Churches attacked as “Allah” row deepens

Up to today, the number of churches attacked has reached eight, but according to Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein, Home Minister and also an Umno vice-president, the situation is not serious.

“So far the attacks have involved stone throwing and arson attempts. There is no serious damage,” said the Home Minister, referring to the latest report on the surveillance on places of worship. – The Star.

Churches and a convent school in Malaysia were attacked using home made fire bombs since last Friday, as “Allah” row deepens, over the recent High Court ruling that allowed Herald, a Catholic newspaper to use “Allah” in its Bahasa Malaysia editions. Continue reading »

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