Many Points of Convergence between the Muslim Brotherhood and Terrorist Organizations: Find Out More

A report published by the Egyptian newspaper “Al-Watan” discusses the similarities between the Muslim Brotherhood and extremist groups, notably Al-Qaeda and ISIS, which have both drawn from the Brotherhood‘s ideology in their recruitment policies, secrecy, and blind obedience.

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Extremist groups share with the Brotherhood the use of mosques as centers for preaching and mobilization, with mosques serving as a key tool for attracting and recruiting youth. The Brotherhood and other terrorist movements also rely on the principle of absolute obedience, which demands total loyalty from members to their leaders, facilitating the execution of violent or suicidal actions without hesitation.

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According to the newspaper, these organizations are characterized by adherence to the principle of secrecy in their operations, with members concealing their locations and activities to avoid security crackdowns. Although the Brotherhood promotes itself as a non-violent political movement, practices on the ground prove otherwise, particularly in instances where the group feels threatened, such as the formation of armed groups in Egypt after June 30, 2013.

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Funding methods represent another significant similarity between the Brotherhood and terrorist organizations. These groups raise funds, invest in commercial projects, and, in some cases, engage in money laundering. They are considered a “breeding ground” for more extreme terrorist movements, as many leaders of jihadist organizations, such as Ayman al-Zawahiri, former leader of Al-Qaeda, have roots in the Brotherhood.

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Despite these similarities, the Brotherhood differs in its approach, blending political action with violence, which enables it to infiltrate government institutions and achieve its goals through multiple avenues. While other extremist groups primarily rely on direct violence, the Brotherhood retains the ability to operate in the political shadows, allowing it to pursue its interests in more diverse and strategic ways.

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