Egyptian journalist Bilal El-Dwei has stated that the Muslim Brotherhood is altering the names of its entities in Europe to conceal its ties to the organization. According to El-Dwei, the Brotherhood is seeking to integrate its elements into European societies by establishing channels for dialogue and building relationships with members of parliaments in several European countries and US Congress members.
El-Dwei mentioned that the Brotherhood is forming organizations, associations, centers, forums, relief organizations, and unions in various countries, financed by the international organization spread across 77 countries. He cited the example of the Islamic Organizations Union in Europe, which changed its name to the European Muslim Council, with the same individuals continuing to manage it.
The goal of these actions is to promote the Brotherhood's ideology and infiltrate European societies, establishing relationships with political institutions. El-Dwei emphasized that changing the name or umbrella does not alter the nature of the activity or ideology. He highlighted Egypt's efforts to combat the Brotherhood, including identifying sources of funding and methods of financing.
El-Dwei discussed Egypt's experience in counter-terrorism, which was presented to the world by the Egyptian Foreign Minister at the United Nations General Assembly on October 1, 2023. Egypt has taken steps to freeze the assets of the Brotherhood and individuals linked to it.
A Cairo court has listed 35 entities and 36 individuals, including the European Muslim Council and its branches, on the terrorist list for five years. The list includes various organizations and individuals across Europe, such as the Islamic Association in Britain, the Islamic Association in Sweden, and the Islamic Association in Italy.
El-Dwei also mentioned that several European countries, including Austria, have taken steps to restrict the Brotherhood's activities since 2023. He noted that Egypt's experience has contributed to clarifying the nature of the Brotherhood to the international community.
El-Dwei pointed out that the concept of counter-terrorism extends beyond those who carry out attacks or wield weapons, but also includes those who provide shelter, financing, or assistance. He referenced a recording in which Abdullah bin Mansour expressed his pride in being a member of the Brotherhood, which has remained a constant in his life for 40 years.
Key points
- The Muslim Brotherhood is changing its names in Europe to conceal its connections to the organization.
- Egypt has presented its counter-terrorism experience to the world, highlighting efforts to combat the Brotherhood.
- Several European countries have taken steps to restrict the Brotherhood's activities since 2023.
Reporting sources
- Sawt Al-Umma · Sawt Al-Umma
