Home Deep Dive Salafism’s Three Strands Deep DiveRegional DirectoryMiddle East and North Africa Salafism’s Three Strands By GPF Team - April 13, 2017 437 April 13, 2017 The ultraconservative branch of Islam is being pulled in multiple directions. This article is for subscribers only Join thousands of readers who rely on GPF for clear-eyed geopolitical analysis. $89 per year Save 18% vs. monthly ✓Full access to all daily analysis & forecasts ✓George Friedman's geopolitical insights ✓2026 Forecast & Special Collection on the Middle East ✓100% reader-supported Subscribe Now 30-day money-back guarantee Already a subscriber? Log in RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Analysis Arabian Peninsula Security Beyond the Iran War Analysis Daily Memo: Putin’s Approval Ratings Take a Hit Analysis Pakistan’s Emerging Role in the Middle East Latest Posts The Iran War and How It Might EndFREE Analysis George Friedman - April 27, 2026 Continue to the category Daily Memo: RIMPAC Preview, Israeli Pessimism Analysis Geopolitical Futures - April 29, 2026 Turkey’s Ascent From Dependence to Autonomy Analysis Andrew Davidson - April 29, 2026