Islamic extremism
Coverage of Islamic extremism in the Nexus archive.
- Former UK diplomat: Foreign Office has lost its ability to discern friends from enemies
Edmund Fitton-Brown claims the Foreign Office has lost its ability to discern friends from enemies, attributing this to Islamic extremism. The article questions whether a Burnham government could address these concerns.
- Technology is driving an increase in online threats to the UK, senior officials say
Senior UK officials warn that technology and online platforms are enabling increased threats from hostile countries, extremists, and far-right groups. Examples include Iranian-backed plots, Russian state-sponsored sabotage, and rising far-right extremism, with law enforcement emphasizing collaboration with tech companies to combat these risks.
- Technology is driving an increase in online threats to the UK, senior officials say
Technology and online platforms are being used by hostile countries, extremists, and far-right groups to threaten the UK, according to senior British police officials. Threats from Iran, Russia, and China include assassinations, sabotage, and surveillance, while far-right extremism has also increased significantly.
- Technology is driving an increase in online threats to the UK, senior officials say
UK officials warn that technology and online platforms are enabling increased threats from hostile countries, extremists, and far-right groups. Examples include Iranian-backed plots, Russian state-sponsored sabotage, and rising far-right extremism, with law enforcement emphasizing the need for tech company collaboration to address these challenges.
- Islamic extremism’s rise in California — and what to do about it
The article discusses concerns about rising Islamic extremism in California, referencing books like 'Londonistan' by Melanie Phillips and 'Submission' by Michel Houellebecq, which explore similar issues in Europe. It questions whether California faces a comparable challenge to Europe and the UK.
- Record antisemitic incidents in Canada fuel criticism of Carney government response
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney faces criticism for insufficient action against record antisemitic incidents, with 6,800 cases reported in 2025—a 9.4% increase. A Senate report recommended reinstating a Holocaust Remembrance Envoy role, which Carney eliminated, and highlighted gaps in addressing drivers like Islamic extremism.