A senior al-Qaeda figure has framed the group’s long-standing conflict as a holy struggle against Western powers, explicitly naming the United States, Britain, and Russia as adversaries in the fight. The statement reflects the enduring ideological justification for militant actions, positioning the conflict as part of a broader resistance against foreign intervention. While the remarks echo familiar rhetoric, they underscore the persistence of al-Qaeda’s transnational grievances decades after its founding. The claim raises questions about the group’s evolving tactics and its ability to sustain influence amid shifting global security dynamics.
Ashrafi said Osama bin Laden had "been fighting for Islam against the Russians, Americans, and British."
