The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
B-10-2026-0424-AM-021-030
2.10.2026 B100424/21
Amendment 21
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
Motion for a resolution
Citation 18 a (new)
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| – having regard to the report of the Belgian state security service entitled ‘Intelligence Report 2025’ and the chapter thereof entitled ‘The Muslim Brotherhood: behind the mask of moderation’, |
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2.10.2026 B100424/22
Amendment 22
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
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| C. whereas Islamist entryism does not refer to the peaceful practice of Islam, but to a political strategy of influence, progressive structuring, institutional penetration and ideological legitimisation; whereas criticism of a political ideology must not be equated with an attack on a religion; | C. whereas Islam, as a religion, is not inherently political or hostile, and the overwhelming majority of those who observe Islam as a religion reject violence against civilians in the name of Islam; whereas political Islamism must not be presented as synonymous with, or representative of, Islam as such but, rather, understood as a distinct political phenomenon characterised by the political instrumentalisation of a particular interpretation of Islam; whereas criticism of a political ideology must not be equated with an attack on a religion; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/23
Amendment 23
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
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| D. whereas the strategy of Islamist entryism relies, in particular, on the organised confusion between Islam as a religion, which falls under freedom of conscience, and political Islam as a societal project, which seeks to produce collective norms, derogatory regimes or community allegiances placed above common law; | D. whereas entryism encompasses a set of actions, methods and strategies seeking to covertly advance a cause by permeating a civic space and acquiring institutional legitimacy under altered pretences; whereas the strategy of Islamist entryism relies, in particular, on the organised confusion between Islam as a religion, which falls under freedom of conscience, and political Islam as a societal project; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/24
Amendment 24
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital D a (new)
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| Da. whereas religious entryism is by no means limited to Islamism, as exemplified by the ultra-conservative Catholic organisation Ordo Iuris actively lobbying EU institutions and conducting actions against EU fundamental values; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/25
Amendment 25
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital I
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| I. whereas the search for institutional respectability constitutes a central lever for these networks; whereas an invitation to a European institution, participation in a consultation, a mention in a report, a partnership with an agency or access to an EU programme may constitute a form of political label; | I. whereas the search for institutional respectability constitutes a central lever for these networks; whereas this strategy heavily relies on a brazenly fabricated claim to represent, speak and advocate for the Muslim community as a whole within institutional set-ups, be it at local, national or EU level; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/26
Amendment 26
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital L
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| L. whereas the continued provision of EU funding to FEMYSO, despite its documented links to the Muslim Brotherhood and its participation in events hosted by European institutions, illustrates the particular urgency of addressing Islamist entryism; whereas this example highlights the need for full transparency regarding the final recipients of EU funding and for vigilance against the institutional legitimisation of structures linked to the Muslim Brotherhood; | L. whereas no EU funding has been allocated directly to FEMYSO since 2019 but it, as well as several national associations with demonstrated ideological continuity with the Muslim Brotherhood, were reportedly able to apply for and receive EU funding through calls for projects conducted by consortia of civil society organisations, which FEMYSO used to organise events across the EU as recently as June 2026; whereas the continued provision of EU funding to FEMYSO, despite its documented links to the Muslim Brotherhood and its participation in events hosted by European institutions, illustrates the particular urgency of addressing Islamist entryism; whereas this example highlights the need for full transparency regarding the final recipients of EU funding and for vigilance against the institutional legitimisation of structures linked to the Muslim Brotherhood; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/27
Amendment 27
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital L a (new)
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| La. whereas incidents around FEMYSO have recurred during the European Parliament’s European Youth Events (EYEs); whereas the recurring controversies surrounding FEMYSO’s participation highlight the institutional and reputational risks arising from its presence; whereas Parliament’s Bureau and its various working groups have held several exchanges of views over the past years on the organisation of the EYE, including on the establishment of a code of conduct and the selection criteria of civil society co-organisers; whereas the case of FEMYSO has been discussed on several occasions in that context; whereas FEMYSO was still able to hold its annual European Day of Action Against Islamophobia event on Parliament’s premises on 21 September 2026 as a Member outreach event hosted by Members of The Left/GUE; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/28
Amendment 28
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital S a (new)
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| Sa. whereas some third countries are leveraging religious actors, associations and segments of their diaspora to interfere with domestic political debates within the EU; whereas Türkiye has provided extensive support to the Muslim Brotherhood, ranging from hosting exiled members of the organisation to the creation of media networks close to the movement; whereas, to this day, Türkiye continues to host the annual conference of the Council of European Muslims, an organisation affiliated to the Muslim Brotherhood; whereas the Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) maintains structural links with the Turkish-Islamic Union for Religious Affairs in Germany; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/29
Amendment 29
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital J a (new)
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| Ja. whereas the Commission issued a communication on a European Democracy Shield which is intended to prevent and protect the EU against interference; whereas extremist groups are increasingly using online platforms and social media to reach and influence young people, encouraging them to engage with or join such organisations; whereas this phenomenon may be further reinforced through the spread of extremist narratives and recruitment efforts in educational environments; |
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2.10.2026 B100424/30
Amendment 30
Nathalie Loiseau
on behalf of the Renew Group
Motion for a resolution B100424/2026
PPE
The need for an EU strategy to counter Islamist entryism and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood network
Motion for a resolution
Recital T
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| T. whereas these networks may use the opportunities for movement, residence, academic, associative, religious or cultural mobility within the European area to structure their relays, organise events, disseminate their narratives, strengthen their partnerships and circumvent national surveillance, restriction or prohibition measures; whereas a European response must therefore integrate the instruments falling within the area of freedom, security and justice, notably in relation to visas, residence permits, alerts, external border checks and Schengen cooperation; | deleted |
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