Islamic militants

By Jewel Ahmed Basabo, Dhaka
14 September 2005, 18:00 PM
I think the recent investigations on the activities of militants in Bangladesh have unearthed some very important information. Most of the arrested militants, including Bangla Bhai and Abdur Rahman, have past links with ruling alliance member Jamaat. A major source of funds for the militants is some mid east based NGOs and it is apprehended that these NGOs have close connection with Jamaat and IOJ.

The leaflet by JMB suggests what kind of state it wants. JMB's letters to Sathkhira journalists expose another side of the organisation. In recent letters JMB expressed it opposition to observation of Victory Day, Ekushe February and 15 August. They did not oppose March 26, November 7. Moreover, they are against Tagore songs, implying that they are against the current National Anthem.

There are political leaders who want to change the history of the country.

It seems Sheikh Mujib's main fault was his contribution to the country's independence, which was achieved on December 16, 1971.