Problems of Determining the Signs of Extremist Crimes and Crimes with Signs of Extremist Activity

The purpose of the study is to update the problem of the participation of mercenaries in extremist activities, the main importance in the resolution of which is given to criminal law counteraction. The theoretical significance of the study of this topic is determined by the ability to develop scientific concepts, approaches and methodologies for analyzing and combating the consolidation of the presented socially dangerous phenomena, which also contributes to deepening knowledge about the mechanisms of their functioning. The conclusions and recommendations obtained as a result of the study will form the conceptual foundations of state policy in the field of countering extremism and terrorism, while taking into account the specifics of the use of “illegal recruitment” in the specified criminal activity. Among other things, factors have been identified that can become prerequisites for improving countering mercenarism, modernizing the prevention of such phenomena, as well as promoting intercultural dialogue and tolerance in society.