Q&A With Anila Ali: Empowering The Next Generation Of Muslim Peace Builders
I recently spoke with Anila Ali, from the American Muslim and Multifaith Women's Empowerment Council, about her work, peacebuilding, and a recent trip to Israel.
ISABELLA MEIBAUER
Category Politics
Ilhan Omar’s Pakistan Trip Raises Questions of Foreign Islamist Influence in the US
Connections between these agents and elected officials warrant deeper investigation.
How U.S. Nonprofits Funnel Money to Islamist Extremists in Pakistan
A New Jersey nonprofit named Al-Kauser is the U.S. proxy for a foundation that pays the families of Shiite martyrs in Pakistan.
Pass the BURMA Act
Congress should pass the BURMA Act quickly to cripple the Tatmadaw and support local efforts for democracy in the region.
Lift US Sanctions on the Autonomous Administration for North and East Syria?
The AANES is seeking international recognition as a legitimate government, but currently it is campaigning for the US to lift sanctions on the AANES region.
Pakistan’s Double Standard on Blasphemy Laws
Pakistan's desire to enforce blasphemy laws in the West contradict its treatment of religious minorities at home.
Myanmar Coup Could Benefit China
Though the military could be acting out alone against its sore defeat, Chinese interference or involvement with this Myanmar coup cannot be ruled out.
In Myanmar, COVID-19 Poses Greatest Risk to Democracy
While Myanmar’s COVID-19 death toll of six is comparatively low, its fledgling civilian government is at risk of collapsing due to the novel coronavirus.
Pakistan Should Heed the Call of Oppressed Muslims Instead of Oppressing Its Minorities
However, if Pakistan will take such great lengths to “protect” Islam and its Muslim citizens, it should also seek to protect oppressed Muslims abroad.
Pakistan’s COVID-19 Response Fails Its Minorities
COVID-19 severely impacted Pakistan's minorities, but the government's response only compounded their problems.
