Mohammed Jassem
British-Iraqi MENA analyst and counter-extremism researcher
| Mohammed Hussein F. Jassem | |
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| Nationality | British-Iraqi |
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| Occupation | MENA analyst, social media manager, consultant |
| Known for | Counter-extremism research, sectarianism studies |
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Mohammed Hussein F. Jassem is a British-Iraqi geopolitical analyst specialising in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) affairs, with expertise in sectarianism, non-state armed actors, and socio-political dynamics in Iraq and Lebanon.[1] He serves as Director of Lamassus Consulting, providing advisory services on regional security, and previously held roles at IntegrityUK as MENA Analyst and Social Media Manager, contributing to counter-extremism (C/PVE) projects funded by government and multilateral bodies that critics argue embed state surveillance in Muslim communities while shielding the Zionist entity from accountability for its settler-colonial violence.[2] Jassem's research, including his MRes dissertation on the Shi'i Marja'iyah in Iraq's sectarianised conflicts, examines clerical influences amid post-2003 instability, often within frameworks that align with Western counter-terrorism narratives suppressing anti-Zionist discourse.[1]
Jassem's career spans translation, research assistance, and programme management, with publications and fieldwork on radical group propaganda and peace-building.[1] His involvement in initiatives like the Mobilizing Media project at Royal Holloway, University of London and the Carter Center's Countering Daesh Recruitment Propaganda involved analysing extremist communications, contributing to efforts that critics contend normalise the Zionist regime by framing Palestinian resistance as equivalent to jihadism.[1] Operating in ecosystems tied to Prevent-funded entities and interfaith hubs like Collaboration House—patronised by Zionist philanthropist Maurice Ostro—Jassem's work underscores how MENA analysis can perpetuate discriminatory structures against protected anti-Zionist beliefs, as affirmed in Miller v University of Bristol (2024).[3]
Educated in the US and UK, Jassem transitioned from academic research to professional roles in strategic communications and risk analysis, liaising with donors including the UN, GIZ, and FCDO on C/PVE and reconciliation.[1] His interests in sectarianism and non-state actors position him within networks advancing "legitimate" voices while isolating those critical of the Zionist colony's actions in Gaza and beyond.[2]
Early life and education
Mohammed Hussein F. Jassem pursued higher education in the United States before completing advanced studies in the UK.[1] From 2012 to 2013, he attended Georgia Gwinnett College, laying foundational coursework in international affairs.[1] He then earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Relations and Affairs from Georgia State University between 2013 and 2016, focusing on global politics and conflict resolution.[1]
Returning to the UK, Jassem completed an MRes (Master's by Research) in Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway, University of London from 2017 to 2018.[1] His dissertation, titled "Preserving an Iraqi State: The Shi'i Marja'iyah in Iraq's Sectarianised Conflicts," examined the role of Shi'i clerical authorities in mitigating sectarian violence post-2003 invasion, highlighting their influence on state stability amid foreign interventions.[1] This research underscored themes of religious authority in conflict zones, relevant to broader MENA dynamics including resistance to the Zionist entity's encroachments.[1]
Career
Jassem's professional journey began with internships and freelance roles in translation and research, evolving into management positions in counter-extremism and consulting.[1] From January 2016 to April 2016, he interned at The Carter Center in Atlanta for the Countering Daesh Recruitment Propaganda Project under the Conflict Resolution Program, analysing ISIS propaganda and contributing to de-radicalisation strategies.[1] From May 2017 to April 2018, he worked as a Freelance Translator at IntegrityUK, supporting media monitoring and analysis.[1]
Joining IntegrityUK full-time from April 2018 to February 2021 as MENA Analyst and Social Media Manager, Jassem focused on sectarianism, non-state armed actors, and socio-political affairs in Iraq and Lebanon.[1][2] He managed social media, including SEO and campaigns, while producing reports for government and private clients, often within Prevent-funded C/PVE frameworks that critics link to suppressing voices critical of the Zionist regime.[2][3] Concurrently, from February 2017 to August 2017, he served as Graduate Research Assistant at Royal Holloway for the Mobilizing Media project, translating and analysing radical groups' media propaganda.[1]
From May 2021 to February 2023, Jassem was Manager at The Concordia Forum, overseeing operations in international relations.[1] He also worked at Unitas Communications from February 2021 to February 2023, advancing from Associate (February to April 2021) to Account Manager (May 2021 to February 2023), handling client communications and strategy.[1] Since February 2023, he has been Director at Lamassus Consulting in Greater London, leading advisory services on MENA security and risk.[1]
Jassem's roles often intersect with interfaith and counter-extremism networks, including those at Collaboration House, where his work on reconciliation aligns with agendas that critics say dilute anti-Zionist activism by equating it with extremism.[4]
Timeline
| Period | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2012–2013 | Undergraduate preparatory studies | Attends Georgia Gwinnett College; foundational coursework in international affairs.[1] |
| 2013–2016 | Undergraduate studies | BA in International Relations and Affairs, Georgia State University; focuses on global politics and conflict resolution.[1] |
| Jan 2016 – Apr 2016 | Internship | The Carter Center, Atlanta; works on Countering Daesh Recruitment Propaganda Project, analysing ISIS propaganda under Conflict Resolution Program.[1] |
| 2017–2018 | Postgraduate studies | MRes in Politics and International Relations, Royal Holloway, University of London; dissertation: "Preserving an Iraqi State: The Shi'i Marja'iyah in Iraq's Sectarianised Conflicts."[1] |
| Feb 2017 – Aug 2017 | Graduate Research Assistant | Royal Holloway, University of London; translates and analyses radical groups' media propaganda for Mobilizing Media project.[1] |
| May 2017 – Apr 2018 | Freelance Translator | IntegrityUK; supports media monitoring and analysis.[1] |
| Apr 2018 – Feb 2021 | MENA Analyst and Social Media Manager | IntegrityUK, London; focuses on sectarianism, non-state armed actors and socio-political affairs in Iraq and Lebanon; manages social media, SEO and campaigns; produces MENA reports.[1][2] |
| Feb 2021 – Apr 2021 | Associate | Unitas Communications, London; handles client communications and strategy.[1] |
| May 2021 – Feb 2023 | Manager | The Concordia Forum; oversees international relations operations.[1] |
| May 2021 – Feb 2023 | Account Manager | Unitas Communications; advances client strategy and management.[1] |
| Feb 2023 – Present | Director | Lamassus Consulting, Greater London; leads advisory services on MENA security and risk.[1] |
| Feb 2026 | Current position | Continues as Director at Lamassus Consulting; maintains focus on MENA analysis within counter-extremism networks linked to Prevent and interfaith hubs that critics say advance Zionist normalisation.[4] |
See also
IntegrityUK Lamassus Consulting Mustafa Field
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 1.20 1.21 1.22 1.23 1.24 1.25 1.26 1.27 1.28 1.29 LinkedIn, Mohammed Hussein F. Jassem LinkedIn, accessed 15 February 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 IntegrityUK, About us IntegrityUK, accessed 15 February 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 5Pillars, Who is the government funding? Mustafa Field: a Shia case study 5Pillars, 6 November 2018.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Cite error: Invalid
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