// Core Thesis

The MOTRA Institute aims to establish a comprehensive framework for monitoring and preventing radicalization through a multi-dimensional analysis that includes radicalization monitoring, criminal case file analysis, technology monitoring, and international developments, with a specific focus on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The study seeks to understand the psychological, social, and political drivers of radicalization and provide strategic recommendations to policymakers for enhancing prevention and intervention strategies. It relies on extensive statistical and social data analysis while highlighting the challenges of international collaboration in this domain.

• ???? Over 500 criminal case files related to radicalization in Europe and the Middle East were analyzed over the past five years.
• ???? The study revealed that 68% of radicalization cases originate through local or online social networks.
• ???? Twelve emerging technologies were identified as increasingly used by extremist groups for recruitment and ideology dissemination.
• ???? International developments in the MENA region indicate a rise in cross-border collaboration among extremist groups.

Politicians are likely to leverage this study to justify enhanced international cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts, including intelligence sharing and the development of joint strategies for monitoring online activities. The findings may also prompt stricter legislation on monitoring emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to prevent their misuse by extremist groups. Additionally, more resources could be allocated to community-based prevention programs targeting vulnerable populations.