Saudi Jihad Sermons Broadcast on US TV

The West has almost entirely neglected the ideological war on the Global Jihad (here is a welcome exception, probably paid for by the US). Today the point is emphasized by a report that extremist Saudi Wahhabi sermons are being broadcast on American cable television, praising suicide bombers ("martyrdom") and promoting the the legal replacement of the Constitution with Islamic Law (sharia) through a demographic battle.

Bridges TV, an American-Islamic TV channel "seeking to improve the image of Muslims in the United States" and to "offer a unique perspective on the Middle East and the war on terrorism," has extended its availability into six states, creating a potential audience of nearly 2 million.

A religious figure who appeared on the channel on Oct. 3 said Muslims have a duty to change America and to increase their numbers to 50% of the population from 2%. He recommended that Islamic law be implemented in American courts.

On Oct. 5, a discussant offered a solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict: "For the Jews to leave and return to Europe."

Throughout the day, Bridges TV airs segments of Koranic verses, quite a few of which denounce "unbelievers." One notable verse that aired Oct. 9 praised martyrdom.

Since the Islamic holy month of Ramadan began, the channel has been showing official, Saudi government-controlled Wahhabi sermons from Mecca, with English subtitles.