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News of Muslims Around the World
(Translated)
https://www.al-waie.org/archives/article/20322
Al Waie Magazine Issue No. 478
Fortieth Year, Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH corresponding to May 2026 CE
A Draft Law in Uzbekistan Adds the Term “Political Extremism” to Broaden the Scope of Criminalization and Arrest
The Media Office of Hizb ut Tahrir in Uzbekistan issued a press release on 30 Shawwal 1447 AH (April 17, 2026 CE) entitled, “The Uzbek Regime Begins a New Phase of the War Against Islam and the Muslims Behind the Mask of ‘Extremism’”
Part of the press release reads as follows:
The legislative body in Uzbekistan – the Legislative Council – has taken another authoritarian step targeting the people of the country, the Muslims, and their Islamic values. On April 7, the deputies approved in the first reading a draft law stipulating the expansion of the scope of punishments under the pretext of “combating extremism”. And these changes do not target the individuals only, rather they also target the NGOs outside the control of the state, and any groups that adopt ideas not approved by the regime.
“Extremism” is the comprehensive weapon of the colonizers. Deputy Attorney General B. Valiyev confirmed in his report that “the concept of extremism is being reviewed based on the recommendations of the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe”. This means that the Uzbek regime continues in the restraint of its people according to the rules set by the Kafir (disbelieving) colonizing West. Indeed, the term “extremism” is nothing but an intimidation tool used since a long time to obstruct the Islamic political thought and delay the revival of the Ummah.
Indeed the targeting of the NGOs in the new law means that any voluntary group seeking to learn Islam outside the mosque or discussing the problems of the society will be classified as an “extremist” group. And through that, the regime seeks to keep all aspects of society under the weight of fear and absolute surveillance.
The regime speaks about “partial decriminalization”, promising to provide facilitations for the one who erred for the first time. However, this is nothing but a game of loosening the rope then tightening it! For behind terms such as social rehabilitation and correcting radical ideas lies the aim of breaking the creed of the Muslims and transforming them into dolls loyal to the regime.
The transition from religious extremism to political extremism, so according to Valiyev, the punishment will now become inevitable not only for religious extremism, but also for what is called political extremism. And this is a new front that has been opened against the political opponents of the regime and the critics of its bad management. Based on that, any political demand or desire for reform can be considered an assault on the constitutional system.
The Uzbek regime works on tightening the legislations to preserve its throne, relying on the experiences of the Western states (America) and the tyrants in the East (China and Russia). Indeed these laws are directed against the Muslims who have realized the essence of Islam the true and seek to return it to the reality of life. But history shows that repression and labeling with “extremism” cannot erase the truth. So with the increase of the awareness of the Muslims of their religion and their duties, these repressive laws will lose their validity.
Yildirim Khan: Turkey Unveils First Hypersonic Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
Turkey unveiled its first domestically produced hypersonic intercontinental ballistic missile, named “Yildirim Khan,” with a range of approximately 6,000 kilometers, at the SAHA 2026 International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul.
The new missile is classified as a hypersonic weapon, with speeds ranging from Mach 9 to Mach 25, granting it exceptional maneuverability and the ability to penetrate advanced air and missile defense systems.
The Yildirim Khan is powered by liquid nitrogen tetroxide and is propelled by four rocket engines, with a payload capacity of up to 3,000 kilograms.
Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler participated in the unveiling ceremony for the missile, which was developed by the ministry's research and development center. In his address, he emphasized that the Turkish defense industry has transformed into an integrated system for developing advanced technologies, stressing that this achievement is the result of long-term planning and unwavering determination. In a related context, the head of the Turkish Presidency's Defense Industries Directorate, Haluk Gürgün, affirmed that his country aims to enter the list of the top 10 countries in global defense industry exports.
For his part, Haluk Bayraktar, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saha Istanbul Group of Companies, indicated that the target for 2026 is to reach $13 billion in defense exports, compared to the $7.1 billion achieved in 2024. The Saha 2026 exhibition continues until May 9th, with the participation of more than 120 countries and 1,700 companies, and aims to secure export contracts exceeding $8 billion during this edition.
Over the past decade, Turkey has witnessed a radical development in the defense industry, achieving significant military independence across land, sea, and air. As the country with the second-largest army in NATO, Ankara has become a major arms exporter on the global market, with its exports jumping from $1.9 billion a decade ago to $7.1 billion in 2024. This transformation stems from a national strategy that began in the 1980s and was accelerated by Western restrictions and sanctions imposed on Turkey at various times. Today, drones like the Bayraktar TB2 stand out as icons of this superiority, alongside other strategic projects such as the fifth-generation fighter jet “Kan,” the amphibious assault ship “TCG Anadolu,” and the AI-powered “Iron Dome” system.
Al-Waie Magazine: This clearly demonstrates the Muslim World’s capacity to manufacture powerful weapons and build strong armies. However, the question remains: will the regime in Turkey, which housed the capital of the Islamic Khilafah (Caliphate) for centuries, cease its neglect of the Muslim World's causes? And will it harness these capabilities for the benefit of the Muslim World?
Hemedti Ready to Continue War in Sudan Until 2040
The commander of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti), stated on Wednesday that his forces are “prepared to continue fighting until 2040 if circumstances require it,” noting that army estimates suggest the conflict could last until 2033. In a speech to a gathering of RSF officers, reported by Sudanese media, Hemedti reiterated his commitment to continuing military operations against the Sudanese army, holding the “armed forces leadership responsible for the continuation of the conflict and their refusal to engage in peace efforts.”
On April 29, the head of Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, pledged that the Sudanese armed forces would continue their military campaign until the “nation is cleansed” of the RSF and all rebels, emphasizing that “military operations are ongoing on all fronts.”
Burhan’s remarks came during a speech honoring the former chief of staff and members of the General Staff, in which he vowed to “soon rid Sudan of the nightmare of the Rapid Support Forces militia and all rebels.” Since mid-April 2023, the Sudanese army, led by Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led by Hemedti, have been waging a war that has left tens of thousands dead and more than 14 million displaced or refugees, according to estimates by the United Nations and local authorities. Research by American universities, however, suggests that the total death toll reaches approximately 130,000 people, killed directly and indirectly.
The commander of the RSF affirmed that his forces have consistently expressed a desire to end the conflict, stating, “We, as the Rapid Support Forces, are striving to stop the war tonight rather than tomorrow, but can the war end unilaterally?”
Hemedti clarified that his forces do not seek to prolong the fighting, emphasizing their desire to end the war “as soon as possible.” However, he stressed that ending the conflict requires commitment from all parties, indicating that the army leadership “believes that the Rapid Support Forces' submission and acceptance of negotiations is a sign of weakness.”
Al-Waie Magazine: Have Burhan and Hemedti ever asked themselves who benefits from this war? And whose responsibility is it for the blood they have spilled and the lives they have taken?
Music Interspersed With Immoral Lyrics at the Opening of a Basketball Game in Damascus, and an Arrest for Criticizing the Partnership With America!
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa commented on the transgressions that accompanied the opening of the al-Fayhaa basketball hall in Damascus earlier this week, saying that he had ordered that they not be repeated and that he had tried to compensate for this by going down to the court among the people.
The al-Fayhaa hall in Damascus was inaugurated in the presence of al-Sharaa, after its renovation and equipping to host major tournaments.
In the same context, Syrian sources confirmed that security forces affiliated with the Syrian Interim Government, headed by Ahmed al-Sharaa, arrested American journalist Bilal Abdul Kareem in the city of al-Bab in the northeastern Aleppo countryside on Monday afternoon, December 22, 2025, while he was performing the noon prayer near the al-Fath Mosque in al-Bab.
This arrest comes after a series of sharp criticisms directed by the American journalist at the Interim Government via the “X” platform, particularly regarding its recent foreign policies.
Reports suggest that the immediate reason for the arrest is a video that Abdul Kareem recently published, in which he strongly criticized the Syrian Interim Government’s decision to join the US-led international coalition to fight ISIS. In his last public appearance, Abdul Karim stated, “The Americans have no legitimate reasons to be here...We simply cannot legitimize the presence of the enemy, and I said America is the enemy of the Syrian people.”
He is considered one of the prominent voices accusing Ahmed al-Sharaa of “compromising the values of the revolution” in exchange for international recognition and security partnerships with the West.
Al-Waie Magazine: Unfortunately, Bilal Abdul Karim remains imprisoned to this day. Bilal Abdul Karim, despite holding American citizenship, is not an agent.
The Supreme Islamic Shariah Council in Lebanon Is Contributing to the Implementation of Projects of the West and the Jewish Entity!
Hizb ut Tahrir / Wilayah Lebanon issued a press release dated 8 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 25, 2026 CE, entitled: [سَتُكْتَبُ شَهَادَتُهُمْ وَيُسْأَلُونَ] “'Their Testimony Will Be Recorded, and They Will Be Questioned' [TMQ Surah Az-Zukhruf: 19]. The Supreme Islamic Shariah Council: Respect the Option of Diplomatic Negotiations to End the War With the Zionist Entity!”
The press release read, among other matters:
“In a dangerous precedent, and in a stance that is neither pleasing to Allah (swt) nor His Messenger (saw), nor should be acceptable to Muslims, let alone the members of the Council—scholars, sheikhs, and figures who define themselves as "the body authorized to issue regulations, decisions, and instructions necessary for organizing the religious affairs of Muslims..."—the Council issued a statement today, 25/4/2026, supporting the option of pursuing diplomatic negotiations to end the war with the Zionist entity! The statement justified this choice by saying: "Affirming the Taif Agreement and its implementation, both in letter and spirit, which the Lebanese people have agreed upon as the country's constitution and an inviolable national reference point... to which all vital issues and all other judgements is referred, and nothing else, in addressing major national issues..." It also stated: "Respecting the constitutional right of the President of the Republic to conduct negotiations for international treaties and agreements in consultation with the Prime Minister, based on the provisions of Article 52 of the Lebanese Constitution, and in his choice, along with the pillars of the state, to pursue diplomatic negotiations to end the war with the Zionist entity... at a time when all avenues for saving it from the inferno of this war have been closed..."! Is this how one of the most important affairs of Muslims in Lebanon is handled, a matter whose sanctity is a matter known by necessity in the Deen: negotiating with the usurping, occupying, criminal, and aggressive Jewish entity, which attacks Lebanon and others day and night with the support of America?!
So, what evidence from the Quran, the Sunnah, or any of the sources they indicate did you rely on?! Did the Messenger of Allah (saw), his Companions (may Allah be pleased with them), and the Muslims after them negotiate and make peace over occupied Muslim lands, acknowledging the occupier's right to remain and making peace with them?! Far be it from Him (saw) and his Companions to do such a thing! Does calling things by names other than their own, as you say, "the conduct of diplomatic negotiaations...", make them permissible and acceptable, when you know without a doubt that this is the gateway to peace and normalization with the Jewish entity?! Furthermore, is it appropriate for the Supreme Islamic Shariah Council to say about the Taif Agreement: "It is the arbiter and the reference point, and nothing else in vital issues..."?! What reference point have you left for the Shariah of Allah, the Exalted and Glorified?! How can you judge in this way?!”