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Jemaah Islamiyah

A collection of 5 issues

INSIGHT: Navigating the Strategic and Policy Implications of Jemaah Islamiyah's Dissolution in Indonesia

The dissolution of Jemaah Islamiyah may seem like a victory, but complacency is risky. Authorities must remain vigilant against potential regrouping or rebranding efforts, which could destabilise the region and attract new recruits. Continuous monitoring is essential.

INSIGHT: Contextualising Al-Qaeda's Call To Arms and Implications for Southeast Asia's Militants

The US eliminated Al-Qaeda (AQ) leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in 2022, raising doubts about the Taliban's pledge to avoid harboring AQ members. Sayf al-Adl, seen as his successor, operates from Iran. AQ's decentralisation and resurgence in Afghanistan heighten global security threats.

INSIGHT: Reassessing the Ulu Tiram Incident: The Subjectivity of Terror Labels

The Ulu Tiram incident underscores the subjectivity of terror labels, the impact of biases and historical contexts, and the need for rigorous, unbiased considerations to avoid misleading narratives and ensure fair assessments.

IN BRIEF: Jemaah Islamiyah Connection Suspected in Ulu Tiram Police Station Assault

An attack on Ulu Tiram police station resulted in the deaths of two constables. The 34-year-old attacker, reportedly linked to Jemaah Islamiyah, was also killed. Over 20 suspected JI members were detained.

INSIGHT: Jemaah Islamiyah Arrests in Sulawesi: Contextualising the Threat Perception

JI reshapes strategies amid arrests, focusing on non-military growth and decentralising command but faces challenges in regaining former strength.