Richard Barrett (counter-terrorism expert)

Richard Barrett is a British expert in counter-terrorism and international security. He has held several prominent positions in both governmental and international organizations focusing on counter-terrorism efforts.

Barrett served as the Coordinator of the Al-Qaeda and Taliban Monitoring Team for the United Nations Security Council from 2004 to 2013. In this role, he was responsible for monitoring the activities of al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and associated individuals and entities. His work involved gathering information, analyzing trends, and providing recommendations to the Security Council on how to counter the threats posed by these groups.

Following his tenure at the United Nations, Barrett worked as a consultant on counter-terrorism and security issues. He has also been a senior fellow at The Soufan Group, a global intelligence and security consultancy. He provides analysis and advice on a range of counter-terrorism topics, including the evolving nature of terrorist threats, the challenges of foreign fighters, and the role of technology in terrorism.

Barrett has authored and co-authored numerous reports and articles on terrorism and counter-terrorism. His expertise is frequently sought by media outlets and governments seeking insights into the complex challenges of combating terrorism. He is considered a leading voice in the field of counter-terrorism.