Saturday, January 9, 2010

Malaysian church firebombed over use of the word 'Allah'

Assailants in Malaysia have firebombed a church but caused no damage. It is the fourth such attack in two days.

Three other churches were damaged but no one was hurt. The violence comes after a judge ruled that Christians can use the word "Allah". The ruling has angered a number of Muslims who believe only they are entitled to use the word. Prime Minister Najib Razak has condemned the attacks, saying they are threatening Malaysia's religious harmony.

Radio Netherlands

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