- A new, youth-driven form of "nihilistic" violent extremism is rising in Europe — online communities glorify violence for status rather than ideology and have led to real-world stabbings and attacks.
- Jihadist groups still account for many incidents — 24 of 45 reported attacks last year and more than 70% of arrests; overall about 486 suspects were detained across EU countries, with roughly one-third under 18.
- Authorities warn encrypted platforms, AI tools, deepfakes and bots are amplifying recruitment and making prevention harder, raising tensions between effective policing and privacy rights.
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