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The Western media demonstrates again its clear pro-Israeli stance in terminology used to describe individuals captured by either side.
Those captured by Israel are referred to as 'prisoners', implying a legal or justified basis for their capture.
This portrayal overlooks the fact that many of those detained by Israel are children, or individuals held without formal charges, or those accused of minor acts of resistance, such as stone-throwing. Alarmingly, numerous detainees are not even informed of the accusations against them, suggesting their capture might be more about using them as bargaining chips in negotiations rather than for any legal or security concerns.
In contrast, individuals captured by Palestinians are labeled as 'hostages', terms that carry a distinctly negative connotation.
This disparity in language not only reveals an inherent bias but also shapes public perception, suggesting Israel's actions are lawful or defensive, while actions by Palestinians are portrayed as unlawful or aggressive.
Such hypocrisy in reporting fails to provide a fair view and irresponsibly contributes to a skewed understanding of the issues at hand.
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“At the launch of the UK East Turkistan Society, we were reminded of the special bond shared by Palestinians and Uyghurs” writes Dr. Salman Butt, Head of Islamic Thought at Islam21c.
Following the organisation’s launch earlier this month, Dr. Butt emphasises the shared challenges of Uyghurs and Palestinians, underscoring a collective call for justice and unity against oppression, rooted in Islamic principles.
https://www.islam21c.com/campaigns/uyghurs-say-palestine-our-cause/
We ask the question: why has Israel been holding Palestinian women and teenagers hostage?
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Would you be a bystander if you witnessed someone else experiencing a problem, or would you take on the responsibility to intervene and act?
In his latest article, Shaykh Ali Hammuda considers the Qur’anic paradigm and a powerful Prophetic example of personal responsibility, empowering individuals to summon moral courage to act. Read on to discover how you can avoid 'the bystander effect.'
https://www.islam21c.com/islamic-thought/prophetic-call-to-individual-responsibility
“The ordinary institution beats the flamboyant individual.”
To combat the Gaza massacre we need to BUILD our Muslim institutions, says Sufyan Ismail, in this week’s episode of Empowered by Islam21c.
We discuss Islamophobia Awareness Month #IAM, what Suella Braverman’s sacking means for the political equation for Muslims in the UK, responding to the Labour Party’s shameful stance on Gaza, and more.
https://youtu.be/J4Bu4Rg16Rs
In light of the appalling responses from both the Conservatives and Labour when it comes to Israel's massacre of 11,000 Palestinians — the overwhelming majority women and children — and counting, Muhammad Jalal, host of The Thinking Muslim, discusses whether British Muslims require a new political party or need to vote tactically, and why we should consider a different approach altogether: independent Muslim MPs in all constituencies.
https://www.islam21c.com/politics/uk-muslims-need-alternative-to-labour-party/
'Jakob the Liar' is an extraordinary story that highlights optimism and the cultivation of strength in the face of oppression.
In this video, Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad calls upon the Muslim Ummah to respond to the pain of current events with patience, optimism, and belief in victory.
https://youtu.be/Bw7gvF27cGk
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Powerful display of unity and solidarity at yesterday’s Free Palestine march. Silence versus violence.
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The collective Western establishment might be ambivalent towards Palestine for an indefinite period, but this must not hinder Muslims from uniting to deliver a collective response.
In the second part of a series on Palestine, Abdul Hai, manager of the Islamic Literary Society, urges Muslims to hold politicians to account and to strive to transform mosques, think-tanks, and other institutions into leading centres for the development of Muslims within British society.
https://www.islam21c.com/opinion/conflicted-western-establishment-and-our-muslim-response/
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Medical aid has reached our survivors in Gaza.
Human Aid & Advocacy have funded the Emergency ward at Gaza since 2014, including the wages for doctors and nurses.
As the number of injured increases help provide much needed aid to our brothers and sisters in Gaza now.
https://humanaid.org/palestine?utm_source=Islam21&utm_medium=telegram&utm_campaign=Gaza&utm_id=Shifa
There is a seismic shift underway in the mainstream narrative that traditionally excused Israel's excesses and overlooked Palestinians.
In this week's episode of Islamic Thought by Islam21c, Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad addresses how communities, especially in the West and particularly in the US and UK, are driving this change and impacting the reality on the ground in Gaza.
https://youtu.be/fyI_xid9Ye8
With the attention of the Ummah focused on events in Palestine, we must remain aware of developments around the world affecting Muslims elsewhere.
China has been expanding its efforts to erase Islam, extending its policy of demolishing mosques to areas beyond East Turkestan.
The far-right anti-Muslim 'Party for Freedom' has been voted in as the largest party in the Dutch Parliament.
What does the victory of anti-Muslim parties in elections across the continent say about Europe?
“Everything is won or lost in Palestine.”
Ustadh Ahmed Hammuda draws astounding parallels of the five pillars of injustice in the epic battle between Musa (ʿalayhi al-Salām) and Fir’awn. The institutions that underpinned the reign of terror are the same then as they are now, ranging from military instruments to content creators and billionaires bankrolling oppression.
Most pertinent of all, the experience of previous generations of Believers can powerfully inform strategies we adopt today in re-establishing truth and justice.
https://www.islam21c.com/politics/palestine-global-battleground-for-truth-and-justice/
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Imams who are stepping forward and speaking truth to power are facing great struggle as they hold onto principled and clear positions. Even though Muslim communities in the West are often diverse in professional experience and talent in many fields, there is great room to ensure Imams are supported in their positions.
In this video, Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad advises Muslims in the West to ensure Imams and their families are morally supported as they provide leadership to Muslims and strive to serve the Ummah.
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It's Time for Muslims to Change Strategy on Gaza
Du'ā is indeed the weapon of the believer. The concern of whether we will witness victory in our lifetime or not is a misplaced one.
In this video, Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad calls on Muslims globally to consider the next phase of strategic action that changes the reality on the ground.
https://youtu.be/vDMRSP34AMc
Today we welcome the month of Jumāda Al-Awwal, 1445AH .
This is the month in which the historic Battle of Mu’tah occurred.
An army of three thousand Muslims sent by the Prophet ﷺ took to the field against a numerically superior Byzantine force, with one source suggesting it was 200,000 strong.
Three commanders from the Companions were appointed by the Blessed Prophet ﷺ to lead his army in succession. Each of them fell on the battlefield but ascended to Heaven as martyrs.
The army’s strategic withdrawal, led by Khalid ibn al-Walid - radiy Allahu anh - was mocked as a defeat by the enemies of the believers but praised by the Prophet ﷺ as a victory.
The Muslim Ummah recognises the spirit of optimistic victory and patience, even in the face of overwhelming odds. The help and victory of Allah is undoubtedly near to the Believers.
#Hijri
Muslims leaders met on the weekend for an Arab-Islamic summit hosted by Saudi Arabia.
The result was a call for an end to the war on Gaza.
Israel's leaders have continuously claimed to pursue peace while increasingly encroaching on Palestinian land.
Israel has then blamed Palestinians for not wanting peace, using failed negotiations as evidence to justify its claim of being in an impossible position.
Shaykh Haitham answers 'What does Israel want?'
https://youtu.be/kIK7labmhE0
In a stunning admission that shatters the credibility of their earlier reports, Israel has now revised the death toll figures from the October 7th attack.
The initial claim of 1,400 lives lost has been abruptly dropped to 1,200 – a significant discrepancy that exposes the unreliability of their own reporting.
This glaring inaccuracy is yet another example of Israel's notorious reputation in propagating misinformation.
Previous assertions that have also been discredited:
• Claims of rape
• Allegations of torture
• Beheadings of babies
How much more of what actually happened on that day has been deliberately exaggerated or even fabricated? The integrity of Israel's reporting is in tatters.
And if Israel can so blatantly mislead the world about such a major event, how can any of their claims be trusted?
How many more untruths are we being fed?
The distortion of facts to serve a narrative and agenda is a dangerous manipulation of public perception. The truth matters, and we must demand it.
Today, London takes a bold stand for Palestine.
The National March for Palestine begins today, 11th November, at around 12:00pm - Hyde Park, London.
Despite the odds stacked against us – divisive rhetoric from politicians, police asked to intervene, and distorted portrayals by the mainstream media – we're showing up in large numbers because justice should never be compromised by intimidation.
It's a time to be mindful - any misstep will be capitalised upon. We can avoid negative outcomes by standing firm, peaceful, and united.
Avoid certain groups that will be present to provoke a reaction. We won't hand them the ammunition that they seek.
Will you be there to make history?
Politicians and the right-wing have desperately tried to stop tomorrow’s ‘Million Man March’ at Hyde Park, 12:45PM.
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With the attacks on Gaza in recent weeks we have seen and received reports of our Uyghur brothers and sisters being put under immense pressure from western pro-Zionist NGOs and even government departments not to stand in solidarity with Palestinians.
This only renews our commitment to the Uyghur cause from a true justice perspective, and reminds us that it is our duty to situate the Uyghur (and any other) cause within an Islamic paradigm, not based on personal or partisan interests of others.
To this end, we are delighted to invite supporters of the Stand4Uyghurs campaign to the launch of the UK East Turkistan Society, on the 90th anniversary of the East Turkistan Islamic Republic (1933).
The UK East Turkistan Society is founded by members of the Uyghur community living in Britain, they will be hosting a special dinner and introducing their work!
Join us to:
🔸 Hear the empowering speeches of a range of Muslim scholars and figures.
🔸 Listen to the testimonies of Uyghur survivors who hold firm onto their faith and traditions
🔸 Learn what Muslims in the UK can do to support the liberation of East Turkistan.
Speakers include:
• Ebu Bekir Hoca (Imam of Aziziye mosque)
• Sh Dr Haitham Al Haddad
• Dr Asim Qureshi (CAGE)
• Hamza Tzortzis
• Ensari Yentürk (Diyanet Müşaviri)
• Ibrahim Türkmen (Milli görüş başkani)
• Keynote speech by Shaykh Abdulkerim Karahanli (Founder of the UK East Turkistan Society)
Save the details:
🗓 Sunday 12 November 2023
🕕 5PM
📍 Aziziye Mosque (117 Stoke Newington Rd, London N16 8BU)
🥘 3-course meal
FREE but registration is necessary
[LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE]
Kindly confirm your attendance by filling the form below:
https://forms.gle/pdXNrSGppSyKBKaw6
Is it halal or haram to join protests?
Shaykh Dr. Sajid Umar writes,
“I have been inundated with questions and arguments about the situation, from people for and against protests, and I believe it would be beneficial for all of us to understand the matter at hand, to foster understanding of the reasoning behind the views of scholars who are for it, and those who are against it.”
Find Shaykh Dr. Sajid’s jurisprudential perspective on the question at:
https://www.islam21c.com/islamic-law/islamic-view-peaceful-legal-protests-for-oppressed/