Radical Islamists gathering in Hamburg to call for a caliphate is a worrying trend that is gaining traction in our society. What surprises me the most is how the leader of this group, who only converted to Islam in 2015, is considered an authority figure among Islamists. It is baffling to see how quickly individuals flock to someone who lacks the traditional credentials and lifelong clerical study that are typically valued in Islamist circles.
The idea of forming cult-like clubs and extremist groups seems to be a common theme among these radical individuals. They are drawn to the allure of power and belonging that comes with being part of such organizations.… Continue reading
The recent closure of the Islamic Centre Hamburg (IZH) in Germany has shed light on the extent to which the mosque was influenced by the Islamic Republic of Iran and aided Hezbollah. The documents reviewed by Der Spiegel reveal a troubling connection between the Centre, Iran, and the Lebanon-based terror group, Hezbollah. The fact that the Centre’s head, Mohammad Mofatteh, was in close communication with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s office and exchanged hundreds of messages with the Deputy Head of International Affairs for the Revolution Bureau is alarming.
The German Interior Ministry’s ban on the Centre and its subsidiaries in Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin is a step in the right direction, but it begs the question: how many more of these centers are operating in the West, taking orders from foreign countries and promoting extremist ideologies?… Continue reading
It’s about time that Germany took a firm stance against radical Islamist ties and extremism by banning the Islamic Centre Hamburg. The fact that this organization was advocating for violence and promoting hateful ideologies is completely unacceptable. It’s a step in the right direction to protect the values of democracy, human rights, and equality that are fundamental to civil society.
For years, the Islamic Centre Hamburg has been known as a hotspot for radicalization and propaganda, serving as an outpost for the Iranian government to push their agenda. The recent ban on this organization and its subgroups in Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin is a significant move to crack down on extremism and prevent the spread of dangerous ideologies.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker