On the heels of revelations that the hardcore jihadist who headed up Pakistan’s nuclear program was happy to share his knowledge and resources, we learn that “Pakistan scientists have sold plans to make a nuclear bomb to Libya for ‘millions of pounds’, Saif al-Islam [Sword of Islam], son of Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Gadaffi has […]
Archives for January 2004
Malaysian state: Non-Muslim workers cannot wear “sexy” clothes
“Non-Muslim women in the private sector in Terengganu will not be allowed to wear short-sleeved blouses, tight-fitting jeans, long skirts with slits or mini skirts during working hours soon.” This from New Straits Times, with thanks to Nicolei and Diana Muir. “They should also not wear other figure-hugging or revealing dresses. ‘The Pas Government will […]
Kenya: Islamic schools under scrutiny
It is becoming ever clearer that many Islamic schools around the world have become breeding grounds for terrorists. Now Kenya is taking action: “The Government is investigating Islamic schools (madrassas) suspected of harbouring terrorists, Muslim leaders have claimed.” This from the East African Standard, with thanks to Nicolei. “The Ministry of Education has reportedly released […]
Saudis warned not to alter textbooks
I have long argued that radical Islam has a strong foundation in core Islamic sources. It is not the only version of Islam, but it is so firmly rooted within Islamic tradition that it will be much more difficult to root out than most people think. A new example of this comes from Saudi Arabia. […]
Al-Qaeda plots new air attacks
“An al-Qa’ida plot to hijack several passenger jets and simultaneously crash them into targets in Washington DC, New York and Los Angeles has been uncovered by security services, prompting warnings that air travellers face international flight cancellations for ‘several years’.” This from The Australian, with thanks to Nicolei. “The prime target for a second September […]
Terrorists use clean passports
More evidence for the need for careful checking by immigration officials: “Intelligence officials hunting Islamist terrorists suspected of planning attacks on British Airways flights believe they may be carrying legitimate United Kingdom, United States or other European passports in an effort to circumvent airport security.” This from the New Zealand Herald, with thanks to Nicolei. […]
Immigration inspectors under the gun at airports
I have spoken out for some time against the curious preference for convenience and comfort over national security when it comes to checking on new arrivals to the United States. And convenience has won out again: “U.S. immigration inspectors, who are the first line of defense against foreign terrorists entering the country, are being asked […]
Palestinian NGOs reject antiterrorism pledge
“Palestinian nongovernmental organizations are refusing to sign a US-sponsored commitment stating they will not transfer funds to individuals or groups that engage in terrorism.” This from the Jerusalem Post, with thanks to LGF. “The organizations said Saturday they are planning a popular campaign in the West Bank and Gaza Strip to express their opposition to […]
9-11-type al-Qaida plot prompted groundings
“The discovery of a Sept. 11-style al-Qaida plot to hijack several planes simultaneously and crash them into U.S. targets is behind the recent rash of airline groundings and increased security during the holidays, WorldNetDaily has learned from U.S. intelligence sources. “Other potential targets included the Valdez oil terminal in Alaska, closed last week as a […]
Dhimmitude and Dr. Dean
“Little by little, the Lord is seeping into Howard Dean’s presidential campaign.” So says the New York Times. But which Lord? “In South Carolina the other day,” the article says, “an invocation preceded the political speeches, and David Mack, a state legislator, closed the rally with ‘God bless you and keep you.’ In Iowa last […]