Answer to a Question: The PKK and the Conflict between the Turkish Army and the Government
This political analysis examines the strained relationship between the Turkish military and the AKP government, framed within the context of American and British competition for influence. It explores the history of the PKK and how its internal divisions are utilized by these factions to advance their respective agendas in Turkey.
Answer to a Question: Bhutto, Musharraf, and Developments in Pakistan
This analysis examines the political maneuverings in Pakistan involving Pervez Musharraf and Benazir Bhutto under U.S. and British influence. It details Musharraf's role as a strategic American asset in the "War on Terror" and the subsequent power-sharing deal designed to sustain his presidency despite widespread domestic opposition and his betrayal of Islamic causes.
Answer to a Question: Developments in Tunisia
This analysis explores whether recent diplomatic and military engagements between Tunisia and the United States signal a shift in the country's international loyalties. It examines the strategic maneuvers of the Tunisian regime and its European backers to mitigate American pressure while maintaining established spheres of influence.
Speech of the Ameer Delivered at the Opening of Hizb ut Tahrir Conferences on the Occasion of the Anniversary of the Fall of the Khilafah 1428 AH
In this address, the Ameer of Hizb ut Tahrir reflects on the significance of the sacred month of Rajab by highlighting three pivotal historical events: the Night Journey, the liberation of Jerusalem, and the abolition of the Khilafah. He calls upon the Ummah to draw lessons from these milestones and work diligently toward the restoration of the Rightly Guided Khilafah on the method of Prophethood.
Q&A: The Heated Conflict in Turkey Between the English Kemalist Secularists and American Liberal Secularists
This analysis details the strategic political conflict in Turkey between the English-backed Kemalist military establishment and the American-aligned Justice and Development Party (AKP). It explores how both sides utilize state institutions, the Kurdish issue, and democratic reforms to consolidate power and influence Turkey's regional alignment.
Answer to a Question Regarding the Scarcity Factor
This response clarifies the distinction between the intrinsic utility that defines a commodity's value and the scarcity factor that influences how that value is managed. It explains that while scarcity does not determine the utility of a good, observing it is essential for the preservation of resources and for distinguishing between stable values and fluctuating market prices.
Answer to a Question: The Criterion for Distinguishing Between Countable, Weighable, and Measurable Items
This clarification defines the practical criteria for categorizing goods as countable, weighable, or measurable based on prevailing market customs. It explains the Sharia implications of these classifications, particularly in relation to Salam contracts and the necessity of eliminating uncertainty (jahala) in trade.
Answer to Question: Gradualism in the Application of Rulings
This response clarifies the Islamic perspective on the prohibition of gradualism in implementing Sharia, refuting the arguments used by its proponents. It provides a detailed legislative analysis of key Hadiths to show that they do not justify a piecemeal application of Islam but rather emphasize the comprehensive and immediate nature of its rulings.
Answer to a Question: Electromagnetic Waves
This legal ruling explains the Sharia status of electromagnetic waves, categorizing space and airwaves as public property similar to the high seas. It outlines the conditions under which private entities may utilize these waves and defines the State's role in regulating them to prevent harm and ensure equitable access for all.
A Call from Hizb ut-Tahrir to the Islamic Ummah, especially the People of Power within it
This powerful address from Hizb ut-Tahrir marks the anniversary of the destruction of the Khilafah, detailing the subsequent era of colonial division and oppression faced by Muslims globally. It issues a profound call to the Islamic Ummah and its people of power to fulfill their religious obligation by supporting the re-establishment of the Khilafah on the method of the Prophethood to restore justice and Islamic glory.
Letter from the Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir, Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah, to the Mutamad of Wilayah Turkey
The Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir, Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah, addresses a letter to the Mutamad of Turkey praising the courageous distribution of leaflets defending the Muslim woman's khimar. He highlights the unwavering faith of the members and supporters in Bursa and Van who faced arrests and aggression with steadfastness, viewing their sacrifices as a step toward the re-establishment of the Khilafah Rashidah.
Message from the Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir to the Staff of the Media Office Radio on the First Anniversary of its Launch
The Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir commends the dedicated staff of the Media Office Radio for their perseverance and growth despite technical and financial obstacles during their inaugural year. He expresses his hope that their continued progress will soon coincide with the restoration of the Khilafah (Caliphate) upon the method of Prophethood.