I wish I had more time today to discuss this very important statement by HRH Prince Hassen of Jordan, in which he not only forcefully denounces the holding of Korean hostages by the Taliban in Afghanistan, but he does so in powerful, and powerfully Islamic, terms.  But let me at least flag it here, and encourage you to add your comments by clicking on “comment” (duh) below.

Here's the key sentance: As a Muslim and a descendent of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), I can claim cultural and religious affinity with those who would act in my name and say to them: “What you are doing is unconscionable for Muslims.”

 Hat tip to Jew School; I have not yet seen this statement posted elsewhere, not even on (of course!) the Prince’s personal website.