Hamas’s statement here accords with Islamic law. Kidnapping infidels and releasing them for ransom or killing them, as well as enslaving them if that option is deemed most advantageous for the Muslims, is fully sanctioned in Islamic law: “As for the captives, the amir [ruler] has the choice of taking the most beneficial action of … Continue reading Hamas reminds Abbas of Islamic law, says kidnapping IDF soldiers is at the heart of “Palestinian” culture