"بیان یہ کہ تحقیق کی سائز یا سلام اور عالمی حدیں"

"A Critical Examination of the Terrorism Narrative in Relation to Islam and Global Peace"

Abstract

This paper critically examines the dominant global narrative that frequently associates Islam with terrorism, challenging the reductionist discourse that fuels Islam phobia and distorts the true essence of Islamic teachings. The study highlights that Islam, as a universal religion, fundamentally promotes peace, justice, tolerance, and harmonious coexistence, while condemning all forms of violence and extremism. However, political exploitation, selective media framing, and geopolitical conflicts have contributed to the construction of a misleading terrorism narrative that stigmatizes Muslims and Islamic societies worldwide. By analyzing Qur’ānic injunctions, Prophetic traditions, historical precedents, and contemporary scholarly debates, this research underscores the discrepancy between Islamic ethical values and violent extremist practices. Furthermore, the paper situates the terrorism discourse within broader contexts of colonial legacies, socio-political grievances, and international power struggles, thereby illustrating that terrorism is a multifaceted phenomenon not confined to any one religion or culture. The findings advocate for a more nuanced and balanced understanding of global peace and security, calling upon policymakers, scholars, and international institutions to engage in fair dialogue, reject stereotypes, and embrace the universal Islamic principles of compassion and justice as essential pathways toward sustainable peace.