Jihadist Infiltration of Migrant Flows to Europe: Perpetrators, Modus Operandi and Policy Implications

Contact Your Elected Officials

Jihadist Infiltration explores one of the most topical and controversial issues of recent years โ€“jihadist terrorist infiltration of irregular migrant flows to Europe. Utilizing robust sampling criteria, more than a hundred such cases are identified and rigorously assessed. The analysis reveals the characteristics of offenders, their travel patterns and operational activities, and critically evaluates subsequent law enforcement and judicial responses. The author draws upon interviews with a range of European security officials, as well as non-governmental organization employees, and a recent refugee, in order to provide a series of practical recommendations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

โ€œJihadist Iniltration of Migrant Flows to Europe is a very timely book that deals with a highly relevant question and demonstrates how one could approach such complex issues with a research design that combines quantitative and qualitative elements alike. It is however โ€“ as mentioned before โ€“ highly specialized literature, that will most likely be relevant first and foremost for practitioners and researchers dealing with the concrete topic.โ€ (Paul Schliefsteiner, JIPSS Journal for Intelligence, Propaganda and Security Studies, Vol. 12 (2), 2018)

Review

โ€œThis work by Sam Mullins is the most in-depth exploration of terrorism and violent radicalization within the flow of refugees to Europe in recent years. Using 144 individuals who either infiltrated Europe (often with the goal to attack) or who radicalized after they had arrived, Mullins provides an impressive and highly useful analysis for researchers and policy makers alike. It clears up myths surrounding immigration and terrorism, showing that only a tiny fraction of refugees actually radicalize and turn to violence. However, those who do need to be studied to assess and prevent future risks. Finally, Mullins also includes a full list of his case studies, which is a treasure trove for terrorism researchers.โ€ (Daniel Kรถhler, Director, German Institute on Radicalization and De-Radicalization Studies (GIRDS), Germany)

โ€œSam Mullins delivers a must-read analysis of the complex threat involving migration and jihadist terrorism in Europe over the past decade. In addition to breaking down pertinent cases between 2011-2018, Mullins provides counterterrorism practitioners and policymakers with critical lessons learned and sobering predictions of the challenges ahead. Since migrant flows will undoubtedly continue to pose a challenge to Western countries in the years ahead, it is imperative we understand how to mitigate the threat moving forward. Mullins’ book helps us do just that.โ€ (LTC (Ret) Bryan Price, PhD, founding executive director of the Buccino Leadership Institute, Seton Hall University and former Director of the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point, USA)
โ€œA remarkable study โ€“ timely, competent, and well-written, exploring the extent of jihadist infiltration of migration flows to Europe since 2011. Based on painstaking research, full of factual evidence, Prof. Mullins’ book is neither down-playing nor exaggerating the size of the problem, with policy-recommendations that are practical and proportional โ€“ a must-read for counter-terrorist professionals as well as public opinion leaders.โ€ (Alex P. Schmid, Editor-in-Chief of Perspectives on Terrorism and former Officer-in-Charge of the Terrorism Prevention Branch of UNODC)

โ€œSam Mullinsโ€™ book fills a critical gap in the terrorism literature by providing a comprehensive assessment of the threat posed by the jihadist infiltration of migrant flows to Europe. Sobering and data-driven, this research offers an empirical foundation for the policy implications of the nexus between terrorism and migration. Put simply, a must read for scholars, academics, and policy practitioners alike.โ€ (Colin P. Clarke, Senior Research Fellow, The Soufan Center, USA)โ€œThis is the definitive treatment of the delicate and important topic of terrorist infiltration of migrant flows. Meticulous and level-headed, it injects badly needed data and insight into a public conversation until now shaped by fears, hopes, and guesswork.โ€ (Thomas Hegghammer, Senior Research Fellow, Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI), Norway, and Adjunct Professor, University of Oslo, Norway)

From the Back Cover

โ€œA remarkable study โ€“ timely, competent, and well-writtenโ€ฆ a must-read for counter-terrorist professionals as well as public opinion leaders.โ€

โ€“Alex P. Schmid, Editor-in-Chief of โ€˜Perspectives on Terrorismโ€™ and former Officer-in-Charge of the Terrorism Prevention Branch of UNODC, Austria

โ€œโ€ฆthe most in-depth exploration of [this topic] in recent yearsโ€ฆ provides an impressive and highly useful analysis for researchers and policy makers alike.โ€

โ€“Daniel Kรถhler, Director, German Institute on Radicalization and De-Radicalization Studies (GIRDS), Germany

โ€œโ€ฆa must-read analysisโ€ฆ provides counterterrorism practitioners and policymakers with critical lessons learned and sobering predictions of the challenges ahead.โ€โ€“LTC (ret.) Bryan Price, founding executive director of the Buccino Leadership Institute, Seton Hall University, USA, and former Director of the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point, USA

โ€œโ€ฆfills a critical gap in the terrorism literatureโ€ฆ Put simply, a must read for scholars, academics, and policy practitioners alike.โ€

โ€“Colin P. Clarke, Senior Research Fellow, The Soufan Center, USAThis book explores one of the most topical and controversial issues of recent years โ€“jihadist terrorist infiltration of irregular migrant flows to Europe. Utilizing robust sampling criteria, more than a hundred such cases are identified and rigorously assessed. The analysis reveals the characteristics of offenders, their travel patterns and operational activities, and critically evaluates subsequent law enforcement and judicial responses. The author draws upon interviews with a range of European security officials, as well as non-governmental organization employees, and a recent refugee, in order to provide a series of practical recommendations.

Sam Mullins is Professor of Counter-Terrorism at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies, Germany, and Honorary Principal Fellow at the University of Wollongong, Australia.

About the Author

Sam Mullins is Professor of Counter-Terrorism at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies, Germany, and Honorary Principal Fellow at the University of Wollongong, Australia.

Book Knowledge
Book Knowledgehttps://www.thethinkingconservative.com/previews/books-magazines/
Book Knowledge shares books, magazines and other sources that help us grow in our knowledge of conservatism and help us make a difference in our country.

Democrats Are In Disastrous Shape As Midterms Loom

According to CNN's Harry Enten, โ€œThe Democratic brand is in the basement. It is total and complete garbage in the mind of the American public.โ€

A Primer on Conservatism

Conservatism is based on the maintenance and preservation of economic and governmental liberty of the individual citizen to choose what is best for their interests.

Woke Verses Folk Marketing Mayhem

For purposes of this article woke is about 10% of our population while folk is defined as the remaining 90% of our population.ย 

Late nightโ€™s Javan Rhino ย 

Once upon a time in America, late-night television talk shows were nightly viewing for many following their local news.

MyPillowโ€™s CEO Mike Lindell Wins 2 Court Cases

A federal court tossed the $5M ruling against Mike Lindell, saying arbitrators rewrote the rules of his 2021 Cyber Symposium challenge.

Trump Orders Nuclear Submarines Moved After Former Russian Presidentโ€™s Comments

Trump confirmed he ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in appropriate regions, in case Putin's inflammatory statements are more than just that.

American Eagle Responds to Critics Over Ad With Sydney Sweeney

In a statement posted on American Eagleโ€™s Instagram account on Friday, the retailer said the ad campaign โ€œis and always was about the jeans.

What to Know About 7-OH, the Synthetic Opioid Derived From Kratom Facing an FDA Ban

Synthetic opioid derived from the kratom plant sold in gummies, tablets, and drink mixes is to be restricted due to concerns it has serious potential for abuse.

Wall Street Review: Stocks Sell Off Amid Confusion Over Economic Data and Fed Policy

After all-time highs for a couple of weeks, U.S. equities retreated on profit-taking and confusion over direction of U.S. economy and monetary policy.

Trump Says Americans Could Get Dividends From Tariff Revenues

President Donald Trump suggested on Sunday that his administration could distribute dividends from tariff revenues to Americans with certain income levels.

Tariff Rates โ€˜Pretty Much Set,โ€™ Says US Trade Representative

President Trumpโ€™s trade representative, Jamieson Greer, said that Americans should expect the administrationโ€™s tariff levels to remain where they are.

White House Officials Say Trump Had โ€˜Real Concernsโ€™ With Top Labor Official Before Firing Her

White House officials said it was necessary to fire former Bureau of Labor Statistics head Erika McEntarfer following release of lower-than-expected jobs report.

Trump Admin Cancels $26 Million Funding for Baltimore-DC Maglev Train Project

The FRA will cancel two grants worth more than $26 million for the Baltimore-Washington Superconducting Magnetic Levitation (SCMAGLEV) project.
spot_img

Related Articles