News and Analysis (5/7/09)

After the largest civilian casualties  in a single attack since the US invasion in 2001…

• Afghans Protest Over Farah Deaths (Al Jazeera)

… Obama, meeting with Zaradi and Karzai, , claims Al Qaeda offers a future  ” filled with violence and despair”:

• Emphasis on Al Qaeda at Three-Way Talks (NY Times)

As displaced Pashtuns seek refuge, will Karachi become the focal point in the battle against the Taliban?

• Are Pakistani Taliban Finding New Foothold in South? (Christian Science Monitor)

The court acknowledged “a harrowing experience” for the defendants but finds agents exercised “lawful force” in drawing their guns and handcuffing a family whose home was searched:

• Court Upholds Searches Of Muslim Groups in Va. (Washington Post)

The art of cinema has declined continuously since the US invasion in 2003:

• Iraq Cinema Manager Flashes Back to the Boom Times (LA Times)

Muslims should avoid a sense of arrogance and moral superiority just because of the virus’ origins:

• Swine Flu: Can Muslims Claim the Moral High Ground? (Guardian)

Along with an alliance between the leaders of each side, the possibility of  economic growth through reconciliation brings optimism for peace:

• Cyprus: Are Old Friends Offering New Hope for Unity? (Christian Science Monitor)

Imran

Minaret of Freedom Institute Program Assistant