The two most recent terrorist attacks in the UK – one in London and one in Manchester – have raised significant questions around how society and communities should respond.
Tag: Terrorism
Islamophobia and causes of terrorism must be part of awkward conversations after London Bridge attack
Following the London Bridge and Manchester attacks, we need to have conversations about the acceptance of emotion in politics, causes of terrorism, and Islamophobia.
Islamic State hates what Ariana Grande stands for – that’s why we should celebrate her
IS extremists hate everything the popstar represents. She is an independent young woman with a mind of her own and thousands of loyal followers keen to follow in her footsteps.
This is how Islamist radicalisation actually happens
The attack on Manchester is part of a pattern of attacks from the Nail Bomber in Soho to the attacks in Bali to Paris based on a false totalitarianism that insists that the world cannot be shared with ‘others.’
Islam as a political force: more than belief
Since 9/11, and even more so with the atrocities committed by ISIS in Iraq and Syria, violence in the name of God is predominantly perceived as a “different” kind of violence, that triggers more “absolute” and radical manifestations. As a result, the dominant assessment of religion in world affairs, is that the scope and reach … Continue reading “Islam as a political force: more than belief”