salafi methodology leads to extremism and violence, including a recent NYPD report. However, the report fails to properly define Salafiyyah and conflates it with terrorist groups. It also does not reference statements by major Salafi scholars condemning terrorism. The document aims to critically analyze the NYPD report's claims and examine what Salafi scholars say about issues like terrorism, politics and extremism. It also highlights how a prominent London mosque opposed extremism despite being labeled "Salafi" to refute the idea that Salafi beliefs necessarily lead to radicalization.
Assessing ISIS: Success or Failure of Islamist Insurgenciesinventionjournals
Assessing the current and long-term success of the Islamist insurgent group, the “Islamic State” (hereafter “ISIS”), requires not only identifying prerequisites for conducting insurgency but also assessing the group’s ability to attain the goals proclaimed by its ideology or program. Such success or failure can be determined by a systematic comparison with other Islamist insurgent groups which have either failed or succeeded in achieving their stated objectives. Examining the historical and theological backgrounds of movements, such as al Qaeda and Hezbollah, reveals that success requires having visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing security and social services to its population. The importance of territorial control, a social-political infrastructure, and external legitimation is demonstrated by the relative success of groups enjoying Iranian support, such as Hezbollah, over Islamist groups following the non-state strategy of al Qaeda. ISIS has a visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing at least minimal security and social services to its population but lacking belligerent status and having rejected alliances with like-minded Salafist groups sharing most of its goals. Another essential but often overlooked condition for success for militant Islamist movements is the endorsement of the traditional Muslim Ulema as guardians of the Islamic faith.
Daesh originated from al-Qaeda in Iraq in 2004 and seeks to establish an Islamic caliphate. It controls large areas of Syria and Iraq and has pledged allegiance from other jihadi groups. Daesh's ideology is based on a rigid interpretation of Sharia law and a belief that it must rule based on God's word. While social factors in the Middle East contributed to its rise, Daesh's appeal is primarily driven by its religious ideology and vision of restoring the Islamic caliphate. Understanding Daesh requires examining both its ideological foundations and the environmental factors that influenced its formation and growth.
Sunni extremists accounted for 25% of terrorist deaths in 2005 but 70% in 2010, according to reports. The student hypothesizes this is because al-Qaeda splintered after 2001, with factions forming allied but rival groups, increasing violence. Observation of these groups would be needed to test the hypothesis, but surveilling or spying on terrorists presents ethical issues. Based on the evidence, al-Qaeda's fragmentation likely contributed to the rise in deaths blamed on Sunni extremists.
This document provides an overview and analysis of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS). It discusses ISIS's ideology and tactics, and how the organization has evolved over time. Key points include: ISIS was formed in 2003 and split from al-Qaeda in 2013 over strategic differences; under new leader al-Baghdadi, ISIS has focused on establishing a caliphate through violence and unrest in Iraq and Syria; unstable conditions following the US withdrawal from Iraq created an environment for ISIS recruitment and growth; and ISIS uses brutal tactics like torture to assert control while also engaging communities through social media propaganda.
There are no clear differences between transnational terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and more local groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Taliban. While Al-Qaeda's ideology is more flexible, including members from various Islamic sects except Shi'a, other groups also have diverse memberships and supporters. For example, Hezbollah is supported by Syria's secular regime, and the Taliban hosted extremist groups from many countries and had support from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and others. Additionally, groups considered local have engaged in activities outside their main areas of concern - Hamas allegedly trained a Canadian citizen to conduct attacks in North America. The document analyzes various sources to argue that the distinctions between transnational and local terrorist
This document provides a summary of the 2013 Country Reports on Terrorism published by the United States Department of State. It discusses key trends in terrorism in 2013, including the evolving threat posed by al-Qa'ida affiliates in regions like Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Northwest Africa and the Sahel, as well as the rise of increasingly violent groups like the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. It also summarizes terrorism trends and issues in other regions like South Asia, North Africa, East Africa, and assesses the ongoing threats posed by various terrorist groups around the world.
This document summarizes key findings from a study of 100 prominent jihadis. It finds that jihadi networks are globalized and interconnected through personal contacts formed over generations. Most jihadis have fought in one of four major conflict hubs: the Levant, Sahel, Khorasan, and East Africa. Half of jihadis came from non-violent Islamist backgrounds initially. The document provides policy recommendations such as harnessing education to build resilience against extremism, reforming prisons to disrupt radicalization, increasing regional cooperation against conflicts that fuel extremism, and challenging Islamist ideologies that enable jihadism.
Acts of Terrorism Done in the Name of Islam Do Not Equate to Acts Condoned by...Om Muktar
Acts of Terrorism in the Name of Islam Do Not Equate to Acts Condoned by Islam: Islam and the overwhelming majority of Muslims are free from the barbarous acts perpetrated in Paris by ISIS.
Assessing ISIS: Success or Failure of Islamist Insurgenciesinventionjournals
Assessing the current and long-term success of the Islamist insurgent group, the “Islamic State” (hereafter “ISIS”), requires not only identifying prerequisites for conducting insurgency but also assessing the group’s ability to attain the goals proclaimed by its ideology or program. Such success or failure can be determined by a systematic comparison with other Islamist insurgent groups which have either failed or succeeded in achieving their stated objectives. Examining the historical and theological backgrounds of movements, such as al Qaeda and Hezbollah, reveals that success requires having visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing security and social services to its population. The importance of territorial control, a social-political infrastructure, and external legitimation is demonstrated by the relative success of groups enjoying Iranian support, such as Hezbollah, over Islamist groups following the non-state strategy of al Qaeda. ISIS has a visible leadership openly controlling a territory and providing at least minimal security and social services to its population but lacking belligerent status and having rejected alliances with like-minded Salafist groups sharing most of its goals. Another essential but often overlooked condition for success for militant Islamist movements is the endorsement of the traditional Muslim Ulema as guardians of the Islamic faith.
Daesh originated from al-Qaeda in Iraq in 2004 and seeks to establish an Islamic caliphate. It controls large areas of Syria and Iraq and has pledged allegiance from other jihadi groups. Daesh's ideology is based on a rigid interpretation of Sharia law and a belief that it must rule based on God's word. While social factors in the Middle East contributed to its rise, Daesh's appeal is primarily driven by its religious ideology and vision of restoring the Islamic caliphate. Understanding Daesh requires examining both its ideological foundations and the environmental factors that influenced its formation and growth.
Sunni extremists accounted for 25% of terrorist deaths in 2005 but 70% in 2010, according to reports. The student hypothesizes this is because al-Qaeda splintered after 2001, with factions forming allied but rival groups, increasing violence. Observation of these groups would be needed to test the hypothesis, but surveilling or spying on terrorists presents ethical issues. Based on the evidence, al-Qaeda's fragmentation likely contributed to the rise in deaths blamed on Sunni extremists.
This document provides an overview and analysis of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS). It discusses ISIS's ideology and tactics, and how the organization has evolved over time. Key points include: ISIS was formed in 2003 and split from al-Qaeda in 2013 over strategic differences; under new leader al-Baghdadi, ISIS has focused on establishing a caliphate through violence and unrest in Iraq and Syria; unstable conditions following the US withdrawal from Iraq created an environment for ISIS recruitment and growth; and ISIS uses brutal tactics like torture to assert control while also engaging communities through social media propaganda.
There are no clear differences between transnational terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and more local groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Taliban. While Al-Qaeda's ideology is more flexible, including members from various Islamic sects except Shi'a, other groups also have diverse memberships and supporters. For example, Hezbollah is supported by Syria's secular regime, and the Taliban hosted extremist groups from many countries and had support from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and others. Additionally, groups considered local have engaged in activities outside their main areas of concern - Hamas allegedly trained a Canadian citizen to conduct attacks in North America. The document analyzes various sources to argue that the distinctions between transnational and local terrorist
This document provides a summary of the 2013 Country Reports on Terrorism published by the United States Department of State. It discusses key trends in terrorism in 2013, including the evolving threat posed by al-Qa'ida affiliates in regions like Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Northwest Africa and the Sahel, as well as the rise of increasingly violent groups like the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. It also summarizes terrorism trends and issues in other regions like South Asia, North Africa, East Africa, and assesses the ongoing threats posed by various terrorist groups around the world.
This document summarizes key findings from a study of 100 prominent jihadis. It finds that jihadi networks are globalized and interconnected through personal contacts formed over generations. Most jihadis have fought in one of four major conflict hubs: the Levant, Sahel, Khorasan, and East Africa. Half of jihadis came from non-violent Islamist backgrounds initially. The document provides policy recommendations such as harnessing education to build resilience against extremism, reforming prisons to disrupt radicalization, increasing regional cooperation against conflicts that fuel extremism, and challenging Islamist ideologies that enable jihadism.
Acts of Terrorism Done in the Name of Islam Do Not Equate to Acts Condoned by...Om Muktar
Acts of Terrorism in the Name of Islam Do Not Equate to Acts Condoned by Islam: Islam and the overwhelming majority of Muslims are free from the barbarous acts perpetrated in Paris by ISIS.
This document discusses the influence of Abdullah Azzam's jihadist ideology on the spread of al-Qaeda violence. It notes that Azzam, a prominent jihadist leader during the Soviet-Afghan war, is considered one of the most important influences on the formation of al-Qaeda's ideology and the attraction of jihadist forces to later join al-Qaeda. The document aims to explore Azzam's jihadist ideology and its role in the spread of al-Qaeda's violent actions.
Degrading al Qaeda leadership is central to American counterterrorism strategy, but the leaders today are not the same as they were in 2001. Al Qaeda leaders are no longer necessarily connected by formal networks and many operate outside of any formal affiliation to the al Qaeda network. Such a development makes it insufficient to rely solely on group membership or public identification to isolate the al Qaeda leadership group.
For more information, please visit http://www.criticalthreats.org/al-qaeda/hagen-aqim-leaders-and-networks-march-27-2014
This document provides a comparative analysis of the leadership, operations, and strategies of three terrorist organizations: ISIS, Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), and Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM). It discusses the leadership and evolution of each group over time. ISIS emerged stronger in 2013 under the leadership of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and controls territory in Iraq and Syria. AQAP was formed through a merger in Yemen and Saudi Arabia and is now led by Qasim al-Raymi. AQIM operates in North and West Africa and has expanded beyond Algeria under the leadership of Abdelmalek Droukdel. The document aims to comprehensively understand these
Al Qaeda is the terrorist organization founded by Osama bin Laden in 1988. The group’s ideology is founded on the premise that Muslims who follow secular leaders are treating these leaders as gods, and therefore, are apostates because they are disobeying the first principle in Islam, the assertion that “There is no deity but Allah.” Adherents to this ideology claim to be defending Islam when they kill these Muslims and Westerners who advocate or support this form of apostasy. Al Qaeda’s goal is to liberate Muslim lands of “apostate” governments and establish an Islamic state, a caliphate, in their stead.
Osama bin Laden envisioned al Qaeda as a global network that led the jihad against the United States, the West, and allied Muslim governments. The group known today as al Qaeda core serves as the center of the al Qaeda network, which now also includes groups recognized by the al Qaeda emir, or leader, as affiliates. These are al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, al Shabaab, al Qaeda in Iraq, Jabhat al Nusra, al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, and the Islamic Emirate of the Caucasus. Recovered al Qaeda correspondence, especially from the Abbottabad raid, reveals continued communications about ongoing developments and operations between senior leaders in Pakistan and leaders of affiliated groups.
Read more at www.criticalthreats.org/al-qaeda/al-qaeda-affiliates
This slide deck presents some of the insights gleaned from a data set in Ntrepid Corporation’s Timestream application that is an open-source collection of reported ISIS-linked activity in Yemen. The full case study is available: http://www.criticalthreats.org/yemen/exploring-isis-yemen-zimmerman-july-24-2015.
The Islamic State in Iraq and al Sham (ISIS) is attempting to expand its footprint in Yemen. ISIS declared an Islamic Caliphate on June 29, 2014, under the leadership of the new Caliph, ISIS leader Abu Bakr al Baghdadi. The return of the Caliphate under Baghdadi placed an obligation on all Muslims to pledge allegiance to him, according to ISIS. Al Qaeda broadly dismisses the legitimacy of the Caliphate under ISIS, and ISIS and al Qaeda are now in competition for the leadership of the global jihadist movement.
Al Qaeda’s Yemen-based affiliate, al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), dominates the jihadist fight in the country and it remains the greatest direct threat to the United States from the al Qaeda network. AQAP leadership reaffirmed its allegiance to al Qaeda leader Ayman al Zawahiri in November 2014, publicly rejecting the legitimacy of the Islamic Caliphate. The 2015 collapse of the central Yemeni state created opportunities for AQAP to exploit, and the group is expanding its presence in Yemen.
The initial reaction to ISIS in Yemen was muted, but the group has begun to make inroads as the conflict there protracts. ISIS began claiming regular attacks in Yemen as of March 2015 and now operates in at least eight Yemeni governorates.
Plans & Methods Of Muslim Brother Hood Or Iqvanul Muslimoon Or Jamathe Islami...Jasir T
1. The Muslim Brotherhood outlines plans to praise its leaders and encourage people to join the group, viewing it as the only hope.
2. They call people to form organizations, give allegiance to the group, and put members in suitable positions to maintain the group's structure.
3. They are concerned with achieving a corrupted unity among Islamic groups without distinction, cooperating in some matters but differing in others.
The document discusses enlightened moderation from Islamic, social, and political views. It defines enlightened moderation as showing a moderate, balanced path through guidance. Socially, some argue it does not emanate from Islamic tradition. Politically, some see it as a Western strategy to eliminate Muslim culture and impose single values. The Islamic view is that true enlightened moderation follows the Quran and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
The document discusses terrorism and the Islamic State. It defines terrorism as the use of unlawful violence against people or property to create fear and force political or social changes. It describes the Islamic State as a political and military organization that holds a radical interpretation of Islam and seeks to impose its worldview through force on Muslims and non-Muslims. Originally an al-Qaeda affiliate known as al-Qaeda in Iraq, the Islamic State participated in the Iraq War and later joined the Syrian Civil War, focusing on building an Islamic state rather than defeating the Assad regime. In 2014, the Islamic State declared the establishment of an Islamic caliphate led by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) was founded in 1981 in Gaza by Fathi Shaqaqi and Abd Al Aziz Awda. It is dedicated to armed resistance and terrorist attacks against Israel to establish an Islamic state in historic Palestine. PIJ rejects diplomacy and political solutions, believing only violence will destroy Israel. It operates mainly from Gaza and Syria, and is funded by Iran. PIJ's main tactic is suicide bombings targeting Israeli civilians and military personnel.
This document provides an overview of Calum Robert Mewett's dissertation which explores the characteristics of the Islamic State through the framework of the debate around new and old terrorism. The dissertation will examine the origins and evolution of the Islamic State from Al Qaeda in Iraq to the prominent terrorist organization it is today. It will analyze the group's ideology, methods, and structure to determine which aspects constitute "new" terrorism as compared to old terrorist organizations. The purpose is to use the theory of new terrorism to understand key features of the Islamic State and test if it represents a new form of religiously motivated, modern terrorism.
The document provides an overview of Salafism, including its key concepts, emergence in the 20th century, and trends today. It distinguishes between Salafism and Brotherhood Islamism, and describes the different types of Salafis - purists, politicos, and jihadis. While they share the same theology and legal views, they differ on their approach to politics. The document also discusses Salafi theology, law, terms and concepts to understand Salafism.
Fighting the Islamic State - Matthew Gulino_01Matthew Gulino
This document provides an analysis of the Islamic State (ISIS) and the U.S. response. It discusses the history and nature of ISIS, analyzing their strategy, environment, popular support, organization, and lack of external state support. The document evaluates the U.S. government response and recommends continuing current strategies while advocating for Sunni welfare and autonomy in Syria and Iraq.
The Islamic State: A Video Introduction with Aaron ZelinScott Rogers
The Islamic State has evolved over time, starting as al-Qaeda in Iraq in 2004 and becoming the Islamic State of Iraq in 2006. It expanded to Syria in 2013 as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham. Key reasons for its resurgence include the American withdrawal from Iraq in 2011, the Syrian civil war providing new recruits and resources, and Iraqi Sunni grievances. The declaration of a caliphate in 2014 was a major development and attracted thousands of foreign fighters due to promises of dignity, identity, and empowerment. While the Islamic State focuses on state-building, al-Qaeda prioritizes attacking the West. Governance has proven difficult as services have been used more for propaganda. Inspired attacks
This document analyzes and compares three prominent terrorist organizations - Hamas, Hezbollah, and Al Qaeda - to determine which poses the greatest threat to domestic security in the United States. It provides a brief history and overview of each group, including their ideologies, leadership structures, bases of operations, and sources of funding. Hamas operates mainly in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, using violence to pursue Palestinian nationalism and the expulsion of Israelis. Hezbollah emerged in Lebanon during its civil war and now combines political and social work with military resistance, receiving funds from Iran. Al Qaeda is a global Sunni jihadist network founded by Osama bin Laden to attack Western interests and societies.
By: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail.
Adapted from a talk delivered for
Darus-Salaam Mosque, Clementi, Singapore,
during their “Racial Harmony Day open house”,.
24th July 2005.
This document discusses Pakistan's foreign policy from an ideological perspective. It argues that Pakistan's foreign policy should be an extension of its internal commitment to establishing an Islamic social order based on the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. However, it asserts that after 9/11, Pakistan was coerced into abandoning its ideological moorings and strategic allies to serve American strategic interests in the region, including by supporting the war in Afghanistan. This deviation from its founding principles has led to doubts about the direction of Pakistan's foreign policy and calls for reexamining it in line with the vision of the country's founders to establish an Islamic democratic welfare state.
Al-Qa'ida and the Islamic State: A tale of two caliphates_Braniffbraniff
- The Islamic State's (IS) vision for establishing a Caliphate capitalized more successfully on post-Arab Spring conditions in Iraq and Syria than al-Qaeda's (AQ) vision through sectarian violence and resource mobilization.
- IS has been able to "manage the savagery" of internecine fighting, as theorized by Abu Bakr Naji, to speed up AQ's long-term phased approach to restoring the Caliphate.
- Both AQ and IS have incentives to carry out "far-enemy" attacks but for different strategic reasons, and ideological developments have allowed IS to accelerate its timeline more than AQ's original strategy envisioned.
ISIS, also known as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria or the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, is a Sunni jihadist group that follows an extremist interpretation of Islam. It controls large swaths of territory in Iraq and Syria and seeks to establish a caliphate and implement Sharia law. ISIS uses extreme violence including beheadings and mass executions to expand its territory and influence while attracting new members through social media and promises of living in an Islamic utopia under strict Sharia law. The group's violent actions and declaration of a caliphate have been criticized by Muslim scholars and governments around the world.
The document discusses whether ISIS can be accurately described as "untamed Wahhabism". It argues that ISIS and early Wahhabism share key doctrinal similarities derived from Ibn Taymiyyah, including beliefs around Salafism, Tawhid, Hanbalism and takfir. However, Wahhabism has been politically exported through Saudi Arabia, which entrenches religion but also compromises some Wahhabi aims through separate legal systems. In contrast, ISIS aims to fully apply Wahhabi principles without compromise through a unitary caliphate, making it a more aggressive form of "untamed Wahhabism".
Political Islam and its discrimination with Salafism in contemporary ages: fi...malisahmad
Political Islam and its discrimination with Salafism in contemporary ages: fields, opportunities and challenges
Author
Mahmud Fallah (graduated from Qum Seminary and Ph.D student in political sciences)
This document discusses the influence of Abdullah Azzam's jihadist ideology on the spread of al-Qaeda violence. It notes that Azzam, a prominent jihadist leader during the Soviet-Afghan war, is considered one of the most important influences on the formation of al-Qaeda's ideology and the attraction of jihadist forces to later join al-Qaeda. The document aims to explore Azzam's jihadist ideology and its role in the spread of al-Qaeda's violent actions.
Degrading al Qaeda leadership is central to American counterterrorism strategy, but the leaders today are not the same as they were in 2001. Al Qaeda leaders are no longer necessarily connected by formal networks and many operate outside of any formal affiliation to the al Qaeda network. Such a development makes it insufficient to rely solely on group membership or public identification to isolate the al Qaeda leadership group.
For more information, please visit http://www.criticalthreats.org/al-qaeda/hagen-aqim-leaders-and-networks-march-27-2014
This document provides a comparative analysis of the leadership, operations, and strategies of three terrorist organizations: ISIS, Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), and Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM). It discusses the leadership and evolution of each group over time. ISIS emerged stronger in 2013 under the leadership of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and controls territory in Iraq and Syria. AQAP was formed through a merger in Yemen and Saudi Arabia and is now led by Qasim al-Raymi. AQIM operates in North and West Africa and has expanded beyond Algeria under the leadership of Abdelmalek Droukdel. The document aims to comprehensively understand these
Al Qaeda is the terrorist organization founded by Osama bin Laden in 1988. The group’s ideology is founded on the premise that Muslims who follow secular leaders are treating these leaders as gods, and therefore, are apostates because they are disobeying the first principle in Islam, the assertion that “There is no deity but Allah.” Adherents to this ideology claim to be defending Islam when they kill these Muslims and Westerners who advocate or support this form of apostasy. Al Qaeda’s goal is to liberate Muslim lands of “apostate” governments and establish an Islamic state, a caliphate, in their stead.
Osama bin Laden envisioned al Qaeda as a global network that led the jihad against the United States, the West, and allied Muslim governments. The group known today as al Qaeda core serves as the center of the al Qaeda network, which now also includes groups recognized by the al Qaeda emir, or leader, as affiliates. These are al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, al Shabaab, al Qaeda in Iraq, Jabhat al Nusra, al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, and the Islamic Emirate of the Caucasus. Recovered al Qaeda correspondence, especially from the Abbottabad raid, reveals continued communications about ongoing developments and operations between senior leaders in Pakistan and leaders of affiliated groups.
Read more at www.criticalthreats.org/al-qaeda/al-qaeda-affiliates
This slide deck presents some of the insights gleaned from a data set in Ntrepid Corporation’s Timestream application that is an open-source collection of reported ISIS-linked activity in Yemen. The full case study is available: http://www.criticalthreats.org/yemen/exploring-isis-yemen-zimmerman-july-24-2015.
The Islamic State in Iraq and al Sham (ISIS) is attempting to expand its footprint in Yemen. ISIS declared an Islamic Caliphate on June 29, 2014, under the leadership of the new Caliph, ISIS leader Abu Bakr al Baghdadi. The return of the Caliphate under Baghdadi placed an obligation on all Muslims to pledge allegiance to him, according to ISIS. Al Qaeda broadly dismisses the legitimacy of the Caliphate under ISIS, and ISIS and al Qaeda are now in competition for the leadership of the global jihadist movement.
Al Qaeda’s Yemen-based affiliate, al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), dominates the jihadist fight in the country and it remains the greatest direct threat to the United States from the al Qaeda network. AQAP leadership reaffirmed its allegiance to al Qaeda leader Ayman al Zawahiri in November 2014, publicly rejecting the legitimacy of the Islamic Caliphate. The 2015 collapse of the central Yemeni state created opportunities for AQAP to exploit, and the group is expanding its presence in Yemen.
The initial reaction to ISIS in Yemen was muted, but the group has begun to make inroads as the conflict there protracts. ISIS began claiming regular attacks in Yemen as of March 2015 and now operates in at least eight Yemeni governorates.
Plans & Methods Of Muslim Brother Hood Or Iqvanul Muslimoon Or Jamathe Islami...Jasir T
1. The Muslim Brotherhood outlines plans to praise its leaders and encourage people to join the group, viewing it as the only hope.
2. They call people to form organizations, give allegiance to the group, and put members in suitable positions to maintain the group's structure.
3. They are concerned with achieving a corrupted unity among Islamic groups without distinction, cooperating in some matters but differing in others.
The document discusses enlightened moderation from Islamic, social, and political views. It defines enlightened moderation as showing a moderate, balanced path through guidance. Socially, some argue it does not emanate from Islamic tradition. Politically, some see it as a Western strategy to eliminate Muslim culture and impose single values. The Islamic view is that true enlightened moderation follows the Quran and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
The document discusses terrorism and the Islamic State. It defines terrorism as the use of unlawful violence against people or property to create fear and force political or social changes. It describes the Islamic State as a political and military organization that holds a radical interpretation of Islam and seeks to impose its worldview through force on Muslims and non-Muslims. Originally an al-Qaeda affiliate known as al-Qaeda in Iraq, the Islamic State participated in the Iraq War and later joined the Syrian Civil War, focusing on building an Islamic state rather than defeating the Assad regime. In 2014, the Islamic State declared the establishment of an Islamic caliphate led by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) was founded in 1981 in Gaza by Fathi Shaqaqi and Abd Al Aziz Awda. It is dedicated to armed resistance and terrorist attacks against Israel to establish an Islamic state in historic Palestine. PIJ rejects diplomacy and political solutions, believing only violence will destroy Israel. It operates mainly from Gaza and Syria, and is funded by Iran. PIJ's main tactic is suicide bombings targeting Israeli civilians and military personnel.
This document provides an overview of Calum Robert Mewett's dissertation which explores the characteristics of the Islamic State through the framework of the debate around new and old terrorism. The dissertation will examine the origins and evolution of the Islamic State from Al Qaeda in Iraq to the prominent terrorist organization it is today. It will analyze the group's ideology, methods, and structure to determine which aspects constitute "new" terrorism as compared to old terrorist organizations. The purpose is to use the theory of new terrorism to understand key features of the Islamic State and test if it represents a new form of religiously motivated, modern terrorism.
The document provides an overview of Salafism, including its key concepts, emergence in the 20th century, and trends today. It distinguishes between Salafism and Brotherhood Islamism, and describes the different types of Salafis - purists, politicos, and jihadis. While they share the same theology and legal views, they differ on their approach to politics. The document also discusses Salafi theology, law, terms and concepts to understand Salafism.
Fighting the Islamic State - Matthew Gulino_01Matthew Gulino
This document provides an analysis of the Islamic State (ISIS) and the U.S. response. It discusses the history and nature of ISIS, analyzing their strategy, environment, popular support, organization, and lack of external state support. The document evaluates the U.S. government response and recommends continuing current strategies while advocating for Sunni welfare and autonomy in Syria and Iraq.
The Islamic State: A Video Introduction with Aaron ZelinScott Rogers
The Islamic State has evolved over time, starting as al-Qaeda in Iraq in 2004 and becoming the Islamic State of Iraq in 2006. It expanded to Syria in 2013 as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham. Key reasons for its resurgence include the American withdrawal from Iraq in 2011, the Syrian civil war providing new recruits and resources, and Iraqi Sunni grievances. The declaration of a caliphate in 2014 was a major development and attracted thousands of foreign fighters due to promises of dignity, identity, and empowerment. While the Islamic State focuses on state-building, al-Qaeda prioritizes attacking the West. Governance has proven difficult as services have been used more for propaganda. Inspired attacks
This document analyzes and compares three prominent terrorist organizations - Hamas, Hezbollah, and Al Qaeda - to determine which poses the greatest threat to domestic security in the United States. It provides a brief history and overview of each group, including their ideologies, leadership structures, bases of operations, and sources of funding. Hamas operates mainly in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, using violence to pursue Palestinian nationalism and the expulsion of Israelis. Hezbollah emerged in Lebanon during its civil war and now combines political and social work with military resistance, receiving funds from Iran. Al Qaeda is a global Sunni jihadist network founded by Osama bin Laden to attack Western interests and societies.
By: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail.
Adapted from a talk delivered for
Darus-Salaam Mosque, Clementi, Singapore,
during their “Racial Harmony Day open house”,.
24th July 2005.
This document discusses Pakistan's foreign policy from an ideological perspective. It argues that Pakistan's foreign policy should be an extension of its internal commitment to establishing an Islamic social order based on the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. However, it asserts that after 9/11, Pakistan was coerced into abandoning its ideological moorings and strategic allies to serve American strategic interests in the region, including by supporting the war in Afghanistan. This deviation from its founding principles has led to doubts about the direction of Pakistan's foreign policy and calls for reexamining it in line with the vision of the country's founders to establish an Islamic democratic welfare state.
Al-Qa'ida and the Islamic State: A tale of two caliphates_Braniffbraniff
- The Islamic State's (IS) vision for establishing a Caliphate capitalized more successfully on post-Arab Spring conditions in Iraq and Syria than al-Qaeda's (AQ) vision through sectarian violence and resource mobilization.
- IS has been able to "manage the savagery" of internecine fighting, as theorized by Abu Bakr Naji, to speed up AQ's long-term phased approach to restoring the Caliphate.
- Both AQ and IS have incentives to carry out "far-enemy" attacks but for different strategic reasons, and ideological developments have allowed IS to accelerate its timeline more than AQ's original strategy envisioned.
ISIS, also known as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria or the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, is a Sunni jihadist group that follows an extremist interpretation of Islam. It controls large swaths of territory in Iraq and Syria and seeks to establish a caliphate and implement Sharia law. ISIS uses extreme violence including beheadings and mass executions to expand its territory and influence while attracting new members through social media and promises of living in an Islamic utopia under strict Sharia law. The group's violent actions and declaration of a caliphate have been criticized by Muslim scholars and governments around the world.
The document discusses whether ISIS can be accurately described as "untamed Wahhabism". It argues that ISIS and early Wahhabism share key doctrinal similarities derived from Ibn Taymiyyah, including beliefs around Salafism, Tawhid, Hanbalism and takfir. However, Wahhabism has been politically exported through Saudi Arabia, which entrenches religion but also compromises some Wahhabi aims through separate legal systems. In contrast, ISIS aims to fully apply Wahhabi principles without compromise through a unitary caliphate, making it a more aggressive form of "untamed Wahhabism".
Political Islam and its discrimination with Salafism in contemporary ages: fi...malisahmad
Political Islam and its discrimination with Salafism in contemporary ages: fields, opportunities and challenges
Author
Mahmud Fallah (graduated from Qum Seminary and Ph.D student in political sciences)
Political Islam and its discrimination with Salafism in contemporary ages: fi...ezra lioyd
This document contains summaries of several papers presented at a conference on political Islam and Salafism. The papers address topics such as Abu Hanifa's views on the Umayyad dynasty, the dangers of Takfiri movements, strategies for countering Takfiri movements, Sayyid Qutb's views on Takfir (excommunication), violations of women's rights by Takfiri movements, and active Takfiri movements in Pakistan and strategies to counter them. The papers utilize analytical and descriptive research methods and aim to analyze various thinkers' perspectives on Takfiri movements and strategies to promote unity among Islamic schools of thought and counter the influence of Takfiri ideology.
Does Saudi Arabia Preach Intolerance and Hatred in the UK and the US?Om Muktar
This document provides an introduction and background to examining claims that Saudi Arabia preaches intolerance and hatred in the West. It notes that Muslim countries, including Saudi Arabia, have had their entire infrastructure called into question by some reports. However, it also argues that the nations making these claims also need to question themselves and their own policies. The document aims to independently study the agenda of neo-con and Sufi partnerships that have propagated these claims. It will do this by looking at what Saudi religious scholars actually believe about non-Muslims, whether intolerance is preached against all non-Muslims, and assessing claims about the supposed "influence" of Saudi Arabia hindering community cohesion and tolerance in the West.
The kharijites historical roots of the ideology of extremism and terrorismgoffaree
The document discusses the historical roots of modern extremist ideologies and terrorist groups like ISIS, tracing them back to the Kharijites. It notes that the Prophet Muhammad warned of a group that would appear who would cause fitna and that scholars see modern extremists as manifestations of this group. It states that these groups have killed exponentially more Muslims over centuries than non-Muslims recently, contrary to their portrayals. The document aims to uncover the foundations and true nature of ideologies like the Muslim Brotherhood and ISIS as derived from the original Kharijites.
This document provides context and introduction for a book discussing religious extremism among Muslim youth. It notes that the author previously wrote on this topic, receiving positive feedback. However, some friends were skeptical that campaigns against "religious extremism" genuinely aimed to curb excesses and guide youth, fearing they instead aimed to crush Islamic awakening. The author acknowledges these concerns but believes dialogue is still important. The introduction sets up discussion of causes of extremism and remedies in subsequent chapters.
This document contains summaries of several papers related to Takfiri movements. The first paper summarizes a document on Boko Haram in Nigeria that seeks to eliminate Western culture through violence against Muslims. The second summarizes research on Al-Qaeda establishing bases in Sudan and East Africa and committing attacks. The third summarizes a paper on Takfiri movements in Afghanistan dating back to the 19th century involving massacres of Shia. The remaining summaries cover topics such as the criminal activities of Akhavan Al-Tawhid, Takfiri methodology, references to Sunnah in terrorism, strategies of Sayyid Qutb, rational reasoning in Maturidi and Wahhabi thought, reasons for Takfir against
This document discusses the genealogy and evolution of radical Islamist ideas that justify violence. It traces how over several decades, jihadi thought has eroded traditional Islamic constraints on warfare and violence. It analyzes four major points of divergence between jihadi and mainstream Salafi views: declaring leaders apostates; the scope of defensive and global jihad; targeting civilians; and suicide bombings. The evolution of more radical positions is characterized not by changes to core religious texts, but new understandings of context and concepts when applying classical principles to modern issues. Key thinkers like Qutb and Mawdudi introduced ideas like "modern jahiliyya" that influenced this evolution by drawing stark distinctions between believers and non-
The So-Called ‘Islamic State of ’Irāq and Shām’ [ISIS/ISIL] – Part 2Om Muktar
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A result of the process of organisation to “Jihād” to pledging allegiance and then to annpincement of a “State” (!)
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The document discusses establishing objectivity in analytical approaches to analyzing the Islamic State (ISIL). It identifies potential biases like historical knowledge of Iraq, conflating ISIL with al-Qaeda, and cultural differences that could influence analysis. It also examines cognitive biases like the vividness criterion and anchoring effects. The document recommends using the Analysis of Competing Hypotheses technique to structure the analysis, mitigate biases, and improve objectivity. This involves brainstorming hypotheses, listing evidence, evaluating the consistency of evidence and hypotheses, and identifying indicators to monitor.
Does Ksa Preach Intolerence & Hatred In The Uk & The Us Salafi ManhajJasir T
This document examines claims that Saudi Arabia promotes intolerance and hatred in the West. It discusses the views of Saudi religious scholars on non-Muslims, acknowledging that extremism exists in Saudi Arabia as well. It also analyzes the meaning of terms like "kaafir" and "kuffaar" and assesses arguments that Saudi influence hinders community cohesion and tolerance. The document questions the analysis of some critics of Saudi influence.
This document discusses several papers related to Takfiri movements and Daesh. The first paper summarizes crimes committed by Takfiri groups in Lebanon from the beginning of Islamic awakening. The second paper reviews the record of Takfiri movements in Iraq from the rise of Wahhabism to the present. The third paper provides an abstract on Daesh, discussing its origins, leadership, goals of establishing an Islamic caliphate, and relationship to Al-Qaeda. The remaining papers discuss additional topics including the psychology of Takfirism, the use of Al-taghiyah (reservation) as a pretext for Takfir, examples of compassion from Islamic leaders, the role of wisdom in Salafist religious understanding,
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1. "Explain what psychological and behavioral factors play a role in those ‘homegrown’ individuals becoming radicalized and conducting terrorist attacks within their own nation. Also, address at least one radicalization model mentioned in the required readings that you feel accurately describes the process by which individuals become extremists. "
When looking into recent homegrown terrorist attacks, there are no checklists that the terrorist follow. They all differ and vary, but there are some similarities between them. Typically they have something bad happen in their life that makes them depressed, sad or questioning their belief system and they turn to Islam for help. I think one model is the closest to identifying homegrown terrorists the best. The NYPD has come up with a model that I think best fits and clarifies the process homegrown terrorists go through, prior to, during, and when they become a homegrown terrorist.
The NYPD model is in stages. The first stage is "pre-radicalization". This is the person's life prior to radicalizing. The second stage is "Self Identification", and this is where the radicalization process begins, typically when the individual turns to Islam for guidance during a tough time in their life. Usually the crisis will challenge their previous beliefs and they use Islam to help them through it. "Indoctrination" is the third stage, is when the individual accepts the " jihadi-Salafi " world view, and condones all violence against anything that is non Islam.They believe that western civilization is waging war against Islam and typically stop self serving goals and ideas, and turn to helping, protecting or avenging other Muslims. This is the stage where we see them leave Mosques and get together in smaller groups and hold private meetings with other like minded people and talk about their radical agendas. The fourth and final stage is the “jihadization”. This stage is when the individual has declared themselves as a "holy warrior" or "mujahadeen". This is where they become violently committed to jihad. This stage is where the person will seek para military knowledge and travel abroad to attend training camps. When they return, the gather in their private meetings and plan a terror attack.
2. Explain what psychological and behavioral factors play a role in those ‘homegrown’ individuals becoming radicalized and conducting terrorist attacks within their own nation.
“Homegrown” terrorists are a fascinating bunch. They are interesting in the fact that they knowingly go against a nation they were born in or one that adopted them. After being raised in the American culture or willingly choosing to move into the country, it is bewildering that they can, and want, to carry out their operations. These operations are usually devastating and are carried out against their ‘neighbors’ and innocent people.
But how does one go from an American citizen and ‘grow’ into a terrorist? Accor.
This document provides an overview of Salafism, including definitions, points of consensus and contention among Salafi movements. It discusses that while Salafism aims to emulate the Prophetic example through the earliest generations of Islam, there are disagreements over issues like the validity of following Islamic schools of law, the scope of dissociating from innovators, whether actions are part of faith, and the level of obedience to Islamic rulers. The document seeks to comprehensively define Salafism and its various strands through analyzing its origins, characteristics, and areas of agreement and disagreement.
Conceptual frameworks for understanding global jihadism braniffbraniff
This brief is meant to serve as an introduction to global jihadism, by examining the al-Qa'ida centric movement from multiple vantage points, including grand historical, theological, political, virtual and organizational.
Atheism And Islam A Contemporary DiscourseSandra Long
This document provides an overview of contemporary atheism and its engagement with Islam. It introduces the major figures of the "New Atheism" movement, including Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Christopher Hitchens, and Daniel Dennett. It also profiles ex-Muslim atheists like Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Ali Rizvi, and Ibn Warraq. The document then systematically analyzes the philosophical, scientific, and theological arguments made by atheists against Islam. It examines both the criticisms put forward and potential ways for Muslims to constructively engage with the issues raised. Overall, the document aims to explore the discourse between contemporary atheism and Islam in an informed manner.
The document discusses approaches to rehabilitating terrorists and countering violent extremism through community engagement. It argues that both "hard" security measures and "soft" rehabilitation programs are needed to address the long term drivers of terrorism. Effective rehabilitation programs require a holistic approach involving government, civil society and the private sector. Such programs aim to transform individuals' ideological beliefs while reintegrating them and preventing recidivism through engagement with resilient communities. Challenges include the lack of understanding, resources and whole-of-society coordination often needed for rehabilitation programs to be truly effective.
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1) The document criticizes recent media coverage of King Abdullah's visit to the UK, arguing it unfairly targeted Saudi Arabia and conflated the terms "Wahhabi" and "Salafi".
2) It explains that the term "Wahhabi" was popularized by British colonists in India to refer to Muslims resisting British rule, not as a sect of Islam.
3) The document asserts that criticism of Saudi Arabia's influence inaccurately links Salafi Islam to terrorism and ignores Saudi Arabia's opposition to extremism.
This document summarizes a statement by Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Saalih Al-†̃Uthaymeen on the 1996 Khobar bombing in Saudi Arabia that killed 18 people and injured 386. The Shaykh condemns the bombing as forbidden by Islamic law based on Quranic verses and hadiths protecting the lives of non-Muslims living peacefully under Muslim rule. He argues the bombing harms Islam's image, causes fear/hatred of Muslims, and devastates lives/wealth without achieving positive change. The Shaykh prays Allah eliminates corruption and protects Saudi Arabia from such evil acts.
Over 1,500 Extremists Freed After RepentingJasir T
Over 1,500 former extremists were released in Saudi Arabia after undergoing counseling to renounce their extremist ideologies. The counseling was conducted by a committee established by the Saudi government comprising religious scholars, psychologists and social workers. The committee conducted over 5,000 counseling sessions with 3,200 individuals accused of extremist views such as declaring other Muslims infidels. After successive sessions to convince them of their misguided beliefs, 1,500 individuals renounced extremist ideologies like committing violence without guilt.
Ideology Of Terrorism & Violance In Ksa Salafi ManhajJasir T
This document provides an introduction and overview of the ideology of terrorism and violence that has spread in Saudi Arabia. It discusses how Islam promotes moderation and opposes extremism. It explains that the ideology of takfir, or declaring Muslims to be disbelievers, has led to terrorism in Saudi Arabia and goes against the manhaj, or way, of the Salaf, the earliest generations of Muslims. The document aims to critically analyze publications and organizations that have promoted this extremist ideology in order to understand its origins and provide solutions to address it.
This document contains fatwas and rulings from Shaykh Abdul-Aziz Ibn Baz on issues related to terrorism such as hijackings, bombings, suicide bombings, protests, and harming non-Muslims. Some key points:
1) Terrorism involving violence against civilians is forbidden and considered a major sin according to Islamic law. Such acts can only be carried out by those without faith.
2) Political demonstrations that cause harm are not legitimate ways to enact change and often lead to more problems. The proper Islamic ways are through writing, advising, and peaceful means.
3) It is obligatory to obey and have allegiance to legitimate governments. Revolting or dividing people
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The document discusses different views on disobedience and sin - the Khawarij, Mu'tazilah, Murji'ah, and people of the Sunnah. The Khawarij and Mu'tazilah view major sins as rendering one eternally in Hellfire. The Murji'ah view faith as mere belief and delay actions from faith. The people of Sunnah combine texts on warnings and promises, viewing shirk and kufr as rendering one in Hellfire but other sins as forgivable if Allah wills.
Clear Proofs 4 Refuting The Doubts Of The People Of Takfeer & Bombing Salafi ...Jasir T
The document discusses the issue of takfeer (declaring someone a disbeliever) for rulers who do not implement Sharia law. It notes there are differing scholarly opinions on whether this constitutes major or minor kufr. The document summarizes the view of two prominent scholars, Ibn Baz and al-Albani, that it usually constitutes minor kufr unless the ruler believes such actions are permissible, in which case it would be major kufr. It cautions against hastily declaring takfeer and notes the issue requires understanding intent and avoiding extremism. The document aims to refute doubts raised by takfeer and bombing groups.
This document discusses the root causes of terrorism in the UK and challenges the simplistic view of blaming "Wahhabism". It summarizes research showing that extremist ideologues like Bin Laden opposed Saudi Arabia and its scholars, who have consistently condemned terrorism. While "Wahhabism" is a simplistic colonial term, Saudi scholars have warned against and condemned terrorism for years. Blaming ideological groups without evidence helps terrorism, rather than solving the problem.
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