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European Parliament Adopts Resolution Targeting Islamist Networks

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The European Parliament voted to classify the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group, drawing swift civil society backlash.

The European Parliament passed a resolution urging member states to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. Civil society groups condemned the move, arguing it fuels hostility against organizations working within democratic frameworks.

The reactionNine civil society organisations condemned the parliamentary resolution as an attack on civic space.
The justificationLawmakers supporting the measure argue it prevents networks from undermining established civil institutions.

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The Jerusalem PostEU Parliament adopts resolution calling for Muslim Brotherhood to be added to terror list1d ago · open ↗

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Timeline

Oct 9Civil society groups criticized the European Parliament's impending resolution on Islamist entryism.
Oct 11The European Parliament adopted the resolution urging the terror listing of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Why it matters

The Muslim Brotherhood's status has long been debated across Europe, with various governments differing on how to address its influence and affiliated networks. Moves to proscribe the group touch on broader discussions surrounding security, integration, and civil liberties.