Masculinist ideologies, including incel culture, fuel violent acts across Europe, posing a growing security threat.
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A young man in France was arrested in July 2025 on charges of conspiracy to commit terrorism after being found with knives near his high school, with his adherence to incel theories and masculinist content confirmed. Experts note that incels, or involuntary celibates, are strongly misogynistic and idealize violence, though they are part of a larger movement encompassing groups like MGTOW. French researchers highlight that while incels are visible, masculinist radicalism has broader components. Authorities are increasingly recognizing this male radicalization, as seen in incidents like a TikTok threat in 2025 and a planned shooting in 2024. Experts define masculinist terrorism as an ideological perspective promoting violence to maintain male dominance. Globally, similar incidents have occurred, such as those involving Marc Lépine and Elliot Rodger. While European institutions have noted the rise of anti-feminism, the phenomenon is not exclusively categorized under right-wing extremism. In Spain and Italy, police reports and academic research indicate growing concern over the normalization of misogyny, with some individuals linking their violent acts to these ideologies.
