Egypt adds 35 European Islamic organizations, including one from Macedonia, to its list of terrorist organizations

A decision by the Egyptian authorities has added 35 Islamic organizations, associations and institutions operating in Europe to the national list of terrorist organizations. Among them is an association from Macedonia, while 36 individuals have also been included on the same list.

The measure was approved by the Criminal Court in Cairo on November 10, 2026, and will remain in effect for five years. The decision was published in Egypt’s Official Gazette as part of case file number 11108 of 2026, which is being investigated by the Supreme State Security Prosecution.

The list also includes the Council of European Muslims and its branches. It likewise names Islamic associations operating in France, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland and other European countries.

One of the inclusions to attract attention is that of the organization from Macedonia called the “Islamic Youth Assembly.” So far, there has been no independent confirmation regarding its exact name in official registers, its headquarters or its current status in Macedonia.