Hezbollah, also known as Hizbullah, is a Lebanon-based Shia terrorist organization. Its creation dates back to 1982, after the Israeli…
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At Rise to Peace, we are dedicated to conducting thorough research and analysis on terrorism, exploring its triggers and drivers, and identifying best practices to prevent its rise. Our team of experts delves into the intricacies of extremism and terrorism, examining their dynamics, tactics, and underlying causes. Through our research, we aim to provide policymakers and the public with valuable information and insights to play an active role in countering extremism. We contribute to the field by writing articles, reports, op-eds, and more, sharing our findings and recommendations based on meticulous research and evidence. By prioritizing research and analysis, we empower policy practitioners and the public to engage effectively in preventing and addressing the challenges posed by extremism and terrorism.
Powder Keg of the Pandemic: Exploring the Ongoing Situation in Bosnia
By Chris Ynclan Jr
/ December 4, 2021
Since the start of the pandemic there have been many worrying trends within global affairs. Among these have been the…
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FARC Removed from Terrorist List – What’s Next for Colombia’s Peace Process?
By Rise to Peace
/ December 2, 2021
On November 30th the United States announced plans to remove the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) from its list of…
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Kidnappings in Haiti Terrorize the Nation
By Rise to Peace
/ November 28, 2021
In recent weeks, two collective kidnappings have been registered in Haiti. After the death of President Jovenel Moïse, Haiti has…
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The Taliban Kingmaker: Haqqani or Durrani?
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 27, 2021
Author’s note: The Taliban group was founded in the 1990s by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and appointed Mullah Omar as…
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The Refugee Crisis at the Belarus-Poland Border
By Joan McDappa
/ November 24, 2021
With the recent happenings on the global scenes, especially in Belarus and Poland, one can fully understand the term global…
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Prioritizing the Evacuation of High-Risk Afghans
By Chris Ynclan Jr
/ November 23, 2021
With the last American troops leaving Afghanistan this year, there are many questions regarding what the future holds for the…
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The Liverpool Attack: A Need for Community-Based Counter-Terrorism Efforts
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 22, 2021
The Liverpool bombing on Remembrance Sunday has once again raised questions about the U.K. Counter-Terrorism Prevention Program. The alacrity with…
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What Measures Should be Taken to Counter Nigeria’s Insecurities?
By Joan McDappa
/ November 22, 2021
Nigeria has benefited from several projects and programs, all aimed at resolving the issue of insecurity including, addressing identified root…
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ISIS-K Grows as the Taliban Struggles to Maintain Power
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 20, 2021
According to a senior Afghan intelligence officer who spoke with Rise to Peace, ISIS of Khorasan (ISIS-K) is growing rapidly…
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The Capture of Colombia’s Most Wanted Man Ignites a Series of Terrorist Attacks and Violence
By Rise to Peace
/ November 16, 2021
Dairo Antonio Usuga, better known as Otoniel and the leader of one of Colombia’s most feared narco-terrorist organizations, was captured…
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Afghans Stuck in Limbo at Emirates Humanitarian City Seek Answers to their U.S. Entry Status
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 14, 2021
Tens of thousands Afghan Evacuees at Emirates Humanitarian City Seek Answers to their U.S. Entry Status. Many are now in…
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What Went Wrong with Nigeria’s Boko Haram Counter-Terrorism Mission?
By Joan McDappa
/ November 8, 2021
Nigeria has continued to grapple with the issue of terrorism, and as expected, has had to launch many counter-terrorism missions….
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The Emergence and Expansion of ISIS-K and the Taliban
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 8, 2021
The Taliban blamed ISIS-K for the Kabul explosion on Afghanistan’s largest military hospital near Kabul, killing at least 30 people and…
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Daesh Within the DMV? Assesing the ISIS-K Threat in Northern Virginia
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ November 5, 2021
Bereft of the territory which they conquered at their height, ISIS seeks to restore their ability to instill fear in…
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The Nexus Between Environmental Stimuli and Violent Extremism
By Megan Stephenson-Poore
/ October 19, 2021
Introduction In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, academics and policymakers have struggled to pinpoint a distinct factor that drives…
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Neglecting Afghanistan: Lessons to be Learnt From the 9/11 Attacks 20-Years Later
By Rise to Peace
/ September 16, 2021
Exactly two decades ago, the United States witnessed a deadly attack that transformed the international security landscape overnight. Only six…
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#TalibanOurGuardians: Taliban Support Trends via Twitter During Afghanistan Repression
By Rise to Peace
/ September 13, 2021
It is not a new agenda for Twitter to be the ‘go to’ space for encouraging violent extremist activities, though,…
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Islam vs Islamism? The Realpolitik of Islamic Jihadism in Africa
By Rise to Peace
/ September 12, 2021
Decades of internecine conflicts, and bloody civil wars have left inedible scars across Africa, and the consequent weakening (or failure)…
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What’s Next for Afghanistan Under the Taliban Regime?
By Ahmad Mohibi
/ September 10, 2021
In just 10 days, the Taliban was able to take control of most of the major cities and towns across…
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