Parliament Debates New Terror Law: Karate Coaches, Storytellers, and Dawn Wakers Listed as Covert Threats"

Parliament Debates New Terror Law: Karate Coaches, Storytellers, and Dawn Wakers Listed as Covert Threats"


Translation of the Text:

"The House of Representatives is discussing an amendment to the terrorism law,which would classify certain professions under the name 'Covert Terrorist Activities' and impose harsher penalties for them. These professions include: Karate and Kung Fu trainers who teach violence to youth; the storyteller of folk epics like 'Abu al-Fawaris Antarah' who instills fervor in souls; and the 'Musaharati' (the dawn waker during Ramadan) who wakes the sleepers."


Explanation of the Satire:

This text is a sharp critique of the overreach and absurdity that can characterize broad anti-terrorism legislation.The satire works by targeting professions that are either benign, culturally cherished, or promote physical discipline, framing them as hidden security threats.


· The Core Joke: The humor lies in the extreme and paranoid logic that views fundamental aspects of national culture and personal development as dangerous, "covert" terrorist activities. It suggests that the state's definition of "terrorism" has become so inflated that it now encompasses storytelling and morning wake-up calls.

· The Professions as Symbols:

  · Martial Arts Trainers: Satirizes the fear of youth empowerment and physical discipline, framing self-defense training as "teaching violence."

  · The Storyteller of Antarah ibn Shaddad: This is a classic Arab folk hero symbolizing courage, chivalry, and resistance against injustice. Labeling his stories as dangerous critiques the fear of any narrative that might inspire pride, rebellion, or a critical spirit.

  · The Musaharati: A beloved traditional figure who walks the streets before dawn during Ramadan to wake people for their pre-fasting meal. Classifying this role as a threat is the height of absurdity, mocking the law's potential to criminalize even the most harmless and cherished traditions.

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