Violent Extremism in Serbia: Islamist and Far-right
Violent Extremism in Serbia: Islamist and Far-right

Author(s): Predrag Petrović, Marija Ignjatijević
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense, Inter-Ethnic Relations
Published by: BCBP Beogradski centar za bezbednosnu politiku
Keywords: Extremism; Serbia; Islamist; PREVEX project
Summary/Abstract: Islamist extremism in Serbia is declining despite receiving significant attention, however, its non-violent forms have gained some traction in areas like Sanjak. On the other hand, political divisions signal a growing potential for political extremism in the region. In contrast, right-wing extremism is experiencing an upward trend, largely due to the Government's inaction and favourable media reporting. Upon conducting extensive research over five years, the research team aims to give an overview of the two major forms of extremism in Serbia. The first part focuses on the roots, occurrence, and ideological basis of both the Islamist and right-wing extremism in the country. The next chapter aims to explain the international ties of extremist groups, including foreign fighters and other types of links and cooperation mechanisms with foreign extremist networks.

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