Mustafa Al-Dabbagh
musdabbagh.bsky.social
Mustafa Al-Dabbagh
@musdabbagh.bsky.social
Activist. Writer. Media & PR Consulting. Interest in current affairs, media, politics. Views my own.
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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
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
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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"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The answer lies not in doubling down on outdated alliances, nor in waiting for others to make room for us.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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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"Answer for UK Muslims lies not in outdated alliances nor in waiting for others, but in forging our own political path with moral pragmatism"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
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.
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
July 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Child Sexual Exploitation is a vile crime and those perpetrators must be punished.
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
June 17, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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.
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
June 13, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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.
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
Whilst these sanctions are welcome, more needs to be done to hold those responsible for atrocities in Gaza to account.
🚨 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.
June 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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
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 1:18 PM
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
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
@mrjamesob.bsky.social this is something right up your alley.

With a special shout out to your book "How they broke Britain".
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
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
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
After 15 months of genocide in Gaza, a ceasefire offers relief—but justice means accountability for war crimes, lifting the siege, and restoring Palestinians' rights. My latest in Byline Times:

bylinetimes.com/2025/01/17/g...
Gaza Ceasefire Is Just the Beginning of the Path to Justice for Palestine
'Without accountability, impunity will prevail, and the cycle of violence will continue'
https://bylinetimes.com/2025/01/17/gaza-ceasefire-justice-palestine/"
January 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
As news of a ceasefire and deal emerges, let us remember: this is just the first step towards accountability. True justice will only be achieved when those responsible for the genocide in Gaza are held accountable for their crimes.
January 15, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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@hasanpatel.bsky.social and I delve into how fear might win elections, but it’s hope that drives real change. If we want to tackle the big challenges leaders need to inspire, not just divide.

eaworldview.com/2024/11/why-...
Why Fear Overtook Hope in 2024's Elections Around The World - EA WorldView
"Fear is easier to sell than hope when institutions seem to be failing. To reclaim hope, politicians must dare to dream, disrupt, & inspire."
eaworldview.com
December 2, 2024 at 11:25 AM
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Latest scribe with @musdabbagh.bsky.social on why fear has trumped hope as #democracy is under threat or strain eaworldview.com/2024/11/why-...
Why Fear Overtook Hope in 2024's Elections Around The World - EA WorldView
"Fear is easier to sell than hope when institutions seem to be failing. To reclaim hope, politicians must dare to dream, disrupt, & inspire."
eaworldview.com
December 2, 2024 at 4:58 PM
@hasanpatel.bsky.social and I delve into how fear might win elections, but it’s hope that drives real change. If we want to tackle the big challenges leaders need to inspire, not just divide.

eaworldview.com/2024/11/why-...
Why Fear Overtook Hope in 2024's Elections Around The World - EA WorldView
"Fear is easier to sell than hope when institutions seem to be failing. To reclaim hope, politicians must dare to dream, disrupt, & inspire."
eaworldview.com
December 2, 2024 at 11:25 AM
David Miller is no ally of Muslims and is driven by arrogance and ego.

Throwing Islamophobic accusations of supporting ISIS at Muslims who disagree with him is disgraceful. Opposing imperialism and Zionism means nothing if you excuse Russian and Iranian oppression. He’s a hypocrite, not an ally.
December 1, 2024 at 9:38 PM