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The article discusses how the Islamic Republic of Iran has demanded greater sacrifices from its people under the guise of a resistance against Western hegemony, contrasting the Iranian brand of Islamism with traditional conservatism.

Islamist figures in Italy are reportedly encouraging followers to vote against a justice referendum, while illegally posting photos of their ballots.

An Islamist figure, Davide Piccardo, celebrates the end of Ramadan while promoting a call for a holy war against voting in an upcoming referendum, linking it to Hamas imagery.

Davide Piccardo has sparked controversy by celebrating the end of Ramadan with a video featuring armed men affiliated with Hamas.

The Five Star Movement (5S) has sparked controversy by hosting an event in Parliament alongside radical Islamic and leftist groups, highlighting potential ideological alignments.

The Syrian government led by Islamic factions has banned the sale of alcohol in bars and restaurants in Damascus, marking a significant move towards enforcing a conservative societal order.

A Swedish Social Democrat believes both the left and right share responsibility for the rise of Islamism, citing political legitimacy and funding issues.

Islamist leader Roberto Hamza Piccardo urges Muslims to vote 'No' for political convenience, linking radical Islamism with the Italian left.

A recent study has caused shock among Germans, suggesting that one in two Muslims holds Islamist views.

The Islamist group 'Companions of the Righteous' has claimed responsibility for recent attacks targeting Jewish community sites, including an explosion at a school in the Netherlands.

A new study from Germany's Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) suggests that nearly 50% of Muslims in Germany under 40 harbor ‘Islamist’ tendencies, which has sparked concerns regarding social integration.

Joanna Palani, a former Kurdish fighter, reflects on her past experiences in combat against Islamism and her imprisonment after fighting in Syria, as well as the complexities of potential alliances involving her people.

In Frankfurt-Rödelheim, ongoing tensions between state efforts against Islamism and the religious freedoms claimed by the community are highlighted by protests at the Imam-Ali Mosque, which has been closed to the congregation since July 2024.

The article critiques the shift in political roles in Italy, emphasizing a right that increasingly supports civil liberties while the left aligns with illiberal values influenced by radical Islamism, particularly in responses to the war in Iran.

The article criticizes European leaders for their handling of Islamist influences and highlights the perceived threat of jihadism in Europe.

A Berlin court has sentenced a 20-year-old Islamist to 13 years in prison for a knife attack on a Spanish tourist at the Holocaust Memorial.

The leader of the Liberal Party in Sweden expresses outrage over a memorial service for a slain Iranian leader at a mosque, attributing it to growing radicalism in Europe.

The article discusses a controversy where Norwegian Prime Minister Støre received applause deemed illegal and localized, amidst criticism from Progress Party leader Sylvi Listhaug.

A diverse gathering in Neukölln, Berlin, brings together Muslims and non-Muslims to celebrate breaking the fast while advocating for freedom and diversity amidst rising threats from anti-Semitism and Islamism.

In Paris, four accomplices of the individual who beheaded French teacher Samuel Paty in 2020 received prison sentences ranging from six to 15 years.

In the appeal trial for the murder of Samuel Paty, a French history teacher, lower prison sentences were handed down to those involved in facilitating his assassination.

Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss stated on a podcast that Islamism poses the greatest threat to the UK, while other issues like the economy and healthcare are reversible.

The article discusses the involvement of an Italian Islamist party in the upcoming elections and its alignment with the left against the Meloni government in the context of a referendum on justice.

Hanan Serroukh, a former Muslim from Barcelona, has dedicated her life to combating Islamism after escaping forced marriage at a young age, using her experience to educate authorities and raise awareness about radicalism.

The Muslim community in France is experiencing significant divisions, highlighted by conflicting start dates for Ramadan 2026 announced by different Muslim federations.

The article discusses the changing nature of terrorism, particularly focusing on the risks associated with extreme Islamism and its societal perception in Italy.

Mike Huckabee stirs controversy with his remarks, while Sudan's General Hamdan Dagalo pledges military action against Islamist factions.

A debate article in Dagens Nyheter argues that Sweden has been naive towards the threat of imported Islamism, suggesting that the Muslim Brotherhood's influence must be addressed at its roots and that EU sanctions should be applied.

The article examines the shifts in the Muslim Brotherhood's influence and the Islamic movement's role in the aftermath of the Syrian regime's downfall in 2024.

Four people lost their lives during the attack on the Ghriba synagogue in Tunisia, leading to prison sentences for the attackers' accomplices.

Two men have been sentenced for plotting a terror attack aimed at hundreds of Jews in North England, inspired by ISIS.

Bavarian authorities foiled a potential attack on a Christmas market in December 2025, arresting five men with presumed Islamist motivations.

The article discusses the vulnerabilities that arise from a lack of values and identity, drawing on the insights of Algerian writer Boualem Sansal regarding political oppression and the importance of dialogue about Islamism in Italy.

Ahmad Mansour warns of a dangerous normalization of terror ahead of the trial for the Munich attack, urging society to take a more active stand against radical elements in everyday life.

Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann warns of undetected Islamist threats as a trial begins in Munich related to the attack from nearly a year ago.

Two men have been sentenced to six years and six months in prison for promoting Islamic terrorism and indoctrinating minors in Melilla through social media and in-person meetings.

The United Arab Emirates are excluding British universities from scholarships, fearing Islamist radicalization and criticizing the UK for not banning the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood.

Muslim nations regard the fight against Islamism at European universities as a security issue, while Europe debates the implications of the term 'political Islam.'

Muslim nations have concluded that combating Islamism is a matter of security, in contrast to the European debate on whether the term 'political Islam' is discriminatory.

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have halted funding for citizens to study in the UK due to concerns about exposure to indoctrination by groups like the Muslim Brotherhood, which is classified as a terrorist organization in the UAE.

The decision of New York's new Muslim mayor, Zorah Mamdani, to take his oath on the Quran rather than the Bible has sparked reactions, particularly from conservatives who argue that the Quran does not belong to American tradition, despite the evolving nature of traditions over time.

The article discusses the gradual and subversive indoctrination of young people in Europe through educational and library systems, identifying it as a strategy of silent penetration by Islamism.

Piacenza has emerged as a significant center for organized Islam in Italy, highlighted by recent meetings involving key figures like Mohammed Hannoun and associations such as Usb and Potere al Popolo.

Several mosque associations celebrated the 'Conquest of Mecca' on December 31 to discourage German Muslims from attending New Year's parties, with a notable Islamist as the main speaker.

Extremism expert Felix Neumann expresses concern about the increasing threats of Islamism leading to terrorism, while highlighting that right-wing extremism poses the greatest risk to democracy.

Ahmed Mansur warns against rapid naturalization and calls for clear integration strategies, insisting that political parties must take a stand against Islamism to transform foreigners into democrats.

The article discusses the paradox of media freedom advocates who publicly condemn censorship while associating with individuals linked to extremist organizations.

Lennart Pfahler examines the German left's sympathies for Islamist positions and warns against conflating liberation struggles with terrorism, emphasizing that we should not align ourselves with extremist voices.

Max Lucks, a politician from the Greens, highlights a dangerous gap in the left's approach to Islamism and calls for an end to the taboo surrounding radical Islam.

The emergence of the Italian Hamas cell has reopened legislative discussions on Islamism, including stricter rules on places of worship and a possible ban on the Muslim Brotherhood.