Imams’ council condemns Melbourne Islamic preacher’s call to ‘take up arms’ against enemies

The Guardian World News - Islam
1 week ago

Independent MP Allegra Spender says the comments reinforce the need for stronger protection against hate speech

Australia’s peak body for imams says it is “deeply concerned” about reports a Melbourne-based Islamic preacher called for followers to “take up arms against his enemies” and not take “Jews and the Christians for friends”.

The Australian National Imams’ Council (ANIC) released a statement on Tuesday after Nine newspapers revealed the preacher who goes by the name Abu Ahmad made the comments during a sermon in July.

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[Podcast] Yes, She’s Funny In This | Huda Fahmy

Muslim Matters
1 week ago

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UK Investigates Iran Link in RAF Fairford Terror Plot

Clash Report
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Five British men aged 23–25 remain in custody after suspicious vans were found near RAF Fairford. Investigators are examining a possible Iranian connection, but police say the motive remains unclear and no charges have been announced.