Greek philosophy departs from the assumption that we can understand the world autonomously using our rational faculties. Islam is not saying this.

Populism is everywhere. We have religious populism in the Muslim-majority countries as much as we have populism in the United States of America.

The suicide bomber who blows up Israeli children cannot transform himself into a martyr. The Palestinian problem is not an Islamic problem.

Globalisation means indeed everything is global but there are still very specific centres of power, especially when it comes to media and news.Misinformation about some attacks is going to affect how emotionally involved the audience is going to get. In the end, an emotional ranking is artificially created when it comes to casualties.

If you are only concerned with international issues and/or the power of some lobbies that are influencing American policy, then you are isolating yourselves. You are powerless in your mind when you don't understand the meaning and quality of your own real power.

Politics is mainly about interests. As Muslim citizens, we understand these interests but we should put principles and dignity beyond everything.

I have learned that one should say "Peace!" to those who shout their hatred for one's being and presence or at one's passage.