Tahir Abbas

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Articles

Parallel Pursuits: Examining the Similarities Between Hindutva and Zionism Through the Lens of Gaza and Kashmir

1 week ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Both Hindutva and Zionism, as potent and often controversial political ideologies, share striking similarities in their core tenets, historical trajectories, and their impact on the populations within contested territories. While distinct in their religious and cultural origins, both movements are rooted in ethno-nationalist aspirations that seek to define nationhood through a specific religious or ethnic identity and lay claim to ancestral lands.
Entangled Occupations: Unveiling the Parallels Between Palestine and Kashmir

2 weeks ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

The seemingly disparate struggles for self-determination in Palestine and Kashmir reveal deeply unsettling parallels when examined beyond the surface narratives often presented in global discourse. Both situations are rooted in complex historical legacies, primarily stemming from post-colonial partitions and the subsequent denial of promised or anticipated sovereignty.
Escalating Tensions Following the Pahalgam Attack

2 weeks ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

The fragile peace in the disputed region of Kashmir was shattered on 22 April 2025 by a deadly attack in the scenic meadow of Baisaran, near Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir. Gunmen opened fire on tourists, killing at least 26 people, mostly Indian nationals, and injuring many others. This event was the deadliest attack on civilians and tourists in the region in years, instantly escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbouring countries of India and Pakistan.
Fear and Hate in Islamophobia: Understanding the Divide for a More Cohesive Europe

1 month ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

The spectre of anti-Muslim sentiment, discrimination, and violence looms large across Western Europe, casting a shadow over the ideals of multiculturalism and tolerance that have long been foundational to the region’s identity.
“Kidnapping?” The Street Detention of Tufts Student Rumeysa Ozturk by Plainclothes ICE Agents

1 month ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow4 min read·--The recent detention of Tufts University doctoral student Rumeysa Ozturk by masked federal agents in an unmarked car sends a chilling message that resonates far beyond the academic community. This act, reminiscent of tactics employed by authoritarian regimes, represents a stark departure from the principles of due process and free expression that are supposedly foundational to American democracy.
Adolescence (Netflix, 2025) - A Short Review

1 month ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow2 min read·--This new Netflix series has generated a great deal of attention, as it deals with an important subject matter, namely the online radicalisation of young boys that leads to violent misogyny in some cases, some of which have been horrific.
Immigration, Far-Right Politics, and the Crisis of Liberal Democracies: A Commentary

2 months ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow4 min read·--Immigration has long been a politically sensitive issue in Western democracies, with its roots embedded in post-war migration patterns into Europe. However, what we are witnessing today is an intensification of hostility toward immigration, driven not merely by socioeconomic concerns but by a deeper ideological shift: the rise of authoritarian populist politics.
The Great Resegregation: Is America Reliving the Past?

2 months ago | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow6 min read·--The resurgence of attacks against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the United States has ignited a contentious debate about the nation’s commitment to equality and social progress. With President Donald Trump spearheading efforts to dismantle DEI programs, many are questioning whether America is regressing, potentially undoing decades of civil rights advancements.
The Shattering Silence: How Race Shapes the Narrative of Mass Violence

Feb 6, 2025 | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow5 min read·--Source: ITV.comIn the wake of the devastating mass shooting at an adult education centre in Örebro, Sweden, where 11 lives were lost and several injured, including the perpetrator, the world paused in collective disbelief. Yet, the narrative that unfolded was not merely one of shock and grief; it was a complex interplay of race, media framing, and societal biases.
From Lynx to Legacy: Reimagining Masculinity and Identity in the British Muslim Experience

Feb 3, 2025 | tahirabbas.medium.com | Tahir Abbas

Prof. Tahir Abbas·Follow6 min read·--Defending the Community or The Impact of Racism, Gang Culture, and Institutional Failures on British Muslim Youth TodayDuring the turbulent years of the 1970s and 1980s in Birmingham, where racist skinheads roamed the streets and young British Muslims grappled with issues of identity and belonging, the Lynx gang rose not as criminals but as protectors, a band of brothers standing up for their community against a wave of hatred.