Imams’ council condemns Melbourne Islamic preacher’s call to ‘take up arms’ against enemies 29. September 2026 (13:04) Independent MP Allegra Spender says the comments reinforce the need for stronger protection against hate speechGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s peak body for imams says it is “deeply concerned” about reports a Melbourne-based Islamic preacher called for followers to “take up arms against his enemies” and not take “Jews and the Christians for friends”.The Australian National Imams’ Council (ANIC) released a statement on Tuesday after Nine newspapers revealed the preacher who goes by the name Abu Ahmad made the comments during a sermon in July. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
RAF Fairford: Rubio says ‘foreign actor’ behind plot as some evacuated residents begin to return home – latest updates 29. September 2026 (11:56) US secretary of state and Donald Trump express concerns about decision to bail suspects; some residents reported as hesitant to return homeRubio says foreign actor was ‘clearly’ behind suspected RAF Fairford plotTell us: have you been affected by the incident at RAF Fairford?An MP and councillors representing the residents of the village near RAF Fairford who were evacuated due to the suspected plot have expressed scepticism and concern over the security response to threats made by Iran.Roz Savage, the MP for South Cotswolds, said she had many questions about the circumstances of how the alleged plot was averted. The Liberal Democrat MP, whose constituency covers the military base, said she would be writing to the prime minister and the defence secretary with her concerns. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
