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The Return of the Taliban
August 28, 2021
The Return of the Taliban
August 28, 2021 | Masarat Foundation Headquarters, Amman, Jordan
In August 2021, HMSC defence and security adviser Mr. Mamoun Naji participated in a high-level seminar organized by the Masarat Foundation for Research and Development, a non-profit civil society institution based in Amman, Jordan.
The event gathered counterterrorism experts, policymakers, and regional analysts to examine the evolving dynamics of the Taliban movement since its re-emergence, and assess the potential resurgence of transnational jihadist organizations, including al-Qaeda and ISIS-K. Discussions focused on the implications for regional security, the attraction of individuals to extremist movements, and the challenges facing counterterrorism frameworks in the MENA region.
Key topics included:
- Changes within the Taliban movement’s ideology and political strategies.
- The risks associated with the potential return of terrorist operations worldwide.
- Future international engagement strategies with the Taliban regime.
Panelists:
- Mamoun Abu Nowar, Defence and Security analyst, HMSC advisor.
- Jumana Ghneimat, Former Minister of State for Media Affairs / Government Spokesperson and founder of the Masarat Foundation.
- Ahmad Zarqan, member of The Islamic Action Front, IAF.
- Hasan Abu Haniyeh, expert on Islamic Movements.
- Marwan Shehadeh, expert on ultraconservative Salafi movement.
- Dr Walid Abu Dalbouh, expert on International Relations and Regional Studies.
Moderator:
- MP Omar Al-Ayasrah
This engagement reflected HMSC’s contribution to regional discussions on emerging extremist threats and strategic security challenges.