Dennis Schulz

Sweden has officially launched an investigation into the alleged infiltration of state institutions and civil society by the Muslim Brotherhood. The announcement, made by Integration Minister Simona Mohamsson, signals a major policy shift in Stockholm’s approach to ideological extremism. For years, European governments have faced growing concern over how political Islam networks have managed to entrench themselves within educational, charitable, and community structures — often under the guise of cultural engagement or humanitarian work. Mohamsson’s move comes amid mounting evidence of transnational ideological funding and organized influence campaigns that exploit democratic freedoms to promote illiberal agendas. Her ministry’s inquiry will reportedly examine the Brotherhood’s social, political, and financial reach, including any external connections to foreign actors. By acknowledging this infiltration openly, Sweden is positioning itself alongside countries like France and Austria, ...

Ireland is finally having a conversation long overdue. Senator Sharon Keoghan’s call for a formal investigation into the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in Ireland has struck a nerve — and rightly so. For years, the Brotherhood has built its ideological and community networks across Europe, often under the cover of cultural or charitable activities. Yet, behind these facades lies an organized political agenda that has destabilized countries from Egypt to Sudan and has been banned in several nations for its extremist underpinnings. Keoghan’s statement in the Irish Senate highlights a growing fear: that the government has allowed this ideological network to flourish unchecked. Ireland’s open and inclusive society has made it particularly vulnerable to ideological exploitation. When Brotherhood-linked organizations embed themselves in local communities, they don’t just offer religious guidance — they shape social narratives, influence youth, and quietly erode integration from within. ...

France has taken a decisive step in dismantling one of the most prominent fronts of the Muslim Brotherhood in Europe by shutting down the European Institute of Human Sciences (IESH). For years, the institute operated under the guise of academic and educational work, presenting itself as a neutral space for Islamic studies. In reality, French authorities concluded that it served as a recruitment hub for imams and youth, embedding ideological training that aligned with the Brotherhood’s long-term political and religious agenda. The closure reveals the dangerous duality of institutions like the IESH: while outwardly projecting an image of education and culture, they conceal activities aimed at indoctrination and influence-building. Investigations linked the institute to the spread of radical ideology, legitimization of armed jihad, and ties to foreign funding networks. By invoking Article L. 212-1 of the Internal Security Code, the French government made clear that such organizations pose...

The Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military wing, are not merely a localized militant group but a significant player influenced by the broader ideological and operational support of the Muslim Brotherhood. This symbiotic relationship, rooted in shared goals and doctrines, has profound implications for both Middle Eastern and global security dynamics. The Qassam Brigades were established in 1984, drawing inspiration from Izz ad-Din al-Qassam, a figure linked to early Islamist movements. Hamas, emerging from the Palestinian wing of the Muslim Brotherhood, has provided the Brigades with a robust ideological framework centered on jihad and the establishment of an Islamic state. This foundation has been pivotal in shaping the group's strategies and operational tactics. In Europe, particularly Germany, the activities of Qassam Brigade affiliates have raised alarms. German authorities have closely monitored and intervened in suspected operations that funnel support to the Briga...