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Mustafa Al-Dabbagh
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Activist. Writer. Media & PR Consulting. Interest in current affairs, media, politics. Views my own.
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Sections of the UK media are again whipping up manufactured outrage about the so called “Muslim Brotherhood”.

We’ve seen this playbook before, and the same forces are driving it again.

I break down what’s behind this recycled panic:
What is driving Britain's Muslim Brotherhood panic?
Foreign smear campaigns, lobbying and domestic opportunism have turned a vague label into a political weapon that treats British Muslim civil society as inherently suspect
www.middleeasteye.net
December 8, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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musdabbagh.bsky.social
We talk a lot about Britain’s challenges but rarely about the people ready to meet them.

My latest on the role British Muslims can play in rebuilding the UK.

eaworldview.com/2025/12/brit...
Britain's Muslims Are Ready to Rebuild the UK - But is the UK Ready to Let Them? - EA WorldView
"Every part of the nation must be included in the work of shaping its direction. British Muslims are ready to play that role. Will UK let us?"
eaworldview.com
December 4, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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" #Britain cannot afford to leave so much of its own potential untapped

This requires political courage. It requires institutions that see #Muslim communities as partners, not problems. A willingness to imagine a Britain where all of us feel we have something to protect and something to build"
December 4, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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#Britain 's #Muslims Are Ready to Rebuild the UK --- But is the UK Ready to Let Them? (Mustafa al-Dabbagh)

eaworldview.com/2025/12/brit...
Britain's Muslims Are Ready to Rebuild the UK - But is the UK Ready to Let Them? - EA WorldView
"Every part of the nation must be included in the work of shaping its direction. British Muslims are ready to play that role. Will UK let us?"
eaworldview.com
December 4, 2025 at 7:38 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
We talk a lot about Britain’s challenges but rarely about the people ready to meet them.

My latest on the role British Muslims can play in rebuilding the UK.

eaworldview.com/2025/12/brit...
Britain's Muslims Are Ready to Rebuild the UK - But is the UK Ready to Let Them? - EA WorldView
"Every part of the nation must be included in the work of shaping its direction. British Muslims are ready to play that role. Will UK let us?"
eaworldview.com
December 4, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Read our latest @musdabbagh.bsky.social as we wrap up Islamophobia Awareness Month by dissecting the power of language - and who it harms.

muslimcouncil.substack.com/p/what-does-...
What does it mean to be an 'Islamist'?
Mustafa Al-Dabbagh wraps up Islamophobia Awareness Month by dissecting the power of language - and who it harms...
muslimcouncil.substack.com
November 28, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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How UK is setting aside international law from #migrants to #refugees to #Gaza to detachment from European Court of Human Rights

"We are slipping backwards. History tells us how quickly the fall can come"

#Labour #Starmer
November 2, 2025 at 7:33 AM
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scottlucas.bsky.social
The UK’s Threat to #InternationalLaw (Mustafa al-Dabbagh)

#Migrants #Refugees #Gaza #Starmer #ECHR

eaworldview.com/2025/11/uk-t...
The UK's Threat to International Law - EA WorldView
UK sets aside international law from migrants to refugees to Gaza: "We are slipping backwards. History tells us how quickly the fall can come"
eaworldview.com
November 2, 2025 at 7:30 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
When international law collapses, so do our rights.

From Gaza to Westminster, the rules that once restrained power are being rewritten or ignored.

In my latest piece, I explore how Britain, once an architect of the post-war order, is now complicit in its erosion.

eaworldview.com/2025/11/uk-t...
The UK's Threat to International Law - EA WorldView
UK sets aside international law from migrants to refugees to Gaza: "We are slipping backwards. History tells us how quickly the fall can come"
eaworldview.com
November 2, 2025 at 8:31 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
This is what the degradation of international law looks like

From Israel’s genocide in Gaza, to Trump, and now Britain’s PM, a former human rights lawyer trying, to undermine these protections.

Let’s not act surprised when dictators follow the same playbook

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
PM wants to change how international law used in asylum cases
The UK needs to
www.bbc.co.uk
October 1, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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scottlucas.bsky.social
"UK #Muslims are asking a fundamental question: where do we go from here?

The answer lies not in doubling down on outdated alliances, nor in waiting for others to make room for us. It lies in something more urgent and more honest: forging our own political path — one rooted in moral pragmatism"
September 29, 2025 at 6:04 AM
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scottlucas.bsky.social
Meeting the Challenge: UK #Muslims and Moral Pragmatism (Mustafa Al-Dabbagh)

#Decency #Tolerance

eaworldview.com/2025/09/uk-m...
Meeting the Challenge: UK Muslims and Moral Pragmatism - EA WorldView
"Answer for UK Muslims lies not in outdated alliances nor in waiting for others, but in forging our own political path with moral pragmatism"
eaworldview.com
September 29, 2025 at 6:02 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Gaza has exposed the bankruptcy of our political leaders.

For 25 years, British Muslim have been tied to the left, only on their terms. In my new piece for EA WorldView, I argue the next 25 years must chart a new course, rooted in moral pragmatism:

eaworldview.com/2025/09/uk-m...
Meeting the Challenge: UK Muslims and Moral Pragmatism - EA WorldView
"Answer for UK Muslims lies not in outdated alliances nor in waiting for others, but in forging our own political path with moral pragmatism"
eaworldview.com
September 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
The state of British media is telling: more outrage over a protest group and an ill-advised chant at a music festival than over the killing of tens of thousands in Gaza.

Genocide is unfolding, but the real scandal, apparently, is those who are shouting too loudly about it.
mcb.org.uk Muslim Council of Britain @mcb.org.uk · Jul 2
STATEMENT: MCB Slams Muted Silence on Genocide While Outrage Mounts Over Protest

By ignoring the concerns raised by UN experts, the government is choosing to silence protestors rather than address the root causes of the genocide being carried out by Israeli forces.

Read in full: lnkd.in/e8zKsNbs
MCB Muslim Council of Britain MCB Slams Muted Silence on Genocide While Outrage Mounts Over Protest “Whilst we consistently advocate for protest to remain within the law, the government’s decision to proscribe Palestine Action is deeply alarming and sets a dangerous precedent for civil liberties in the UK. Once again, we are witnessing disproportionate crackdowns on those raising their voices against the UK’s complicity in the ongoing genocide in Gaza while the government takes no real steps to end the slaughter or ensure meaningful humanitarian aid reaches Palestinians. Criticism of the IDF, a military occupation force engaged in mass violence, is being cynically reframed as antisemitism to shut down legitimate dissent. Meanwhile, the IDF continues to commit war crimes with impunity.” Mustafa Al-Dabbagh Assistant Secretary-General Wednesday 2nd July 2025
July 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Child Sexual Exploitation is a vile crime and those perpetrators must be punished.
mcb.org.uk Muslim Council of Britain @mcb.org.uk · Jun 17
We welcome the Prime Minister’s Announcement of a statutory inquiry into Child Sexual Exploitation - and stand firmly with the victims of these abhorrent crimes.

Exploiting these horrific crimes to push bigotry derails real justice.

Read our full statement below.

Read online: lnkd.in/eKAidGtq
A public statement from the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) titled “MCB Welcomes CSE Inquiry, Urges Evidence-Led Approach Over Scapegoating.” The statement supports the UK Prime Minister's announcement of a statutory inquiry into Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), emphasizing the need for a broad, evidence-based investigation rather than a narrow focus on group-based exploitation, which comprises only 3.5% of cases. The message highlights the MCB’s solidarity with victims, rejects scapegoating of minority communities, and calls for unity and fair policymaking. The statement is attributed to Dr. Wajid Akhter, Secretary General, and dated Tuesday 17th June 2025. The design features white and gold text on a maroon background, with the MCB logo at the top.
June 17, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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With Israel's actions, we are witnessing the collapse of the rules-based order and international law. This flies in the face of everything Britain claims to stand for. What we’re seeing sends a clear message to every dictator: act as you wish, there will be no consequences.
mcb.org.uk Muslim Council of Britain @mcb.org.uk · Jun 13
The Muslim Council of Britain condemns in the strongest possible terms Israel’s latest military strikes on Tehran, which have seen residential areas engulfed in flames.

It is time for Britain to stop turning a blind eye.

Read in full: tinyurl.com/3ckhhe45
Snippet from Press Release, dated 13th June: Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Britain, said: “This is the act of a genocidal regime dragging the world toward catastrophic war. Netanyahu, indicted for war crimes, unleashes terror with impunity while civilians burn – and Israel is handed a blank cheque. The UK Government’s silence is complicity. Enough with the double standards. If any other state had committed a fraction of these crimes, sanctions would be immediate. Yet Israel is shielded, indulged, and excused. The international community has failed again and again and history will remember this cowardice. Every delay, every deflection, every refusal to name the aggressor makes us all complicit. Justice demands more than words.”
June 13, 2025 at 11:48 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Horrific news this morning. Thoughts and prayers with all the victims and their families.

Those in the Gatwick area, and those who need support, irregardles of faith or background MCB has set up a dedicated line and is working with Gatwick Islamic Centre to help.
mcb.org.uk Muslim Council of Britain @mcb.org.uk · Jun 12
We are saddened by the tragic news of the plane crash this morning en route from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, which has been reported to have no survivors. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives. We pray for comfort, strength, and patience for all during this time.
June 12, 2025 at 1:27 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Whilst these sanctions are welcome, more needs to be done to hold those responsible for atrocities in Gaza to account.
mcb.org.uk Muslim Council of Britain @mcb.org.uk · Jun 10
🚨 MCB Statement

The MCB welcomes the UK travel ban and asset freeze of far-right Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich - but after over 55,000 Palestinian deaths, it isn’t enough. We continue to push for further action.
MCB Press Statement Reads: The Muslim Council of Britain cautiously welcomes this overdue travel ban and assets frozen of Israeli far-right ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over their culpability in Gaza. Although it arrives in the wake of immense suffering and loss of life, where over 55,000 Palestinians have been killed. We must acknowledge that those responsible for such atrocities must face justice, including those who enabled and perpetuated such horrors. While this step is a beginning, it is not enough. The MCB will carry on calling and campaigning for Britain to recognise Palestine as a sovereign, independent state, demand an immediate end to the mass killing of civilians, ensure the safe return of all hostages on both sides, facilitate the immediate and unrestricted entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza and cease all arms exports and military support to the Israeli government."
June 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Much has been made by bad faith actors trying to paint this week’s Qur’an burning conviction as a blasphemy law in disguise. It wasn’t.

Here’s my latest, outlining the Muslim Council of Britain's position and what the judgement was really about.

muslimcouncil.substack.com/p/quran-burn...
June 4, 2025 at 11:53 AM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Last week IPSO ruled in favour of MAB against The Telegraph. The manufactured outrage that followed wasn’t about free speech, it was an attempt to subvert the institutions that hold power to account.

My latest below.

Please read and share.

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How UK's Hard Right Is Attacking An Independent Press Over Muslims - EA WorldView
Can those in power be held to account when they distort the truth? According to the UK's right wing, the answer is only if they permit it.
eaworldview.com
May 6, 2025 at 1:18 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Last week IPSO ruled in favour of MAB against The Telegraph. The manufactured outrage that followed wasn’t about free speech, it was an attempt to subvert the institutions that hold power to account.

My latest below.

Please read and share.

eaworldview.com/2025/05/how-...
How UK's Hard Right Is Attacking An Independent Press Over Muslims - EA WorldView
Can those in power be held to account when they distort the truth? According to the UK's right wing, the answer is only if they permit it.
eaworldview.com
May 6, 2025 at 1:16 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Ukrainians fleeing war are welcomed with open arms. Palestinians fleeing genocide in Gaza face closed doors. And when a single family is finally granted safety, politicians cry outrage. Why the double standard? 🧵
February 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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@mrjamesob.bsky.social this is something right up your alley.

With a special shout out to your book "How they broke Britain".
musdabbagh.bsky.social Mustafa Al-Dabbagh @musdabbagh.bsky.social · Feb 6
Think tanks such as Policy Exchange have had a troubling influence on the UK’s extremism policy.

My latest for @EA_WorldView explores how shadowy think tanks undermine democracy and shape government decisions—with damaging consequences.

Read here 👇
eaworldview.com/2025/02/how-...
How A Think Tank Undermined the UK's Approach to "Extremism" - EA WorldView
Amid questions around funding of think tanks and policymaking, "Britain deserves a counter-extremism strategy that is based on facts".
eaworldview.com
February 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Think tanks such as Policy Exchange have had a troubling influence on the UK’s extremism policy.

My latest for @EA_WorldView explores how shadowy think tanks undermine democracy and shape government decisions—with damaging consequences.

Read here 👇
eaworldview.com/2025/02/how-...
How A Think Tank Undermined the UK's Approach to "Extremism" - EA WorldView
Amid questions around funding of think tanks and policymaking, "Britain deserves a counter-extremism strategy that is based on facts".
eaworldview.com
February 6, 2025 at 11:35 PM
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Prevent has failed, and needs to be abolished.

Its review is a chance to replace a discriminatory, ineffective system with one that builds trust, safeguards communities, and does not treat Muslims as suspects. My take for Middle East Eye

www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/uk-p...
UK Prevent review: It's time to abolish this failing system
The British counter-terrorism strategy has disproportionately targeted Muslims, eroding civil liberties and stifling free speech
www.middleeasteye.net
January 27, 2025 at 11:21 AM