How Mehdi Hasan Still Carries Forward His Hate Towards NON-MUSLIMS Especially Hindus

The Hinduphobic figure, Mehdi Hasan, gained notoriety for a video from 2009 in which he made disparaging remarks equating non-Muslims with 'cattle' and comparing homosexuals to 'pedophiles.' In the video (X: aliamjadrizvi),

he stated, "Once we lose the moral high ground, we are no different from the rest of the non-Muslims, from the rest of those human beings who live their lives as animals, bending any rule to fulfill any desire."

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Born of Indian descent but raised in England since childhood, Mehdi Hasan's upbringing in a diverse, multicultural society did not seem to eradicate his disdain for non-Muslims. Although he issued an apology for his remarks in 2019, it remains evident that his views on non-Muslims persist, reflecting a troubling aspect of his perspective despite his background in a multicultural environment.

Mehdi Hasan’s Biased Approach

Hasan's affiliation with Al Jazeera, a network owned by Qatar's government, is contentious due to Qatar's authoritarian regime. Critics argue that Al Jazeera promotes anti-Western and anti-Indian sentiments while espousing religious bigotry. Operating under an autocratic monarchy, Al Jazeera is accused of fostering racism and intolerance. Moreover, on the Mehdi Hasan show, discussions about Israel often feature the recurring phrase "the UN says," which is used to support numerous disputed or controversial claims. Hasan's approach to "winning arguments" also includes telling half-truths and omitting key details. This tactic allows him to avoid grappling with inconvenient facts, nuances, or complexities. Instead, Hasan opts to disregard these elements altogether, detracting from genuine understanding and fostering a one-sided narrative.

Mehdi Hasan’s Anti-India and Anti-Hindu Stance

In April 2022, MSNBC anchor Mehdi Hasan launched a scathing attack against Prime Minister Modi, questioning India's commitment to secularism. Hasan compared Modi and his BJP party to other far-right authoritarian leaders such as Putin, Orban, and Le Pen. He asserted that while the West often discusses the rise of such leaders, India's Modi and the BJP are rarely mentioned. Hasan's tirade focused on what he perceived as concerning trends under Modi's leadership, particularly regarding warnings of potential anti-Muslim violence.

In his video (X: @mehdirhasan) commentary, Hasan drew parallels between Hindu Nationalism in India and white supremacy in the West. Despite the distinct differences in ideology, Hasan attempted to equate Hindutva with anti-Semitism which reveals his evil agenda.

Mehdi Hasan (X: @mehdirhasan) had also been involved in misleading Hindus by suggesting a differentiation between "good" and "bad" Hindus, a strategy often associated with individuals critical of Hinduism and Hindutva. This approach asserts a division between "Hinduism" and "Hindutva," even though there is no distinction between the two.

In 2022, Mehdi Hasan tried (X: @mehdirhasan) to whitewash the doings of Islamist radicals during the Islamist violence in Leicester, England's East Midlands region. Instead of condemning the extremists responsible for attacking the Hindu community, the MSNBC anchor opted for a seemingly superficial tweet appealing for peace. 

In March 2020, Mehdi Hasan sparked controversy by drawing parallels between Hindutva and the fascist regimes of Hitler and Mussolini. In a tweet (X: @mehdirhasan), he wrote, Hindutva is not a monster born solely within India’s domestic realm: it is well known that the RSS was explicitly influenced by the European fascist movements of Hitler and Mussolini in the late 1930s and 1940s. 

In 2021, Mehdi Hasan provided a platform (X: @mehdirhasan) to Sunita Vishwanath, an activist funded by George Soros, known for her anti-India views. During the segment, Sunita Vishwanath kept propagating her criticisms and agenda against Hindutva, Hinduism, and Prime Minister Modi. 

Is Mehdi Hasan Still Relevant?

Apart from this, Mehdi Hasan's coverage of the conflict between Hamas and Israel has faced intense scrutiny due to perceived bias. Many criticized his reluctance to label Hamas as terrorists, instead referring to them as "fighters," and attributing blame to Israel for attacks on civilians. The decline in MSNBC ratings, particularly following the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas, intensified the spotlight on Hasan's reporting. As viewership decreased significantly, Hasan's show was eventually canceled. This turn of events underscores the impact of Hasan's biased reporting and raises questions about the credibility of his journalistic endeavors.

Another Hasan Following similar Footprints

Hasan Minhaj, a prominent figure in comedy and commentary, seems to be following in the footsteps of Mehdi Hasan by targeting religions and then portraying himself as a victim. Minhaj's confession that he embellished or fabricated stories about his experiences with racism and Islamophobia raises concerns about the credibility of his narratives. In an interview with The New Yorker, Minhaj acknowledged that some of his stand-up material was not entirely true, emphasizing the priority of emotional truth over factual accuracy. This revelation highlights how figures like Minhaj and Mehdi Hasan can sway and manipulate audiences with their selective storytelling and half-truths.

Conclusion

The only notable feature of Mehdi Hasan's stance is his continuous denial of any link between Radical Islam and mainstream Islam. He consistently argues that Islamic terrorists are not motivated by the teachings of the Quran, striving to separate the religion from violent extremism. While he openly critiques other religions and draws comparisons between them and fascist regimes like Hitler and Mussolini, Hasan tends to remain relatively silent on the issue of radicalism within Islam and the violence caused by Islamic terrorists.