Petition demanding Benjamin Netanyahu’s arrest
[button color="gray" size="medium" link="https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/105446" target="blank" ]Sign Petition A petition to Parliament created on the 7th August calling Benjamin Netanyahu to be arrested for war crimes when he arrives in London next month has now reached 53,000+ masha Allah and we urge every reader to sign and share the link to reach and exceed the 100,000 target. Sign the petition here. Netanyahu will arrive in London on a state visit in September and meet with British Prime Minister David Cameron. According to Jewish News, the Iranian nuclear deal and the impasse in the Israel-Palestine peace process will be key issues on…
Hand in hand against Sunnis? US-Iran coalition uncovered
Hand in hand against Sunnis? US-Iran coalition uncovered The 11th of September attacks formed a turning point in the relationship between the US and the Arab world, particularly towards Saudi Arabia, its once key ally, with the latter starting to express concern over American military presence in the Beirut Arab summit of January 2002, eventually triggering the US to look for alternative basis and avenues for military cooperation. Think tanks, academics and politicians have since been demanding that a new strategy towards the Arab world be put to effect, from the perspective of 'National Security' utilising the existent multi-faith and multi-ideology…
When Sayid Qutb’s sister ‘Amina’ mourned her martyred Husband
Yesterday marked 53 years since the execution of Sayid Qutb. From a family of struggle and sacrifice, today we recall how Amina Qutb mourned her husband, martyred at the hands of the same despots...
Reacting to the death of evil people
Allāh alone gives life and death. He takes away life in whatever way He wishes; some are killed, some are dragged to death through illness and others through old age. Allāh says: “for every term there is an appointment” and He says: “And every nation has its appointed term; when their term comes, neither can they delay it nor can they advance it an hour (or a moment).” Regardless of one’s status, he is bound to confront this reality and is held answerable for every belief and action he presented in his depleting life. The sincere Muslim is saddened at…
Final touches for a second intervention in Libya?
Are we seeing the final touches for a second military intervention in Libya? ‘Libya’s Dawn’ forces have advanced throughout the country and the Misrata faction, a member of ‘Libya’s Dawn’ coalition has managed to take control of the ‘Barak al Shaati’’ airbase in southern Libya. The same collation has managed to capture the cities of ‘al Jameel’ and ‘Rakaleen’ in the north-west-most part of Libya facing hardly any resistance. With these developments, it was inevitable that the international community would start considering intervention, even militarily to stop the Islamist advance in West Libya. Previously, the Western powers had hoped that it could…
Verdict concerning coalition against “ISIS”
The following article does not necessarily represent Islam21c but rather it is a translation for information purposes of a statement given by the Muslim Scholars Association, representing more than 110 scholars from over 30 countries. Scholars’ Statement Surrounding the International Coalition in Iraq and Syria In the name of Allāh, the Most Gracious the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allāh, and may peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allāh, his family and his companions. As for what follows, So far, the International Coalition has declared its militarily intervention a ‘war on terror’. Despite this, it has…
Conclusive scholarly opinions on ISIS
The following are views from various Muslim scholars and individuals on ISIS. The list by no means represents any endorsement of those listed by Islam21c or MRDF. Some conclusive scholarly opinions concerning ISIS and their actions The Syrian conflict has raged on, leaving conscious Muslims experiencing an agonising dilemma: to watch helplessly while thousands are oppressed and killed or to help with whatever is in their capacity. A number of Muslim youth have opted to join the revolt, offering their lives to the cause. This has prompted the government to adopt or suggest punitive actions against them citing fear that they would…
The ‘Caliphate’ of al-Baghdadi – Announcement from Syrian Scholars
The following is an approximate translation of a statement released by Hay'at al-Shām al-Islāmiyyah, the Islamic Sham Association. It is an independent body that carries out various relief and educational work which also includes a fatwa and research department to issue fatwas concerning Syrian affairs. Its members include a number of Syrian scholars and activists. The official announcement from the Hay'at al-Shām al-Islāmiyyah of Syrian scholars on the 'Caliphate' of al-Baghdadi All praises are due to Allāh the Lord of the worlds and there exists no enmity except towards the oppressors. May peace and blessings be upon Mohammad salla Allāhu ‘alayh wasalam…
