In this edition of the Global Risk Bulletin, we look at the role of extremist groups in the US and Europe while taking a deep dive into civil unrest in Algeria. In particular, we examine the feasible tactics likely to be employed by far-right extremists in the US amid ongoing government efforts to crackdown on these groups. Meanwhile, with the return of Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, we consider what this means for the threat of terrorism from Islamic State and its affiliates in Europe. Further south, we look at the return of the Hirak protest movement in Algeria and what threats this movement could pose to the stability of the new Tebboune administration.
Far right extremism after the Capitol riots: A return to clandestine tactics?
In the wake of the 6 January Capitol riots in Washington DC, the US government has doubled efforts to crackdown on the activity of violent far-right groups.
The Return of Hirak: A threat to Algeria’s new government?
February 2021 saw the return of demonstrations in Algeria and, since then, near weekly protests have taken place across the country. This comes in stark contrast to the near absent protests of 2020 amid Covid-19 restrictions.
Terrorism in Europe: The resurgence of the Islamic State
Islamic State has made new headways in Iraq and Syria in recent months, indicating a likely resurgence of the group.