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Bin Laden's "Letter to America"

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Why This Matters

Osama bin Laden's 'Letter to America' articulates the reasons behind militant opposition, primarily citing American support for Israel and ongoing military actions perceived as unjust. The letter aims to explain the ideological motivations and call for accountability, highlighting the profound impact of U.S. foreign policies on Muslim communities. This document underscores the importance of understanding extremist narratives and their justifications within the broader context of global conflicts.

Key Takeaways

Bin Laden's "Letter to America"

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful,

"Permission to fight (against disbelievers) is given to those (believers) who are fought against, because they have been wronged and surely, Allah is Able to give them (believers) victory" [Quran 22:39]

"Those who believe, fight in the Cause of Allah, and those who disbelieve, fight in the cause of Taghut (anything worshipped other than Allah e.g. Satan). So fight you against the friends of Satan; ever feeble is indeed the plot of Satan."[Quran 4:76]

Some American writers have published articles under the title 'On what basis are we fighting?' These articles have generated a number of responses, some of which adhered to the truth and were based on Islamic Law, and others which have not. Here we wanted to outline the truth - as an explanation and warning - hoping for Allah's reward, seeking success and support from Him.

While seeking Allah's help, we form our reply based on two questions directed at the Americans:

(Q1) Why are we fighting and opposing you?

(Q2) What are we calling you to, and what do we want from you?

As for the first question: Why are we fighting and opposing you? The answer is very simple:

(1) Because you attacked us and continue to attack us.

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