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Musa Damao

    Islam, der Westen und die Welt
    Auf der Suche nach Unabhängigkeit
    Islam, the West and the World
    In Search of Independence
    • 2022

      In Search of Independence

      From Moro Revolt to the Remaking of Bangsamoro

      • 184 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The narrative explores the Bangsamoro people's enduring quest for independence from the Philippine Republic, highlighting their assertion of self-determination since the country's independence post-World War II. It details the resistance led by Moro datus against the annexation of Mindanao, rooted in their distinct cultural and religious identity. The book chronicles the formation of revolutionary movements, notably the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and its offshoot, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), emphasizing their struggles and negotiations for autonomy and independence.

      In Search of Independence
    • 2022

      Islam, the West and the World

      The Shifting Sands of Global Politics from Prophetic Era to Post-American World

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The book explores the evolution of Islamic history and the impact of colonialism on the Muslim world, detailing how European domination shifted power dynamics. It examines the aftermath of World War conflicts that led to the U.S. emergence as a global leader, promoting Western values during its unipolar moment post-Soviet Union. However, the rise of nations like China, Russia, and Iran signifies a challenge to U.S. supremacy. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic is presented as a pivotal moment in history, accelerating the transition from a single superpower to a multipolar world.

      Islam, the West and the World