September 30, 2005
Now what was all that talk about no terrorism in China? The Jawa Report has been warning readers of the low-level Islamist insurgency in China's western Xinjiang province for some time. Called East Turkistan by its own people, Islamic militants in the area have ties to Osama bin Laden's al Qaeda network and are working to oust the communist Han Chinese and restore the brief lived Islamic Republic of East Turkistan--an Islamist state that predates Iran by over forty years.
In fact, after China's Strike Hard campaign of the early 1990s, aimed at wiping out the Islamic insurgency, many jihadi leaders fled to a neighboring country where they found safe haven and a network of like minded individuals willing and eager to supply them with arms and cash. Can you guess which country the fled to? Drumroll please.........
Afghanistan.
The United States has warned American travellers to be vigilant against a terrorist attack in China’s restive northwestern region of Xinjiang after Beijing told police there to be prepared for danger.Rumors abound, though, that the official number of terrorist attacks by Islamic terrorists in China are vastly undercounted. There is a healthy debate going on over at Peking Duck's blog as to the accuracy of the numbers (via Simon World).The call came ahead of the 50th anniversary on Saturday of the establishment of Xinjiang as an autonomous region.
Muslim Uighur militants, whom Beijing calls terrorists or separatists, have been struggling for decades to make the remote region, formally established on Oct. 1, 1955, an independent state called East Turkestan.
“Americans considering travel to the region and those already there should review their plans carefully, remain vigilant with regard to their personal security and exercise caution,†a message e-mailed from the US embassy in China said.
“Terrorists do not distinguish between official and civilian targets. Americans in remote areas or border regions where military or police authority is limited or non-existent could also become targets.†...
The Public Security Ministry said earlier this month that more than 260 terrorist acts had been committed in Xinjiang in the past two decades, killing 160 and wounding 440. It labelled East Turkestan forces the main terrorist threat to China.
And, of course, Islam Online blames Chinese oppression on the troubles. So the Chinese fascists are oppressing the Islamist fascists? Talk about your Sophie's choice scenario.....
For related info see Jihad in China and Suicide Bomber Blows Up Bus in China: Government Covers Up
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If this happens the Chinese response will make Abu Gharib look like a kids dream of Santa's toy factory.
Posted by: Dave at September 30, 2005 04:25 PM (JQjhA)
Posted by: jesusland joe at September 30, 2005 04:28 PM (rUyw4)
Posted by: sandpiper at September 30, 2005 05:32 PM (poF4d)
Posted by: Brad at September 30, 2005 05:55 PM (3OPZt)
Posted by: THANOS35 at September 30, 2005 06:00 PM (FMsU7)
Maybe I need a break.
Posted by: Oyster at September 30, 2005 08:01 PM (YudAC)
Greyrooster and Maximus, do not take this wrong, but I believe that a person of faith has an advantage in this fight. If you have no fear of death, then you can fight without any fear or doubt. Devout Christians have this ability, and I've noticed it in my sons. Generally, but not always, this gives a person of faith an advantage in a fight. Some men other than men of faith have that iron will because they were born with it, but few of the people I see when I visit big cities possess these qualities. The people I see in the cities appear weak and pale, many overweight, and with a variety of drug addictions. They hardly instill fear in a determined foe, and are probably a liability even given their large numbers.
These people want peace at any price including the loss of their freedom just as long as they can continue with their hedonistic lifestyles. A enemy looking at them will probably be encouraged rather than discouraged.
Posted by: jesusland joe at September 30, 2005 09:34 PM (rUyw4)
Posted by: john Ryan at October 01, 2005 11:41 PM (ads7K)
Posted by: john Ryan at October 01, 2005 11:46 PM (ads7K)
I draw substance and lack of fear though my lack of religion. Namely, if I don't believe hell exists I can't go there. I cannot blame God for my actions. I cannot do horrible things in the name of someone I don't believe exists. Religion seems to breed unbelieveable horrors in men. Bombers, burning at the stake, torture to save ones soul etc: etc:. I kill you in the name of God. Bullshit!
Sorry pal. I can't agree. Nothing frightens me more than organized religion.
Beside Yoda, would never forgive me if I worshipped another.
Posted by: greyrooster at October 02, 2005 10:14 AM (ywZa8)
John Ryan:
In my opinion that is exactly where many on the Left are headed. Go over at Kos and read a few posts, and that is exactly what they say they want to do. Can you give me an alternate view or translation on what they are advocating?
Posted by: jesusland joe at October 02, 2005 01:26 PM (rUyw4)
I hear the best dressed metrosexual keeps their ammo in their "manbags" anyway.
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Posted by: dave at October 02, 2005 05:53 PM (CcXvt)
Posted by: Christian A. Beltram at October 02, 2005 11:29 PM (gnxbC)
You are dead wrong on East Turkistan. Read this for more info on the peaceful movement for independance. http://www.etnfc.org/
Posted by: Free China at October 03, 2005 11:14 AM (tIyxL)
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