Why is it only called a terrorist incident in the West when Muslims are involved?

[Cricket Warrior]

Just look at what happened on a train in Cambridgeshire recently nine people were left fighting for their lives after a brutal stabbing. Armed police rushed in counter-terror units were activated and the situation was declared a “major incident.” For a moment authorities even triggered the emergency protocol for a potential terror attack. But once the dust settled, the word terrorism quietly disappeared from the conversation.

Now imagine if the attackers had been Muslim. The headlines would’ve screamed terrorist attack before any motive was confirmed. That’s the double standard we’re dealing with. Violence by Muslims is instantly politicized and labeled terrorism, while similar acts by others are framed as isolated, personal, or mental health-related.

This isn’t just about language it shapes public perception, fuels stereotypes, and distracts from the fact that extremism comes in many forms. If we’re serious about tackling violence, we need to be consistent in how we talk about it.

 

[aboveandbeyond]

Just look at what happened on a train in Cambridgeshire recently nine people were left fighting for their lives after a brutal stabbing. Armed police rushed in counter-terror units were activated and the situation was declared a “major incident.” For a moment authorities even triggered the emergency protocol for a potential terror attack. But once the dust settled, the word terrorism quietly disappeared from the conversation.

Now imagine if the attackers had been Muslim. The headlines would’ve screamed terrorist attack before any motive was confirmed. That’s the double standard we’re dealing with. Violence by Muslims is instantly politicized and labeled terrorism, while similar acts by others are framed as isolated, personal, or mental health-related.

This isn’t just about language it shapes public perception, fuels stereotypes, and distracts from the fact that extremism comes in many forms. If we’re serious about tackling violence, we need to be consistent in how we talk about it.

The Western leaders refuse to admit the actions of a Extreme Colonial state complicit in Clear Genocide. For me, that says everything

 

[Rajdeep]

How do you know the religion of the attackers? It has not been revealed yet.

Only thing that is revealed so far is the race of the suspects and both being black.

Remember Lee Rigby's murderers?

 

[RexRex]

Just look at what happened on a train in Cambridgeshire recently nine people were left fighting for their lives after a brutal stabbing. Armed police rushed in counter-terror units were activated and the situation was declared a “major incident.” For a moment authorities even triggered the emergency protocol for a potential terror attack. But once the dust settled, the word terrorism quietly disappeared from the conversation.

Now imagine if the attackers had been Muslim. The headlines would’ve screamed terrorist attack before any motive was confirmed. That’s the double standard we’re dealing with. Violence by Muslims is instantly politicized and labeled terrorism, while similar acts by others are framed as isolated, personal, or mental health-related.

This isn’t just about language it shapes public perception, fuels stereotypes, and distracts from the fact that extremism comes in many forms. If we’re serious about tackling violence, we need to be consistent in how we talk about it.

It's declared terrorism when the crimes are committed as an act of revenge or an ideological response to some other event or incident.

 

[uppercut]

Just look at what happened on a train in Cambridgeshire recently nine people were left fighting for their lives after a brutal stabbing. Armed police rushed in counter-terror units were activated and the situation was declared a “major incident.” For a moment authorities even triggered the emergency protocol for a potential terror attack. But once the dust settled, the word terrorism quietly disappeared from the conversation.

Now imagine if the attackers had been Muslim. The headlines would’ve screamed terrorist attack before any motive was confirmed. That’s the double standard we’re dealing with. Violence by Muslims is instantly politicized and labeled terrorism, while similar acts by others are framed as isolated, personal, or mental health-related.

This isn’t just about language it shapes public perception, fuels stereotypes, and distracts from the fact that extremism comes in many forms. If we’re serious about tackling violence, we need to be consistent in how we talk about it.

Its very simple and can be explained in two words: track record. The day people from other religions begin to indulge in such large scale violence on the basis of religion then they will also be treated likewise.

 

[guard]

Its very simple and can be explained in two words: track record. The day people from other religions begin to indulge in such large scale violence on the basis of religion then they will also be treated likewise.

The Jews are doing just that… they’ve got the get out of jail card..

 

[aboveandbeyond]

Its very simple and can be explained in two words: track record. The day people from other religions begin to indulge in such large scale violence on the basis of religion then they will also be treated likewise.

British Empires colonialism was based on Crusade in certain Countries.

 

[Justcrazy]

That is the amount of brain wash they have done.

 

[Rajdeep]

British Empires colonialism was based on Crusade in certain Countries.

I regularly see Britishers get blamed for colonialism. Even though modern Brits has nothing to do with the past sins but most countries around the world attach that stigma with them. I don't think there is a single country around the world, East or West, that likes Britain.

 

[guard]

If any other religion was targeted the way Islam and Muslims have been… then the outcome would be the same if not worse…

 

[Patriot]

There’s probably some inconsistency but generally they label any killing or murder that’s motivated by ideology as terrorism. So, whether it’s right wing, some Muslim extremist or trans killer, they will call it terrorism. If it’s just mindless killing with no real motive then it won’t be, which this train attack seems to be.

 

[Champ_Pal]

Ever since 911, Terrorism has become synonymous with Islam and Muslims. Many of the videos circulating in social media where Muslims were advocating for Sharia or they are going to take over the West keeps the fear alive.
We have to realize that the world is USA. It has been that way since USSR fell. The narrative in US is what dictates the fate of any country or group or race and the way they are perceived by the rest of the world.
I do believe most of the Muslims are wonderful citizens wherever they are. But the minority of Muslims that cause trouble are very vocal. It is what is shown in the media.

This is a bit similar to Indian getting targeted these days in the West. The minority Indians (mostly illiterate and illegal) who do pathetic stuff in the West gave a bad rep for all Indians irrespective of religion.

 

[Champ_Pal]

I regularly see Britishers get blamed for colonialism. Even though modern Brits has nothing to do with the past sins but most countries around the world attach that stigma with them. I don't think there is a single country around the world, East or West, that likes Britain.

Brits looted for sure. But they also brought a lot of new ideas and modern education and tech to Asia, Africa and Oceania.

If not for British and their introduction of vaccines, most of us may not even exist. Infant mortality was extremely high in India. 25% would die before Age 1 and another 20% would die before age 5. Others used to succumb to simple diseases due to lack of knowledge. Many would be maimed and disfigured by diseases like Small pox, Polio etc. They also introduced automobiles, paved roads, bridges and rail network.

There are 2 sides to the British raj. One is looting and the other was the benefits it introduced. While they are rightfully bashed, they also did some good things. India was going no where without the introduction of Western education. It is an unpopular opinion of mine. It is what it is.

 

[Suleiman]

once you know who owns the mainstream news agencies, you will see common buzzwords associated with certain religious groups / races but not with other religious groups / races.

These agencies used to be able to get away with yellow journalism before the advent of social media and smartphones, and so they could control the narrative in major conflicts like Palestine-Israel, but now with live footage available from both sides, and being able to have access to every news article on the same topic with a touch of a finger, people are not as easy to manipulate anymore.

Usually we hear about how social media and smartphones are bad for the younger gen and wish for “simpler times” but this is a case where we should be grateful to have it as a tool.

There are high school kids with entire manifestos or random white dude shooting up schools or even churches, yet they are almost always dubbed “mentally disturbed”…. Hmm I wonder why

 

[Hitman]

I regularly see Britishers get blamed for colonialism. Even though modern Brits has nothing to do with the past sins but most countries around the world attach that stigma with them. I don't think there is a single country around the world, East or West, that likes Britain.

The difference being that modern day Brits are civilized enough not to boast or take pride of their ancestor's dark past.

 

[Hitman]

Its very simple and can be explained in two words: track record. The day people from other religions begin to indulge in such large scale violence on the basis of religion then they will also be treated likewise.

Perfectly said.

 

[sweep_shot]

once you know who owns the mainstream news agencies, you will see common buzzwords associated with certain religious groups / races but not with other religious groups / races.

These agencies used to be able to get away with yellow journalism before the advent of social media and smartphones, and so they could control the narrative in major conflicts like Palestine-Israel, but now with live footage available from both sides, and being able to have access to every news article on the same topic with a touch of a finger, people are not as easy to manipulate anymore.

Usually we hear about how social media and smartphones are bad for the younger gen and wish for “simpler times” but this is a case where we should be grateful to have it as a tool.

There are high school kids with entire manifestos or random white dude shooting up schools or even churches, yet they are almost always dubbed “mentally disturbed”…. Hmm I wonder why

Agree.

Social media have been bad for the Zionists. They can no longer control the narrative.

 

[Stewie]

It's declared terrorism when the crimes are committed as an act of revenge or an ideological response to some other event or incident.

Operation TANDOOR fits that definition pretty well

 

[RexRex]

Operation TANDOOR fits that definition pretty well

Most of the world outside of Pakistan saw Operation Tandoor as a counter-terrorism operation.

 

[Stewie]

Most of the world outside of Pakistan saw Operation Tandoor as a counter-terrorism operation.

Not by your definition. Was it a Freudian slip?

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

Brits looted for sure. But they also brought a lot of new ideas and modern education and tech to Asia, Africa and Oceania.

If not for British and their introduction of vaccines, most of us may not even exist. Infant mortality was extremely high in India. 25% would die before Age 1 and another 20% would die before age 5. Others used to succumb to simple diseases due to lack of knowledge. Many would be maimed and disfigured by diseases like Small pox, Polio etc. They also introduced automobiles, paved roads, bridges and rail network.

There are 2 sides to the British raj. One is looting and the other was the benefits it introduced. While they are rightfully bashed, they also did some good things. India was going no where without the introduction of Western education. It is an unpopular opinion of mine. It is what it is.

I agree with you here. Britain modernised India, and many Indians recognise this, and that is why Indians in the UK tend to adopt a servile and humble mentality which is appreciated by the Anglo Saxons. Pakistanis and Muslims in general tend to be less deferential and this can wind up the locals the wrong way.

 

[HalBass9]

once you know who owns the mainstream news agencies, you will see common buzzwords associated with certain religious groups / races but not with other religious groups / races.

These agencies used to be able to get away with yellow journalism before the advent of social media and smartphones, and so they could control the narrative in major conflicts like Palestine-Israel, but now with live footage available from both sides, and being able to have access to every news article on the same topic with a touch of a finger, people are not as easy to manipulate anymore.

Usually we hear about how social media and smartphones are bad for the younger gen and wish for “simpler times” but this is a case where we should be grateful to have it as a tool.

There are high school kids with entire manifestos or random white dude shooting up schools or even churches, yet they are almost always dubbed “mentally disturbed”…. Hmm I wonder why

Those buzzwords has stopped working long time ago, case in point, NYC mayor elections, the only two groups trying to keep it relevant are Hindutva and the other group that Hindutva can't stop prostrating to.