Why the UAE fears the Muslim Brotherhood's UK influence
The Jerusalem Post••world
Key Points:
- The United Arab Emirates has cut funding for its citizens studying at UK universities due to concerns over potential radicalization linked to Islamist groups on campus, particularly the Muslim Brotherhood.
- The Muslim Brotherhood, banned as a terrorist organization in the UAE, is reportedly gaining influence in the UK, with student groups like The Federation of Student Islamic Societies (FOSIS) alleged to have ties to the movement.
- Research indicates that many senior Muslim Brotherhood members in the UK arrived as students, with prominent figures and academics linked to the group having studied or taught at British universities.
- Since October 7, several UK university societies have faced accusations of supporting Hamas or calling for violent resistance, leading to suspensions and controversies over invited speakers affiliated with proscribed groups.
