islamist terrorism

Hamas Raises a Generation of Suicide Bombers

January 22nd, 2013

Hamas motto: "We believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way with bombs strapped to their little bodies. Allah Akbar."

Meanwhile, respected politicians, journalists and protest marchers condemn Israel for not negotiating peace with Hamas.More >>

Obama Administration Changed CIA Talking Points on Benghazi?

November 19th, 2012

It seems the White House changed the CIA's talking points. But the main problem comes from what came after -- a top Obama official lying to the American people.

The American intelligence community knew within 24 hours that the attack on the Benghazi mission was by terrorists.

It was merely the latest Islamist terrorist attack by Islamist terrorists to commemorate the most infamous Islamist terror attacks ever carried out by Islamist terrorists in the United States. That's the first narrative -- the one the White House apparently didn't want you to know.

Yet United States Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice went on multiple talk shows and told the American people a very different story, that the attack was a spontaneous eruption of violence by protesters in the new democratic Libya, against a YouTube video that none of the attackers had ever seen (because all protesters anywhere in the world carry automatic weapons and mortars, don't you know).

Which narrative has more credibility?

As for why no one can figure out who made changes to the memo, I'm just wondering whether the CIA and White House use MS Word or any kind...More >>

Combat Jihad By Destroying Its Conceptual Roots

October 8th, 2011

Osama Bin Laden’s lethal legacy continues into the second decade of the 9/11 attacks. Like a hydra, terrorist cells sprout in various corners of the world, promoting their hate-filled agenda and its deadly consequences for unsuspecting victims. The strategies of the terrorists have changed considerably, but their goal remains the same---to replace pluralism, democracy, and peaceful coexistence -- with intolerance, demagoguery and violence.

Muslim citizens of the West face unique challenges to overcome these invidious trends among a sizable minority of their coreligionists. While the West has formulated policies to fight the ever-present terrorist menace, the Muslim world has yet to produce a unified, thoughtful and sincere response to the threat. The result is an ever-growing cadre of young recruits to the cause of global jihad and its lethal corollary, terror.

One would have hoped for a clear repudiation of militant jihad from moderate Muslims. Sadly though, Muslim reaction to 9/11 and ensuing terrorist activity has been one of confusion, indifference and in some cases acquiescence, and even collusion. The underlying reasons for this apathy and inconsideration are manifold. One can only mention a few salient trends among the hostile legions of Islamist apologists of jihadism and terrorism.

For one,...More >>

The Next Generation Of Suicide Bombers

February 28th, 2011

Eccentric fun and games or ritualistic child abuse? You decide.

H/T Terry Glavin for The Shaheed Game More >>

Targeting Islamic Extremism

February 4th, 2011

The MI6 warns Britain this week that home-grown Islamist suicide bombers will plague the country for at least a generation. How did we get to this point? Well, the security "improvements" Western governments have taken in the last decade or so following the 9/11 attacks haven't helped much.

If someone were to reverse-engineer these changes and imagine how they came about, it might go something like this:

The state's security apparatus wonks call a representative from the Confucian Historical Society into the room. "Terrorists are threatening our fundamental freedoms," the government man says. "They're targeting our airliners, subway networks... We have to do something about it. So from now on, we're going to look a lot harder at what you guys are up to. Tighter security at our airports. Background checks. Behavioral profiling to determine who the real threats are..."

"Just a second," the Confucian interrupts. "We aren't the ones blowing up planes and buses. Pretty much the only ones doing that are radicalized Muslims. Why are you focusing on us?"

The second government man in the room starts nodding. "Actually, I guess he's right. That's funny. Who's idea was it to bring these guys...More >>

Europe A No-Go Zone Due To Jihadist Terror

October 3rd, 2010

eurabia usa europe travel alert terrorism politics islam dar al harb The USA issues a terrorism travel alert for Europe, making the continent's status as Dar al-Harb, or "House of War", official. The advisory is copied below:

The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to the potential for terrorist attacks in Europe. Current information suggests that al-Qa’ida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks. European governments have taken action to guard against a terrorist attack and some have spoken publicly about the heightened threat conditions.

Terrorists may elect to use a variety of means and weapons and target both official and private interests. U.S. citizens are reminded of the potential for terrorists to attack public transportation systems and other tourist infrastructure. Terrorists have targeted and attacked subway and rail systems, as well as aviation and maritime services. U.S. citizens should take every precaution to be aware of their surroundings and to adopt appropriate safety measures to protect themselves when traveling.

We continue to work closely with our European allies on the threat from international terrorism, including al-Qa’ida. Information is routinely shared between the U.S. and...More >>