MIVD jaarverslag 2019

The MIVD conducts research into phenomena of right-wing extremism and its influence on Defense. Right-wing extremism in the defense organization can undermine the internal security of the armed forces. This concerns, for example, internal unrest as a result of discrimination against the military, which puts both the hierarchical structure within a unit and mutual cooperation under pressure. It is therefore important individuals or groups within the defense organization, who espouse extremist ideology or (active) support to extremist parties and organizations, to be recognized in time.
In 2019 the MIVD has investigated two cases of possible right-wing extremism. This did not reveal any threat against the armed forces. The MIVD has in 2019 no indications have been received that a polarizing discourse on Islam is being conducted within Defense. For this is no evidence in Defense. Investigation of the MIVD has in 2019 Nor did it provide any indications that right-wing extremist networks exist within the armed forces.