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Minister Farrakhan calls for release of
American journalist |
Friday, February 01, 2002
(FinalCall.com)�The Honorable
Minister Louis Farrakhan today called for the release of Mr. Daniel
Pearl, believed to be held in Pakistan.
The following is the statement in full:
�I wish to offer my sincere prayers and best wishes to my Muslim
brothers and their families. May Allah grant you mercy and right
guidance in this hour of great trial. I urge the immediate release and
safe return of Mr. Daniel Pearl. His release may serve the greater good
and promote meaningful dialogue with the American people and government.
Muslims are known for their compassion and mercy for the human family.
Allah (God) revealed the Qur�an to the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him)
to serve as a guide in every aspect of human endeavor. Allah teaches
and instructs us in the handling of prisoners of war. Allah teaches and
instructs us in the handling and treatment of non-combatants. Mr.
Daniel Pearl, a journalist, is not a combatant, and should be released.
Our religion, Islam, is under trial. The world is watching. To execute
or murder this man will increase hatred for Islam and damage the
reputation of Muslims throughout the world. I must also urge the
American Government to grant P.O.W. (Prisoner of War) status to those
captured during a declared war. Once again, I implore America to
re-examine her foreign policy toward Africa, the Middle East, and other
vulnerable nations. The United States is the only remaining super
power, by Allah�s (God�s) permission. America must do more to reassure
the family of nations of her determination to promote justice and fair
play. The nations of the Earth will follow America�s leadership in
establishing a century of security, prosperity and peace for all.�
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