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Guess what, world? Muslims hate terrorism too

Published November 18th, 2015 - 11:23 GMT

Friday's Paris terror attacks prompted a flood of negative commentary against Islam even before ISIS claimed responsibility. Professional pundits and amateur gasbags cite the killing spree as proof that Islam promotes violence. If Islam is a peaceful religion, why aren't Muslims outraged by ISIS?  

The answer riffs on the old adage, if a tree falls in the woods, does it make a sound? Just because Muslim voices condemning terror are under-reported doesn't mean they are silent.  Here are Muslim leaders who loudly decry terror. Let's counter fear with facts. Terrorism is not a religion. Peace out, y'all.

 

 

 

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King Hussein Jordan

The Royal Hashemite Court tweets on behalf of King Abdullah II. It's message after the Paris attack could not be clearer - Jordan's king considers cold-blooded killers cowards.

Queen Rania Jordan

Queen Rania al-Abdullah of Jordan referenced the hashtag #ThisIsNotIslam. Other tweets rallied around #NotInMyName, #IAmAMuslim, and #MuslimsAreNotTerrorists.

Hassan Rouhani Iran

Iranian president Hassan Rouhani had been scheduled to visit France the day of the attack as part of a European tour, but a last minute change of plans kept him out of Paris.

Saudi King Salman

Saudi King Salman was quick to condemn the killings and his sentiments were reinforced by Saudi Grand Mufti Sheik Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh who told young men in Riyadh not to "be misled" by ISIS, whom he labelled "enemies of Islam".

Kuwait Deputy Prime Minister

Deputy Parliament Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanim of Kuwait - a nation experienced in ISIS crime - denounced the deed. Last June a suicide bomber killed 27 Shiites in a crowded mosque in Kuwait City. Sunni-ruled Kuwait has a large Shia minority, considered as heretics by ISIS.

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for "concerted international efforts" to combat "the scourge of terrorism". In July, ISIS claimed its first naval attack on an Egyptian frigate, destroying it with a guided missile. Russian officials confirmed Tuesday that an ISIS bomb downed the charter flight that crashed in Sinai last month.

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for "concerted international efforts" to combat "the scourge of terrorism". In July, ISIS claimed its first naval attack on an Egyptian frigate, destroying it with a guided missile. Russian officials confirmed Tuesday that an ISIS bomb downed the charter flight that crashed in Sinai last month.

Turkey Prime Minister

A senior Turkish official told Al Jazeera that Ankara shared information with France about one of the Paris attackers twice over the past year, but French authorities did not reply. A twin bombing in Ankara in October that killed 102 has been linked to ISIS, and this week an ISIS suicide bomber injured five policemen near the Syrian border.

Qatar prime minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani went ahead with a scheduled visit to France today despite the attacks. A government spokesman said the PM and senior officials left Doha for a three-day visit.

Qatar prime minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani went ahead with a scheduled visit to France today despite the attacks. A government spokesman said the PM and senior officials left Doha for a three-day visit.

Islam explained

So these social media postings don't sway you? Then pick up a book, perhaps The Book. The Quran is clear on righteous behavior for Muslims. This tweeter created a graphic that works as a "Dummies Guide to Islamic Don'ts".

No explanation needed.

No explanation needed.

That these positive messages of condemnation and condolence have gotten some press is heartening, but it also irked people too. The day before the Paris attack, twin suicide bombs in Beirut killed 43 and injured dozens, yet few world leaders issued public comments, leaving many Lebanese feeling forgotten and irrelevant.

That these positive messages of condemnation and condolence have gotten some press is heartening, but it also irked people too. The day before the Paris attack, twin suicide bombs in Beirut killed 43 and injured dozens, yet few world leaders issued public comments, leaving many Lebanese feeling forgotten and irrelevant.

King Hussein Jordan
Queen Rania Jordan
Hassan Rouhani Iran
Saudi King Salman
Kuwait Deputy Prime Minister
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for "concerted international efforts" to combat "the scourge of terrorism". In July, ISIS claimed its first naval attack on an Egyptian frigate, destroying it with a guided missile. Russian officials confirmed Tuesday that an ISIS bomb downed the charter flight that crashed in Sinai last month.
Turkey Prime Minister
Qatar prime minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani went ahead with a scheduled visit to France today despite the attacks. A government spokesman said the PM and senior officials left Doha for a three-day visit.
Islam explained
No explanation needed.
That these positive messages of condemnation and condolence have gotten some press is heartening, but it also irked people too. The day before the Paris attack, twin suicide bombs in Beirut killed 43 and injured dozens, yet few world leaders issued public comments, leaving many Lebanese feeling forgotten and irrelevant.
King Hussein Jordan
The Royal Hashemite Court tweets on behalf of King Abdullah II. It's message after the Paris attack could not be clearer - Jordan's king considers cold-blooded killers cowards.
Queen Rania Jordan
Queen Rania al-Abdullah of Jordan referenced the hashtag #ThisIsNotIslam. Other tweets rallied around #NotInMyName, #IAmAMuslim, and #MuslimsAreNotTerrorists.
Hassan Rouhani Iran
Iranian president Hassan Rouhani had been scheduled to visit France the day of the attack as part of a European tour, but a last minute change of plans kept him out of Paris.
Saudi King Salman
Saudi King Salman was quick to condemn the killings and his sentiments were reinforced by Saudi Grand Mufti Sheik Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh who told young men in Riyadh not to "be misled" by ISIS, whom he labelled "enemies of Islam".
Kuwait Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Parliament Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanim of Kuwait - a nation experienced in ISIS crime - denounced the deed. Last June a suicide bomber killed 27 Shiites in a crowded mosque in Kuwait City. Sunni-ruled Kuwait has a large Shia minority, considered as heretics by ISIS.
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for "concerted international efforts" to combat "the scourge of terrorism". In July, ISIS claimed its first naval attack on an Egyptian frigate, destroying it with a guided missile. Russian officials confirmed Tuesday that an ISIS bomb downed the charter flight that crashed in Sinai last month.
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for "concerted international efforts" to combat "the scourge of terrorism". In July, ISIS claimed its first naval attack on an Egyptian frigate, destroying it with a guided missile. Russian officials confirmed Tuesday that an ISIS bomb downed the charter flight that crashed in Sinai last month.
Turkey Prime Minister
A senior Turkish official told Al Jazeera that Ankara shared information with France about one of the Paris attackers twice over the past year, but French authorities did not reply. A twin bombing in Ankara in October that killed 102 has been linked to ISIS, and this week an ISIS suicide bomber injured five policemen near the Syrian border.
Qatar prime minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani went ahead with a scheduled visit to France today despite the attacks. A government spokesman said the PM and senior officials left Doha for a three-day visit.
Qatar prime minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani went ahead with a scheduled visit to France today despite the attacks. A government spokesman said the PM and senior officials left Doha for a three-day visit.
Islam explained
So these social media postings don't sway you? Then pick up a book, perhaps The Book. The Quran is clear on righteous behavior for Muslims. This tweeter created a graphic that works as a "Dummies Guide to Islamic Don'ts".
No explanation needed.
No explanation needed.
That these positive messages of condemnation and condolence have gotten some press is heartening, but it also irked people too. The day before the Paris attack, twin suicide bombs in Beirut killed 43 and injured dozens, yet few world leaders issued public comments, leaving many Lebanese feeling forgotten and irrelevant.
That these positive messages of condemnation and condolence have gotten some press is heartening, but it also irked people too. The day before the Paris attack, twin suicide bombs in Beirut killed 43 and injured dozens, yet few world leaders issued public comments, leaving many Lebanese feeling forgotten and irrelevant.

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