In this interview, Roshan Muhammed Salih, editor of Five Pillars UK, a Muslim community website and social media platform, engaged in a heated debate about the role of religion in Middle Eastern conflicts, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Things quickly turned confrontational as Salif and the host, James Whale, clashed over their differing views on religion, the nature of conflicts in the region, and the designation of Hamas as a terrorist organization. The exchange highlighted the complexities of discussing religious identity and its impact on political conflicts.

The interview took the initial confrontational turn when James Whale asked Salih if Hamas should be considered a terrorist organization. Salif hesitated to give a direct answer, citing legal restrictions in the UK that prevent him from praising or glorifying Hamas. James expressed his frustration and accused Salif of evading the question, suggesting that his reluctance to condemn Hamas implied support for the organization.

James Whale was joined in the studio by Ash Gould and Lizzie Cundy.

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