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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Religious affairs minister condemns use of prayer for political attacks at rally
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na'im Mokhtar has expressed regret over the actions of a politician who failed to respect the sanctity of prayer as a spiritual weapon of the ummah during a recent public assembly in the capital. He said the content of the prayer recited in front of the crowd not only contained unfounded accusations against the country's leadership but was also divisive among Muslims. 'The content of the prayer is deeply concerning as it could incite extremism and radicalism among the public,' he said in a statement posted on his social media yesterday. He said prayer was a powerful link between man and Allah, as well as a means of seeking mercy, forgiveness, and strength to face life's trials. As such, he urged the public to remain vigilant against any party that did not respect the status of prayer from the perspective of Islamic law and who used it narrowly for personal or group interests. Meanwhile, the Institute of Islamic Understanding Malaysia (IKIM) also voiced concern over several incidents during the assembly. Its director-general, Assoc Prof Datuk Mohamed Azam Mohamed Adil, said the institute viewed seriously the acts of reciting Qunut Nazilah targeting national leaders, spreading sodomy allegations without evidence, and displaying symbolic effigies of leaders being caned — all of which were deemed to have violated Islamic ethics and decorum. 'Prayer is a noble act of worship and should be performed with wisdom and sincerity, free from emotional influence or political interest,' he said. He also explained that spreading sodomy allegations without four male witnesses of just character constituted the offence of 'qazaf', which is strictly forbidden in Islam, while mocking a person's dignity through symbolic insults clearly undermined the values of Malaysian decency. — Bernama
Fox News
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
'SHE'D BE BETTER OFF STARTING A SUBSTACK': Charles C.W. Cooke SLAMS Justice Jackson's Activist Judging
Charles C. W. Cooke, Senior writer at National Review and host of The Charles C. W. Cooke Podcast, joined the Guy Benson Show today to discuss SCOTUS Justice Kentaji Brown Jackson and her judicial activism from the bench. Cooke says that Jackson's activism has shown her radicalism as she has received firm critiques from both sides of the political aisle. The pair also discussed the defunding of NPR through the Senate's latest round of recissions, and NPR CEO Katherine Maher's bizarre Capitol Hill testimonies. Listen to the full interview below! Listen to the full interview below: Listen to the full podcast below:
Wall Street Journal
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
Another ‘Moderate' Runs for Governor
Democrats nationwide seem to be worried about being associated with the radicalism of New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. But maybe he'll just make the rest of them look reasonable. These days it seems all they have to do is oppose 'globalizing the intifada' to stake out a centrist position within their disturbingly kooky party. They certainly don't need to deviate from the party line on most domestic policies. Long before Mr. Mamdani's arrival in the mayor's race, media folk have spent years explaining to news consumers how moderate the Democrats are who now represent the party in governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia.
Free Malaysia Today
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Expert says radical Islamic groups in Europe eye move to Malaysia
Suspected extremists being arrested in Europe. An expert says Malaysia's weak policies on radicalism may attract extremist groups from Europe. (AFP pic) KUALA LUMPUR : An analysis by the Nordic Counter-Terrorism Network has found that several radical Islamist groups based in Europe are planning to relocate their operations to Malaysia, according to the network's director, Andrin Raj. However, he did not identify any group. He said foreign Islamist radicals are drawn to establishing a foothold in Malaysia because of the widespread presence of radical ideologies in the country. Andrin Raj. 'Foreign Islamist radicals are converging on Malaysia because they are aware of the country's weak policies in countering radicalism,' he told FMT. He said the current policies fail to address the symptoms and root causes for radicalism. He said that political narratives that tolerate or even embrace radical ideologies create a safe haven in which these extremists can operate. 'Working with local and foreign intelligence agencies does not mean the threat can be curtailed if there is no political will to address racial and religious intolerance that is part of the radicalisation processes,' he said. Last week, the home ministry announced the detention of 36 foreign nationals since April for alleged involvement in a militant radical movement and who were reportedly promoting extremist ideology linked to the radical Islamic State (IS) movement. Raj said IS had been steadily expanding its influence in Southeast Asia in recent years, citing last year's attempted assassination of Pope Francis in Jakarta, allegedly linked to IS operatives, and the discovery of an IS-affiliated media portal in Malaysia that is accessible via the dark web. Noor Nirwandy Mat Noordin. Separately, Universiti Teknologi Mara analyst Noor Nirwandy Mat Noordin said the latest arrests underscore the need for controversial security laws such as the Prevention of Crime Act, the Prevention of Terrorism Act and the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act. 'These laws are essential for the country to contain threats and maintain peace and order,' said Nirwandy, who is with the UiTM Centre for Media and Information Warfare Studies He called for enhanced intelligence operations on social media platforms, where radical groups continue to spread their ideology and recruit new followers.
Free Malaysia Today
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Minister pledges to curb extremism among foreign workers
Na'im Mokhtar said Malaysia strongly opposes any ideology that promotes extremist actions as they have no place in Islam. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The government is stepping up efforts to counter extremist ideologies among foreign workers after 36 foreigners were arrested for their alleged involvement in a foreign radical militant movement. Religious affairs minister Na'im Mokhtar said he has instructed the Islamic development department (Jakim) and the Islamic Propagation Foundation of Malaysia (Yadim) to work with the home ministry to counter radical ideology among foreign workers. Na'im said that although not all foreign workers are involved, the risk of radical influence must be addressed. 'We strongly oppose any ideology that promotes extremist actions as they have no place in Islam,' he said. He hoped the collaboration between religious agencies and the home ministry would curb the spread of extremist ideologies among foreign workers. Earlier today, Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail said the foreigners arrested last week recruited new members for the Islamic State from migrant workers in Malaysia at factories, petrol stations and construction sites.
