Here is a machine translation from this link from a Danish news site. Its not perfect but you get the gist. If any Danish speakers would like to paste a better translation in the comments it would be much appreciated.
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Category Archives: War on opposition to Islamic rule
Bottles of urine thrown at Terry Jones supporters in Dearborn yesterday.
Amongst other things. This picture from a link posted by someone who was at the protest. I have asked them to please write up a description of what it was like at the demo. More pictures of the Jones demo can be seen here.
More footage of Pastor jones opponents breaking the baricades and storming his supporters on April 29th
Please forgive the title of the video. I couldn’t resist.
More riots in Afghanistan, and how it all started.
With some help from KitmanTV, I put together these three clips that I hope elucidate what all this is about. A guy burned a book, Muslims killed a lot of people over it, this is what he said.
Religious groups protest secular laws in Tunisia
Story Published: Apr 1, 2011 at 1:00 PM PDT CATU.COM
Story Updated: Apr 1, 2011 at 1:00 PM PDT
Tunisian demonstrators pray near the Prime Minister’s office as they stage a protest calling for the resignation of Tunisia’s Prime Minister Mohamed Ghannouchi in Tunis, Friday, Feb. 25, 2011. (AP Photo/Salah Habibi)
TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) – Police fired tear gas Friday on stone-throwing youths in Tunisia’s capital after a demonstration by hundreds of Islamists protesting the country’s secular laws.
The violence at the end of a day of peaceful, small protests disrupted a period of relative calm in the North African country, where an uprising ousted the longtime president in January and prompted revolts around the Arab world.
It was unclear whether anyone was injured or arrested in the clash.
Protesters held two demonstrations in Tunis on Friday, one by a group demanding more economic freedoms and another by young Islamists shouting “God is great” and other religious slogans.
Their demonstration came as the Interior Ministry announced Friday that women are no longer required to take off headscarves for official state ID cards. The Islamist protesters want the government to remove restrictions on the headscarf in public buildings and other measures.
A strong secular flavor pervades this former French colony, partly because ousted President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and his predecessor, Habib Bourguiba, kept Islamists in check.
Even though 98 percent of the population are Muslims, only a minority of women wear Islamic headscarves, and Friday, the Muslim day of rest and special prayer, is part of the Tunisian work week.
Police showed up in force Friday to ring the historic Casbah to try to prevent violence at the planned protests. The Casbah saw tensions during protests earlier this year, in which scores of people were killed when police under Ben Ali’s hard-line regime fired on protesters.
Friday’s demonstrations were mostly peaceful, with a few hundred people, including Islamists in white prayer caps.
In the evening groups of youth marched near the Casbah and clashed with police, who responded with volleys of tear gas.
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Karin Laub in Tunis contributed to this report.
Q Time.
Last thursday (March 24th), there was a rather small meeting to officially launch The Q Society. This group is a very interesting one, and definitely to be watched, because they have been out there doing things rather than just talking, which a lot of us sometimes get accused of doing.
In this case, Q have gotten a petition up against the Marrickville council for their promotion of anti-semitism and sponsorship of the BDS campaign.
Now a lot of people don’t realise this, but in Australia, local councils seem to be more concerned with what’s happening overseas rather than doing stuff like, oh, collecting the rubbish, fixing the roads and school crossings. Municipal kind of stuff.
Not Marrickville. Hard Green/Left councillor Fiona Byrne wants to sanction Israel for their action in the Gaza region.
(I do rather suspect that this is yet more of the now commonplace new anti-semitism masquerading as righteous outrage, but what would I know?)
Q also petitioned the Port Phillip council about allowing a community house to expand its use by a muslim group for friday prayers. In an area that is predominantly non-muslim, this is a bizarre thing to do, but again, what would I know. We’re talking about the Port Phillip council, and they’ve always been a bit left and strange. (In my opinion, of course)
So thursday’s launch was not completely out of the blue.
As Vickie says, Q has hit the ground running, and already leaving a groundswell of opinion in their wake.
Having met Vickie personally on a number of occasions, I can attest to the fact that she comes across as a horribly scary extremist thoroughly nice person.
She’s also been getting out there, with the Australian Islamist Monitor interviewing her recently.
For a spokesperson, that’s excellent to see.
On thursday evening, Martin King from A Current Affair was also there for a short time to interview a few people (not me, luckily!), and tape some of the talks.
Of course, he didn’t get the talk he should have.
There are a lot of things going on here in Australia in the arena of creeping sharia – finance, education, food, amenities, and the ongoing issues with illegal immigrants. Not that we’re supposed to call them that. Asylum seekers is the politically correct term.
The Q Society are focusing particularly on halal food in Australia and the current push for islam to be a part of the schools’ curricula. Under the guise of “cultural” studies.
For a small but growing group they aim high.
When you consider that several speakers pulled out at the last minute because they were frightened of speaking out in public, there is a need for some sort of action.
These speakers were from Afghanistan, Sudan and Ethiopia, so you’d think they would feel safe to speak in our (supposedly) free society.
Obviously not.
The keynote speaker was Pastor Daniel Scot, of the infamous Catch the Fires case here in Melbournistan.
A highly educated and entertaining man, it’s no wonder he was charged with quoting the quran in a manner that made people laugh. He has an exquisitely honed sense of irony, and he uses it well.
Another speaker was a Pastor who fled Pakistan in fear as a christian, and now has a ministry here in Melbourne, preaching over the phone and via skype to groups in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Dubai and even London!
It took him over two years of effort with the Immigration dept to bring his wife and children to Australia and out from the oppression of Pakistan they suffered as christians.
There are a lot more stories like these, but unfortunately they never seem to see the light of day.
With the Q Society getting the information on what’s happening out, then with luck we’ll see more.
As the saying goes, sunlight disinfects, and the Q Society are doing an excellent job of disinfecting some of the misconceptions about sharia.
Various important STRATFOR SITREPS
Some of the massive output from STRATFOR.COM today so far. hey and its only 1:00
Egypt: Coptic Priest’s Death Sparks Protests
February 23, 2011
A Coptic priest was killed in his southern Egypt home, triggering demonstrations by Christians numbering in the thousands, AP reported Feb. 23. The priest was found in his home, and had been stabbed, according to a fellow clergyman, who added that neighbors had seen masked men leave the apartment shouting “Allahu akbar.” About 3,000 protesters clashed with Muslim shop owners the night of Feb. 22, smashing the windows of a police car in Assiut city.
Israel: Troops Fire On Militants Following Bomb Attack
February 23, 2011
Israeli tank fire wounded 11 people, including at least six militants, in the Gaza Strip Feb. 23 following an attack on an Israeli patrol, the military and Palestinian officials said, AP reported. The Israeli military said its tanks fired on militants after the militants detonated a bomb targeting the Israeli patrol near the border. Militants then fired mortars at the soldiers. Gaza health officials say two of the wounded militants were in serious condition. Islamic Jihad and Hamas militants said they fired mortars at the troops.
European Union: States, NATO Forces Set Up Blockades Against Libyan Refugees
February 23, 2011
The European Union states of the Mediterranean, including Spain, France and Italy, with the help of NATO forces, have set up sea and air blockades against the infiltration of Libyan refugees, Voice of Israel reported Feb. 23.
Libya: Al Qaeda Creates Islamist Emirate In Derna – Interior Ministry
February 23, 2011
According to the Libyan Foreign Ministry, al Qaeda has created an “Islamist Emirate” in Derna, Libya, Al Arabiya reported Feb. 23.
Somalia: Pirates Add Ammunition, Men To Secure Hijacked Vessels
February 23, 2011
Somali pirates are ferrying ammunition and men to 30 hijacked vessels still under their control and threatened to kill more hostages after four U.S. citizens were killed in a standoff on Feb. 22, AP reported Feb. 23, citing a statement by a pirate claiming to be named Adowe Osman Ali. Ali said that about 20 pirates used to guard every ship, but now numbers are ranging between 60 and 70 pirates. Pirates are more alert now than any time before, Ali said, adding that they have warned foreign ships not to get near to hijacked vessels
More on the attack on the teacher for teaching Muslims religion other than Islam
Massive riots, Churches burned to protest light blasphemy sentance in Java
All this of course in the best example of the moderate Muslim country of Indonesia. For more on this story please click here:
Indonesia, the one example of peaceful Islam.
From Asia News:
Java, 1500 Muslim extremists attack an Ahmadi family: three dead, cars and houses in flames
by Mathias Hariyadi
Moderate Muslims and members of civil society condemn sectarian violence. Controversy around President Yudhoyono and the executive, unable to ensure security and protection of minorities. Muslim scholar: strike those who “use violence and manipulate Islam for political ends.”
Jakarta (AsiaNews) – Members of civil society, religious leaders and personalities from the moderate Islamic world strongly condemn the attack that took place yesterday against the Ahmadi community in Indonesia, which has caused death and devastation. The controversy has also embroiled President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and the executive, unable to guarantee the safety of all citizens and freedom of worship in the country. The head of state warned that the violence against minorities “in the name of religion” must be stopped, despite his appeal, there is increasing lack of confidence in his abilities.
The latest in a long streak of blood against the Ahmadi community – a victim of violence in other Muslim-majority nations such as Pakistan – took place yesterday morning. A crowd of at least 1500 Muslim extremists attacked the house of a family in the village of Umbulan, in the Cikeusik sub-district, Pandeglang regency (Banten province on the island of Java), torturing the occupants. The toll of the assault is three dead, several injured people, two cars and a house burned.
The episode has raised controversy and fuelled the political confrontation that, in recent weeks, has involved the Indonesian president, unable to guarantee security and the right to religious freedom. Daniel Sparingga, a spokesman for Yudhoyono, revealed that an order has been issued by the President to the Chief of Police, calling for an end to violence. “Enough is enough – said the head of state – violence and attacks against any minority, made in the name of religion, must be stopped.”
However, members of civil society and moderate Muslim leaders – condemning the attack – have denounced the lack of interest shown to date by Yudhoyono, unable to curb sectarian violence. Ulul Huda, a Muslim scholar from Central Java, confirmed to AsiaNews, “the inertia of the government,” adding that “the Ahmadis in the past have contributed to the struggle for independence in Indonesia. Speaking of the attackers, the scholar labels them “extremists” who “use violence and manipulate Islam for political ends.”
The Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), the leading moderate Muslim organization in the country has also condemned the attack on the Ahmadiyya community, along with Setara and the Wahid Institute. Professor Azyumardi Azra, from the State Islamic University in South Jakarta , explains to AsiaNews that “violence in the name of religion against certain groups, including the Ahmadis or any other, can not and should not be tolerated.”
The Ahmadi sect is considered heretical because it does not recognize Muhammad as the last prophet. It is the victim of attacks in Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh and many other countries where Islam is the most prevalent religion. According to preliminary reports, the mob’s anger was unleashed by rumours of an alleged “invasion” of the village of Umbulan by dozens of Ahmadi. In fact, some non-native Ahmadis came to the village to solve a problem related to residence permits. A Filipino woman, the wife of an Ahmadi faithful has started procedures to regularize the situation with the immigration office.
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Do not go see the video unless it has been some time since you have eaten, and are not planning to go to sleep anytime soon. Continue Reading →
Cory Bernardi: Defending Freedom of Speech
This article was written by the Australian senator, Cory Bernardi on his own website linked here
Sergio Redegalli is an artist who has become an eloquent spokesman for freedom of speech. He has also become a friend – as much as you can be friends with someone you have never met.
Unfortunately, he has been subject to a most appalling campaign of hate and violence, legal threats and personal attacks that now has him living in fear for his life.
His crime? Mr Redegalli is the artist responsible for the “Say no to burqas” mural in Sydney’s Newtown.
To suggest that the six foot high mural has caused controversy would be an understatement but the campaign against Mr Redegalli has highlighted the growing threat of extremism that lurks in Australia.
Artists pushing the boundaries of community acceptance is nothing new. Personally, the quasi pornographic Bill Henson images of naked pre-pubescent teens masquerading as art appalled me.
I am also offended by the ritual humiliation of Christian belief in the name of art but I accept that my taste is not shared by everyone. To me, artistic expression is a small price to pay for living in a free country.
In fact, any suggestion that an artist has gone ‘too far’ in their craft for mainstream sensibilities is usually met with a vigorous defence by those claiming we need to be more tolerant of freedom of expression. Continue Reading →
Free Speech in Iran. This is how they do it.
H/T Terry Glavin via Fred Litwin
Outspoken journalist sprayed with acid
By Afghanistan correspondent Sally Sara
Posted 13 minutes ago
Afghan police are hunting for an attacker who sprayed acid in the face of a high-profile Afghan journalist.
Outspoken author and journalist Razaq Mamoon was attacked near his apartment in the capital, Kabul.
Mr Mamoon received burns to his face and hands, but his eyes were partially protected by his glasses.
The well-known reporter has blamed Iran for the attack.
Mr Mamoon has written a book accusing the Iranian government of sabotage and interference in Afghanistan.
But he has also been critical of ethnic Pashtuns in the past.
Mr Mamoon has been moved to a military hospital because of further fears for his safety.
Afghan president Hamid Karzai has condemned the assault.
Italy: Protection urged for journalist after suspected radical Muslim gunman targets his car
From ADNKRONOS
ultimo aggiornamento: 07 gennaio, ore 17:27
Potenza, 7 Jan. (AKI) – A director of Italian public broadcaster RAI has urged the government to protect to one of its journalists after a suspected radical Muslim opened fire on his car in southern Italy. Nello Rega was uninjured in the attack as he drove home late on Thursday. Rega wrote a book on Islam’s uneasy relationship Christianity and has received several threats from alleged Muslim extremists over the past two years. “Last night’s attack should leave people in no doubt. Rega could have been killed. Why is he not adequately protected?” said Antonio Bagnardi, director of RAI Televideo, where Bagnardi works.
“Isn’t it enough that he has beeen intimidated for months on end and now is a victim of attempted murder,” Bagnardi added, calling on Italy’s interior minister Roberto Maroni to intervene.
A single shot was fired at Rega’s car from a vehicle that drew up alongside as he drove along a state highway near the city of Potenza in Italy’s Basilicata region, damaging Rega’s rear window. He reported the attack to police, who were examining his car as part of their investigation.
Since his book ‘Different and Divided – a Diary of Coexistence with Islam’ Rega has received threats in the Italian capital, Rome, and in Potenza including an envelope mailed to him with bullets inside.
Bagnardi urged media not to under-report or ignore such incidents.
Muslims also murder a bunch of people in Nigeria last night.
Nigeria: Bomb Kills 4 In Abuja
January 1, 2011
At least four people were killed and more than a dozen were injured by a bomb at Mami market in the Nigerian capital of Abuja during New Year’s Eve celebrations, Reuters reported Jan. 1. President Goodluck Jonathan blamed the blast on Islamist group Boko Haram that claimed responsibility for the Dec. 24 bombings in Jos.
House Converted Into Mosque Overnight In Egypt to Prevent Church Services
H/T Gates of Vienna:
From Assyrian News:
(AINA) — In an effort to end any hope of the Coptic Christians using the Church of St. Mary and St. Michaels in Talbiya for prayer services, the Giza Governorate converted overnight a house facing the church into a mosque.
The new so-called “Ekhlass” mosque was converted secretly Thursday evening when a cloth sign was hastily hung outside a 4 story house. It was used on Friday morning, when over 3000 Muslims prayed there, despite the presence of a large mosque on the other side of the bridge, not far from the new mosque. It was reported that the owner of the house, which is still under construction, donated it.
“Of course the new mosque did not have to get a building license, local council or state security permission, as is the case with churches,” said Coptic activist Mark Ebeid.
Due to the minimum distance required by law between a church and a mosque, Copts view this conversion of the house into a new mosque “as a trick on the part of the government to make the completion and use of St. Mary’s Church an impossibility.”
“We are devastated,” said a local Copt. “This church cost the poor people 7 million Egyptian pounds, which we collected by having to go without a lot in our homes, and there comes the governor and state security, angry because we built a dome and destroy it, kill our children, leave others maimed and the rest in prison for a very long time.”
Church building in Egypt is still partly governed by the Haayoni Decree of 1856, when Egypt was under Ottoman rule. After gaining independence in 1922, Egypt abolished all laws except for the Hamayouni Decree, which required the permission of the king or the president to build a church. In addition, in 1934 the Interior Minister, Al-Ezaby Pacha, issued a decree that stipulated 10 conditions that must be met prior to issuance of a presidential decree permitting the construction of a church. The conditions include the requirement that the distance between a church and a mosque be not less than 100 meters and the approval of the neighboring Muslim community. Additional considerations or conditions are the number of Christians in the area and whether or not the proposed church is near the Nile, public utility or a railway.
The new Coptic Church of St. Mary and St. Michael’s, in Talbiya, Giza, was the scene on November 24 of security forces fire and using tear gas on women, children and youth who were present at the church, in order to halt construction of the church and demolish the building (video). The clashes between security and the Copts resulted in the death of three Coptic men from bullet wounds and a four year old child from a tear gas being thrown inside the chapel. More than 79 Copts were wounded, some severely, and 157 people including women and children, were all charged, with premeditated murder of a police officer, assaulting security officers, rioting, theft and destruction of public property (AINA 11-30-2010).
By Mary Abdelmassih
Video referred to above, embedded below: