Gerakan Radikalisme Hizbut Tahrir di Tajikistan Pasca Perang Saudara (1995-2024)

Abstract

This study examines the development of the Hizb ut-Tahrir (HT)
movement in Tajikistan during the post-civil war period, from 1995 to
2024. HT is a transnational pan-Islamist organization that rejects the
modern nation-state system and advocates for the re- establishment of
an Islamic caliphate. After the end of the civil war, Tajikistan faced major
challenges, including weak state institutions, an identity crisis, and
public dissatisfaction with the prevailing political system. In this context,
HT emerged as an appealing ideological alternative for certain
segments of society, particularly among youth, migrant workers, and
marginalized communities. This research adopts a critical historical
approach to trace how HT expanded through non-violent preaching
(da'wah), established transnational networks, and utilized digital media.
Although HT does not engage in violence, its ideology is perceived as a
threat by the government due to its opposition to the state system. The
government has responded with repressive measures such as banning
the organization, arresting its members, and restricting religious
activities. Over the past two decades, HT's presence has experienced
fluctuations. Despite increasingly limited operational space, HT
continues to reflect the underlying tension between state control and
societal demand for political alternatives. This phenomenon highlights
the importance of providing greater space for expression in post-conflict
societies.