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Pakistan's Agreement with Serbia is Another Foreign Policy Blunder

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Last week, Pakistan's Federal Minister of Defense Syed Naveed Qamar met with top leaders in Serbia's House of Guards to lay the frame work for an MOU between the armed forces of the two countries. The proposed military agreement with Serbia is to provide Pakistan's armed forced with ammunition, armoured vehicles and assault rifles amongst other weapons. Notwithstanding the cementing of defense ties, Qamar also proposed the idea of Serbia to establish an embassy in Islamabad and engage with Pakistan through a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA). The announcement is yet another example of how Pakistan's ruling establishment is determined to embrace enemies of Islam, as it once again the muddles through another foreign policy blunder.

It is no secret that Pakistan's embracement of America's war on terror-in truth a vicious crusade against Islam- has prompted the Pakistani ruling elite to make several overtures of friendship towards the enemies of Islam, and when appropriate grant concessions to them that greatly undermines the country's integrity and stability. Some of the highlights of this appauling foreign policy are: an American installed government in Afghanistan that is ferociously hostile to Pakistan, capitulation over Kashmir to please India, gestures to recognize Israel, silence over Myanmar's treatment of Rohingya Muslims, preferred ignorance over the plight of Muslims in the Caucasus in return for closer ties with Russia, and now embracement of Serbia-the butcher of Bosnia and the author of Kosovo's the killing fields of: What is next we ask?

By surrounding themselves with such a distinguished company of war-mongers and bigots, it is not surprising that Muslims residing in the affected areas show any affinity at all towards Pakistan's leaders. Palestinians, Kashmiris, Chechnyans, Rohingyas, Bosnians and Kosovans have every right to be upset with Pakistan's establishment. In some ways, the oppression of these Muslims is a result of Pakistan's foreign policy relations with America, which has accentuated their predicament after September 2oo1.

The same can be said for the repression of Muslims inside Pakistan. Pakistan's continuous subservience to Washington has enabled America to dominate Pakistan's domestic scene, and foreign relations. America's reluctance to withhold certain arms and technology from the Pakistani army, while simultaneously demanding actions against militants in North Waziristan has spurred Pakistan's elite to explore relations with Serbia. Belgrade was virtually shunned by Islamabad, until 2009 Pakistani Prime Minister Gilani stated that Pakistan considered Serbia a very important country and described relations between the two countries as warm and friendly.

The gesture coincided with America's public chastisement of Pakistan's leadership to fully commit to military operation against the militants in the tribal areas.

Thereafter, Pakistan worked with Serbia to form cordial relations, despite the horrific crimes perpetrated against Bosnian and Kosovo Muslims. In the mid-nineties the Pakistan army was deployed in Bosnia to protect its populace from the marauding Serbian hordes. And now seventeen years later, the Pakistani army wants to befriend a country that still harbours ill will against Muslims. Serbia's vehement opposition to Kosovo's independence epitomizes this deep seated hatred. The arrest and trial of war criminals Karadzic, Mladic, and Hadzic should serve as a painful reminder of Serbia's past atrocities.

It is all too obvious that Pakistan's leadership is not motivated by bonds of brotherhood founded on Islam to protect the Muslims of Bosnia, Kosovo and elsewhere. However, the leadership prides in the vision of Mohammed Ali Jinnah who is supposedly held in high regard by them. Jinnah said, "We believe in the principle of honesty and fair play in national and international dealings and are prepared to make our utmost contribution to the promotion of peace and prosperity among the nations of the world. Pakistan will never be found lacking in extending its material and moral support to the oppressed and suppressed peoples of the world..." So why is the material support not being extended to Palestinians, Kashmiris, Rohingyas and other Muslims who are being persecuted for their faith. Clearly then, Pakistan's elite is not motivated by Islam or "nationalism" then on what bases do they engage in foreign policy matters?

The answer is that both the civil and military leadership is bereft of any rational ideas that underpin Pakistan's foreign policy. The Pakistani elite follow a simple rule. Blindly submit to American stipulations or run around like headless chickens when America is displeased with them. This master and slave relationship has only one outcome and that is political suicide.

What Pakistan requires is a sound independent foreign policy that matches the aspiration of its people and is rooted in Islam. This can only be achieved through the re-establishment of the Caliphate, which will not only provide political independence, but also ensure that Pakistan integrity is fully protected.

 

Abu Hashim

 

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O Muslims! Your Stance Friday: "America... Will You Never Tire of your Lust for Our Blood?" Is a stance of glory and a direct answer to the Eid truce offered by America

The States rushed to support their proposal of the "Eid Truce" through Lakhdar Brahimi, the international envoy of the United Nations, the den of conspiracies and enmity. It is a proposal to pave the way for negotiations with the despotic regime to reach transitional authority to the regime's advantage instead of ending the bloodshed, as they claim. Otherwise, how did the regime massacres increase with the start of the Brahimi's mission, especially when he proposed the truce?!

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Denunciation of the Conference: "Islamists and Democratic System of Governance: Experiences and Trends"

The Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies concluded a conference held in Doha on Monday, 22 Thul Qi'da 1433 AH, 08 October 2012, entitled "Islamists and Democratic System of Governance ... Experiences and Trends" at which a number of "Islamist" researchers, academics and politicians addressed themselves to the subject of Islam and Democracy...

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Hizb-ut Tahrir / Wilayah Afghanistan: Congratulates the Islamic Ummah on Eid al-Adha (Translated)

 

From the land invaded by US and NATO forces, on behalf of the Shabab of Hizb-ut Tahrir and Mujahid nation of Afghanistan, we would like to wish all Dawah carriers following the methodology of the Prophet Muhammad (saw) and the Islamic Ummah an Eid Mubarak.

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmat Allahi wa Barakatu,

May Allah (swt) accept your prayers, sacrifice and Hajj. The Muslims of Afghanistan are suffering from brutal colonialism, corruption, killings, poverty and mischief. Every promise of the oppressive and traitor rulers has been proven wrong and therefore, the trust of the people towards the rulers has vanished. Muslims in the South and West rose against the invasion of the crusaders and in the North and East, they are struggling for the reestablishment of the Khilafah "Caliphate" state. In these lands, all regimes and systems have been tried i.e. Communism, Democracy and Capitalism. But now, by the help of Allah (swt), through its sincere members, the call of Hizb-ut Tahrir has reached every corner of the country. The masses including the influential agree and support the call for the establishment of the Khilafah "Caliphate" state.

The Ummah awaits this change, despite the fact that some Islamists have abandoned the method of Muhammad (saw) and accepted the way of Machiavelli. The Ummah has awakened against the Muslim puppet rulers, especially during the Syrian uprising. It has given birth to a new hope in the Ummah becoming a nightmare for the Kuffar; although, a light for the entire Ummah because they call for the implementation of Islam through the reestablishment of Khilafah "Caliphate" State. The oppressed people of Afghanistan are a part of this global struggle for Khilafah "Caliphate" abiding the glad tidings of the Prophet (saw). Therefore Islam will be implemented comprehensively upon the Ummah through the reestablishment of the Khilafah "Caliphate" state and spread to the world through Dawah and Jihad.

Wa Salaamu Alaikum wa Rahmat Allahu wa Barakatu

 

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Hizb ut-Tahrir Campaign before the Egyptian Bar Association

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Continuing the weeks long campaign organized by Hizb ut-Tahrir/ Wilayah Egypt introducing the draft constitution of the Islamic State titled, "The Egyptian Constitution must be an Islamic Constitution." On Wednesday, 02 Dhul Hijjah 1433AH, October 17, 2012; HT Activists set up the mobile information tent in front of the Egyptian Bar Association prior to the scheduled seminar. They outlined and clarified the draft constitution of the Islamic State including the motives. They critiqued the draft of the Egyptian constitution.

 

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Acceptance by the Opposition Syrian National Council of Farouk al-Sharaa as the Leader of the Transitional Stage is Clear Evidence of the Opposition's Disconnection from the Sufferings and Hopes of the Blessed Revolution in al-Sham (Translated)

 

At a time of heightened tension on the Turkish-Syrian border, following the bombing by Syrian forces on the Turkish town of Okjakali, killing a Turkish family of five; Turkish Foreign Minister, Ahmet Davutoglu, revived an old proposal. This proposal summarised Syrian Vice President, Farouq al-Sharaa, will replace his boss, Bashar, in serving America by championing the transitional government to stop the on-going civil war in Syria, which is along the same lines of the Yemeni model.

Davutoglu did not stop there, further adding an ugly melody claiming al-Sharaa is "a man of mind and conscience; he has not participated in the massacres in Syria, and no one else knows the regime in Syria better than him." He added that the opposition is inclined to accept al-Sharaa to lead the future Syrian administration. No sooner had Davutoglu concluded his folly, approval statements came from the dying so-called opposition of the National Council, calling for the American recognition and endorsement. It was also announced that an extensive meeting from the opposition will be held in Qatar on 17/10/2012 to promote this proposal and hear responses.

In response to what we have mentioned, Hizb ut-Tahrir reminds Muslims in Syria of the following facts:

- This proposal is an American one, presented on the lips of Davutoglu and others through its study of solutions designed according to its manner, in order to see how it would be received! We ask Davutoglu: Did you not realize the situation on the ground has gone far beyond this infamous project?! Did you not know Farouk al-Sharaa is in the grip of Bashar?! How he will implement any proposal without Assad's approval?! Indeed this is a foul tasting American meal, unacceptable, except to those with rotten and corrupt tastes!

- Farouq al-Sharaa is a secularist, a Baathist and a child of this regime. He was brought up by the senior al-Assad, and inherited by his son. A man like al-Sharaa, who worked for fifteen years as Foreign Minister at the time of Assad Senior, then as Vice President to Bashar during his term, illustrates that he has satisfied the two criminals: Hafez and Bashar. Despite knowing they have never tolerated any deviations from their policies. His tenure during these two positions clearly indicates the strength of al-Sharaa's loyalty to America, who may have recommended to not abandon him to both father and son, just as it now recommends him as an alternative to Bashar.

- Hizb ut-Tahrir warns sincere individuals from the political opposition abroad, and the armed believer opposition of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, and their own media and anyone who tries to sell the noblest revolution cheaply. These pretend to support your revolution to dictate the solutions of their masters. Were they honest with you, they would have provided you with weapons which would have speedily resolved the fate of the Syrian criminal regime, and would have saved you from the further killing of your fathers, mothers and children. Instead, they refrained from doing so and justified their actions saying (like their masters), "We fear these weapons might reach terrorist groups." You know that they imply Islam when saying ‘terrorism' and terrorist groups are the armed Islamic groups. Indeed Allah Almighty said the Truth:

(وَمَا نَقَمُوا مِنْهُمْ إِلَّا أَنْ يُؤْمِنُوا بِاللَّهِ الْعَزِيزِ الْحَمِيدِ)

(Against these they had no grudge except that they believed in Allah, the Most Mighty, and the Most Praiseworthy.) [85:8]

O Muslims in Al-Sham of Victory:

The best response to all conspiracies plotted for us in Syria is to hold fast to the strong rope of Allah, the Book of Allah. Whoever holds on to it will be guided onto the straight path. The strongest response to our enemy, both visible and invisible, the near and the far, is to join our words with the work to establish the second rightly guided Khilafah "Caliphate", in which we would live happily or die for it as martyrs. The dear price we gave of our martyrs, the moans of our wounded, the cries of our bereaved women and the sufferings of our children; none of this will be wasted, Allah willing, by politicians who are agents and their masters. We would instead achieve through it a great victory in this world and in the Supreme Paradise in the Afterlife, Allah willing. So, let us raise the ceiling of our goals until they reach the sky; for we are the people of al-Sham, which our beloved Prophet said about: «طوبى للشام» "Blessed is al-Sham."

And we, Allah willing, from the people of His Almighty promise:

(وَعَدَ اللَّهُ الَّذِينَ آَمَنُوا مِنْكُمْ وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ لَيَسْتَخْلِفَنَّهُمْ فِي الْأَرْضِ كَمَا اسْتَخْلَفَ الَّذِينَ مِنْ قَبْلِهِمْ وَلَيُمَكِّنَنَّ لَهُمْ دِينَهُمُ الَّذِي ارْتَضَى لَهُمْ وَلَيُبَدِّلَنَّهُمْ مِنْ بَعْدِ خَوْفِهِمْ أَمْنًا يَعْبُدُونَنِي لَا يُشْرِكُونَ بِي شَيْئًا وَمَنْ كَفَرَ بَعْدَ ذَلِكَ فَأُولَئِكَ هُمُ الْفَاسِقُونَ)

(Allah has promised, to those among you who believe and work righteous deeds, that He will, of a surety, grant them in the land, inheritance (of power), as He granted it to those before them; that He will establish in authority their religion - the one which He has chosen for them; and that He will change (their state), after the fear in which they (lived), to one of security and peace: 'They will worship Me (alone) and not associate aught with Me. 'If any do reject Faith after this, they are rebellious and wicked.) [24:55]

 

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