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31:52Now PlayingIn an eye-opening speech at the Royal United Services Institute, Robin Simcox, the UK's Commissioner for Countering Extremism, sounded urgent alarm bells about the rise of anti-blasphemy actions threatening free speech in the UK. In a comprehensive speech, Simcox delved into the intricacies of the issue, stating that it's driven not just by extremists but by a "fundamentalist reading of scripture," wherein all other rights, including free speech, are made subservient to defending the honor of Islam’s Prophet. He cited instances like the cancellation of the 'Lady of Heaven' film and anti-blasphemy actions at Batley Grammar School and Kettlethorpe High School. "I am not interested in nor capable of refereeing theological disputes, but you don’t need to be a theologian to say that violence, persecution, discrimination, and abuse of Ahmadis is unacceptable," Simcox said. He also discussed the broader challenges posed by Islamism, which he described as "adaptable" and guided by a supremacist worldview, cautioning that it presents an ongoing threat that shouldn't be ignored.
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