Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTF)

Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs) are individuals who travel outside their home country to join groups engaged in violent extremism or terrorism. They often seek to support or participate in activities like armed combat, recruitment, or propaganda. FTFs may do this for ideological, political, or religious reasons, and their presence complicates international security efforts by exporting violence and undermining stability in multiple regions. Governments worldwide monitor and counter FTF movements to prevent attacks and disrupt terrorist networks, emphasizing the importance of coordinated international responses to this global issue.