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Ahmad Shah Mohibi (known as "The Warborn", born in Afghanistan in 1989, Dari: احمد شاه محبی) is the founder and managing director of Rise to Peace and Kokcha International, organizations that provide counterterrorism, international consulting, and peacebuilding services. He is also the host of the Warguy Show podcast. Previously, Mohibi served as a counterterrorism advisor with the U.S. government, offering strategic expertise on extremist groups such as the Taliban, ISIS, and al-Qaeda.
Early Life and Work
[edit]Ahmad Shah Mohibi was born during the Soviet-Afghan War and raised through the Afghan civil war. At the age of 16, he began working with the U.S. government in Afghanistan, assisting in counterterrorism and military operations. His work included providing cultural and linguistic expertise and supporting efforts in counterinsurgency during a volatile period in Afghanistan's history.
Career
[edit]Rise to Peace
[edit]In 2016, Mohibi founded Rise to Peace, a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC, focused on preventing violent extremism through educational initiatives and community engagement. The organization has developed a global terrorism database and regularly hosts international conferences, bringing together experts to discuss strategies for combating extremism.
Through his leadership, Rise to Peace has worked on several initiatives aimed at addressing the root causes of terrorism, engaging with at-risk youth, and fostering dialogue between different communities. The organization also conducts research on global terrorism trends and provides analysis on conflicts affecting peace and security.
Work with the U.S. Government
Mohibi has served as an advisor and analyst for the U.S. government, specializing in counterterrorism, digital extremism, and policy analysis. His work has involved supporting foreign policy objectives, conducting research on extremist groups, and developing strategic insights on counterterrorism trends.
Ahmad Shah Mohibi has authored and contributed to numerous publications focused on security, peacebuilding, and counterterrorism. Some of his notable works include:
Personal Life
[edit]Ahmad Shah Mohibi resides in Washington, DC, where he continues his work in counterterrorism and peacebuilding. He is fluent in Dari, Pashto, Persian Farsi, Tajiki, and elementary Arabic.
References
[edit]- Mohibi, Ahmad Shah (2020). Special Report: The Rise of the Islamic State in Afghanistan. Rise to Peace. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- Mohibi, Ahmad Shah (2019). "Hopes for Cease-fire After the Doha Intra-Afghan Dialogue." Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- Mohibi, Ahmad Shah (2018). "The Afghan Peace Talks: Feasible, or Futile?" Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- CBS News (2021). "Afghan Native on Helping Family Escape". Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- CNN (2021). "Ahmad Shah Mohibi, Former US Counterterrorism Adviser in Afghanistan". Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- Al Jazeera (2021). "Taliban Taking Afghanistan Was Easy, But Maintaining Power is Hard". Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- CNN Staff (August 26, 2021). "Afghanistan News: Taliban Refugees." CNN. Retrieved September 5, 2024.
- Mohibi, Ahmad Shah (2021). "From Territorial Defeat to Global ISIS: Lessons Learned." IOS Press. Retrieved September 5, 2024.