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The Modern Insurgent is your impartial, independent, and academic guide in deconstructing the world's conflicts and insurgencies through our unique documentaries, podcasts, reports, and scholarly articles.

No narratives, no biases. We are completely independent.

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OUR RECENT WORK

Patriotic Europeans Against the Islamisation of the West

The Birth of Clann Éireann: A Neo-Fascist Movement in Ireland

Ethan Rooney delves into the rise of Clann Éireann, a neo-fascist movement in Ireland led by far-right figure Justin Barrett.

From Secret Societies to #miltok: the Far-right as an Aesthetic Trend

Eleanor Newis explores the evolving aesthetics of the far-right, tracing its journey from the Ku Klux Klan to modern trends seen in #miltok.

Far-right Confusion over Israel’s Actions in Gaza

Eleanor Newis deconstructs the far-right's split response to Israel's actions in Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attack.

Rowan Glass examines Senegal’s political crisis in 2024, focusing on the popular mobilization that helped safeguard democracy.

Colombia’s “Total Peace” Threatened in Buenaventura

Rowan Glass explores the challenges facing Colombia's 'Total Peace' plan, focusing on the recent collapse of negotiations in Buenaventura.

The Fall of Ridouan Taghi: The ‘Mocro Mafia’, The European Super-Cartel & The Iranian Hit Squad

Charlie McCombie delves into the downfall of Ridouan Taghi, once Europe's most powerful organised crime boss.

Haiti: Simply Gang Violence or an Organised Insurgency?

Ethan Rooney examines whether the rampant violence in Haiti is gang-related or indicative of an organised insurgency.

Memetic Warfare: A Study of Psychological Tactics in the Digital Age

Elvis T. Mantello looks into the field of memetic warfare, highlighting its role as a modern form of psychological warfare.

Spain's Road to Reconciliation: Navigating Post-ETA Challenges

Ethan Rooney explores the intricate journey Spain has embarked upon towards reconciliation following the ETA's disarmament.

Negotiating with the 'Enemy': How Constructive Dialogue Procures Peace

Elvis Mantello explores the role of dialogue in resolving conflicts with armed non-state actors.

Beyond Gaza: Hezbollah's Rising Influence & the Future of Israeli Security

Ethan Rooney examines the escalating tensions in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict against the backdrop of recent events in Gaza.

Far-Right Infighting: Cozy.tv & the America First Foundation

Eleanor Newis explores the controversies surrounding the far-right movement led by Nick Fuentes, including Cozy.tv and the America First Foundation.

Our reporter Rowan Glass attended the Taragalte Festival, one of the world's largest annual desert blues festivals, deep in the Moroccan Sahara. Desert blues, or tishoumaren, is a musical fusion genre born of decades of Tuareg insurgency and pioneered by the Tuareg, a nomadic people of the Sahara. With its insurgent roots, desert blues expresses the complex interplay between local history, cultural resistance, and musical creation.

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DATABASE

Explore the world's largest database of scholarly essays on every insurgency in the world. Alternatively, browse through our interactive Atlas of Insurgency.

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DOCUMENTARIES

To provide more depth into insurgencies, our journalists and reporters interview actual fighters and insurgents. And sometimes, we're on the ground filming at the heart of conflicts worldwide.

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NEWS & ANALYSIS

Our N&A articles study current geopolitical events with an insurgency-centric perspective. We explore how modern policies, political events, and other trends influence specific insurgencies.

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STRATEGIES

This section of our database explores and dissects the tactics and strategies employed by insurgent groups worldwide.

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Our podcast, Insurgency Unmasked, is the ultimate starting point for any conflict journalist or researcher. Every season breaks down a country's political history with renowned experts and scholars.