Strangely, the following report expresses some astonishment at the “unexpected” Mumbai attack, though there is certainly nothing surprising about it. Expect more to come. It also stresses that the Mumbai group is akin to al-Qaeda, without pointing out that both groups — as well as countless other jihadi organizations and individuals — are akin to […]
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Mumbai mujahid: “I am going away for the jihad”
According to a hadith narrated by Abu Hurreira, Muhammad said: “In order that the people have a livelihood, it is best that they have a man who holds on the reins of his horse, battling in the way of Allah [waging jihad]. He flies on [his horse’s back] every time he hears the call or […]
Taliban execute two men accused of spying for U.S.
“One had his throat slit. The other had multiple bullet wounds.” Earlier, the Taliban also slit the throat of a woman accused of U.S. spying. “Pakistan militants kill 2 alleged US spies: Police,” from the Times of India, December 13: MIRAN SHAH: Police say Taliban militants killed two Afghan men they accused of spying on […]
U.K.’s Gordon Brown: “There is a chain of terror that comes from the Pakistani and Afghan mountains right to across Europe and can end up very easily on the streets of Britain”
Yes, there certainly is. “Gordon Brown warns of ‘chain of terror’ as he pays tribute to dead Marines,” by Julie Henry for the Telegraph, December 13: In a surprise visit to the main UK military base in southern Afghanistan, Mr Brown paid tribute to four Royal Marines killed on Friday and told troops that Britain […]
Australia: Muslim group plans $10M enclave; religious advisor praises apartheid
“In South Africa, because of apartheid, all different communities were set up and it worked well.” Not unlike the ways in which the dhimma laws “work well” for keeping the infidels in their supposed place. “Muslims plan $10m enclave,” by Kim MacDonald for The West, December 13 (thanks to all who sent this in): The […]
Belgium: Five accused jihadists and obvious jihad propagandist charged
An update on this story. Regarding the article’s title below, it seems quite safe to remove Malika El-Aroud from category of “alleged extremist” at this point. She’s made her feelings pretty clear. “6 alleged Islamic extremists charged in Belgium,” by Raf Casert for the Associated Press, December 12: BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) “” Authorities on Friday […]
Busta Rhymes apologizes for, pulls song alleged to contain Qur’anic verses
An update on this story. The unresolved question: Would, er, Mr. Rhymes apologize so readily for appropriating symbols of any other religion or culture, or offending sensibilities? “US rap artist apologises to Arabs over song,” by Tom Spender for The National, December 10 (thanks to L.E.): DUBAI // The American rap star Busta Rhymes has […]
Iran calls for the overthrow of Egyptian, Saudi regimes
Seeking “Change” Mubarak especially is often referred to as “Pharaoh” — from an Islamic perspective, an extremely demeaning epithet, since Pharaoh in the Koran is the ultimate representative of infidelity, idolatry, and tyranny. “Calls in Iran to Topple Egyptian, Saudi Regimes,” by Y. Mansharof for MEMRI, December 12: Iran’s attacks and accusations against Egypt and […]
Dancing girls of Lahore on strike against Talibanization
“The tide of Talibanisation…is threatening to destroy an art form that has flourished since the Mughal empire.” Why? It’s too seductive. Sharia Alert from Pakistan: “Dancing girls of Lahore strike over ‘Taliban’ law,” by Patrick Cockburn and Issam Ahmed in The Independent, December 12 (thanks to Block Ness): The dancing girls of Lahore, the cultural […]
Aqsa Parvez, gravesite #774
Dishonored in Life, Dishonored in Death Update: Above, via Pamela, is a photo of honor killing victim Aqsa Parvez’s numbered gravesite in Meadowvale Cemetery in Brampton, Ontario. Pamela and I have been in touch with the cemetery twice now, but they have not yet gotten back to us with information they promised to send about […]