Geo News exclusive interview with
Al-Qaida leader Shaykh Mustapha Abu al-Yazeed
GEO News is a Pakistani based news channel.
22-07-2008
Q: 1.
It is rumoured in some areas that Al-Qaeda is supported by the United States. How
would you respond?
Ans.1.
This is a ridiculous charge.
It was exposed when sheikh Osama bin laden proclaimed jihad against the united
states. Al-Qaeda launched a series of attacks against us installations and
interests in Kenya, Tanzania, parts of Yemen, Somalia and finally the wtc on
9/11.
This proves, beyond any shadow of doubt, that the accusation of Al-Qaeda being
supported by the us, is a blatant lie. “qaeda-al-jehad” was founded by sheikh
Osama bin laden, sheikh abu Obaida Panjsheri and Abu Hafs Misri so as to make
Afghanistan the global centre of Mujahideen who had gathered there from all over
the world.
Q 2. Sheikh said, why is Al-Qaeda waging jihad against the US?
Ans.2. Jihad was launched against the United States since it has assumed the role of a
modern day pharoah, the evil empire-leading crusades against the Muslims.
The US backs and supports Israel in its repression and occupation of the
Palestinian lands and its people.
The US forces have established bases in almost all Muslim states, be it
Afghanistan or the holy Makkah or even Madina; to coerce Muslims and exploit
their wealth.
US-led sanctions against Iraq have martyred hundreds of thousands of innocent
Iraqi children, due to unavailability of food and lack of health care.
Q 3.
Do you differentiate between American people and the state itself - or do you
consider all Americans your enemy?
Ans. 3.
We have reached a point where we see no difference between the state and
American people. The united states is a non-Muslim state bent on the destruction
of Muslims. It is the American people who have voted George bush into power,
knowing fully well his anti-Muslim credentials. America remained witness to the
anti-Muslim agenda of George bush in his first serving term as president, but
they did not learn.
They brought him into power a second time. The Americans empower their
government and army to annihilate the Muslims.
It is possible that some parts of the American society may not like to encourage
atrocities towards the Muslim world - we call upon them to stop their cruel
leaders by voting against them.
Q 4. The us is claiming success in Afghanistan, and also for controlling
militancy
in the area.
Ans.4.
This is yet another false claim. We are fighting with conviction and
steadfastness, inflicting greater damages to their troops and installations. The
us has been unable to make any strategic headway. Last month they lost 47
members of their army, which they haven't bothered to quote.
The us army tried to use some tribal against the Mujahideen and appealed to
NATO countries to send more troops but no country is ready to deploy additional
troops to Afghanistan.
Canada on the other hand has threatened to pull out its forces if more nato
replacements are not sent.
With the onset of summer, our military action has increased tremendously. A fact
that the united states has itself accepted. We have achieved success in
Jalalabad, Kabul and Helmand.
We have even destroyed u.s. Helicopters in Khost, Jalalabad and Helmand -
reports of which have been carried by media worldwide.
The Mujahideen are hopeful and high spirited. They are now expanding their areas
of operations and carrying out actions in northern provinces too.
And by the will of god, we will be able to wrestle Afghanistan free of foreign
occupation very soon.
Q 5. What do you say about the us charge that Khalid sheikh Mohammad was the
mastermind of 9/11 wtc action?
Ans.5.
Khalid Shaikh is a heroic warrior of Islam and the Muslims can be rightly proud
of him. We pray for his early release. Regarding the charges of his involvement
in 9/11, he will respond to them in court.
Q 6. What is the future of the Karzai government?
Ans.6.
His future will be no different to that of other puppet governments in
Afghanistan.
He conspired with the Americans against the Muslims whom he tortured and helped
send to Guantanamo bay.
We tried attacking him but he survived. We will take him to task once we enter
Kabul. History will adjudge him a traitor.
Q 7. Sheikh Saeed which country is supporting Al-Qaeda and if not why?
Ans.7.
Not a single Muslim country supports our movement as they have sold their souls
to the infidels. They are traitors and their only motive is to remain in power.
Q 8. And is there any Muslim government who you hold responsible for damaging your
cause the most?
Ans.8.
Sadly it is the government of Pakistan which has caused most damage to our
cause. President Musharraf violated the trust of Muslims and contributed to
destroying the Islamic government of Afghanistan.
He betrayed the Mujahideen who protected Pakistan from the soviet army. In
return, afghan, Arab and other Mujahideen were bombed and killed. They were
tortured, thrown into dungeons and handed over to the Americans.
Q 9.
How many people took part in the 9/11 action and who was the plan's mastermind?
Ans.9.
As many as 19 people participated in this heroic deed, though there were many
others who were responsible for planning the whole action. It is not wise to
mention their names.
Q 10. Are you getting help from some tribal areas of Pakistan for your cause in
Afghanistan?
Ans.10.
Yes, we are getting support from some people in Pakistan's tribal areas. They
helped in jihad against the soviet union and are now supporting us against the
united states.
Waging jihad is compulsory for all Muslims. And we ask educated people like
doctors and engineers to join our struggle. We also need financial support to
further our cause.
Q 11. Is Al-Qaeda responsible for bombing the Danish embassy?
Ans.11.
We claim responsibility for the attack as they had committed blasphemy against
the holy prophet (pbuh).
It was carried out by a Saudi national who had lived in the holy land of Makkah
and Madina and came all the way to take revenge against the doers of this
blasphemous deed.
It is wrong to say that "innocent people were killed in the incident" as we had
ensured that no collateral damage takes place.
Q 12. What is your view on suicide bombings? Is it justified under
Islamic law?
Ans.12.
Sometimes in military engagement, attacking the enemy is not possible with
conventional tactics, therefore we have to adopt this method for getting closer
to the target and ensuring it is neutralised.
Regarding the edicts of the self professed Ullema, that this tactic is against
the spirit of Islam, they have no shariah validity as they do not understand the
realities of war. Most of them are making these proclamations on the directions
of the "enemy of Islam."
Q 13. Do you term the attack on Pakistan's former interior minister Aftab
Sherpao in a
mosque as a right step?
Ans.13.
We had strongly criticised the act as none of our Mujahideen carried it out.
Our ranks are under strict instructions against carrying out attacks in mosques
or in situations where Muslims may become targets.
We believe the attack may have been carried out by security agencies to make our
cadre and cause look weak.
We also sent out an explanatory response to attacks on mosques - but the
newspapers portrayed a different version to ours. We urge our Muslim brothers
not to believe the lies fed to them by American governments or secret agencies -
but to have faith in the Mujahideen and their cause.