The resurgence of Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” on TikTok has sparked controversy and divided opinions among young Americans.
The two-page document, written in 2002, serves as a polemic against the U.S., explaining the ideology behind the 9/11 attacks orchestrated by the al-Qaeda founder.
Despite being over two decades old, the letter has found a new audience on TikTok, with some users expressing shock and even agreement with Bin Laden’s perspective.
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Palestine shall not be seen captive
The hashtag #lettertoamerica has amassed over 4.5 million views, indicating the significant impact of this social media trend.
TikTok users shared their diverse reactions, with some expressing bewilderment and others claiming it changed their entire viewpoint on life.
Bin Laden’s accusations against the U.S., particularly regarding its support for Israel and the perceived oppression of Palestinians, are central themes in the letter.
He blames the U.S. for funding actions that lead to the suffering of Muslims in Afghanistan and Palestine, justifying attacks on American civilians as a form of retaliation.
The Guardian took down the letter on November 15, 2023, and didn’t explain why, which made people think they were trying to hide something.
Some people on social media are saying that anyone who takes Bin Laden’s letter seriously might be falling for a trick, while others think it’s silly to look for any truth in it.
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Letter to Tinubu: Battling lack of formal education among girls
Meanwhile, the prevailing issue of lack of formal education among girls in our beloved nation, Nigeria is really depressing.
As the leader of our great country, your guidance and influence are important addressing this pressing matter.
The importance of education in the development of any nation cannot be overstated.
