A "Global Day of Jihad" is a term that has been used in recent news articles and social media posts, but it is not a recognized or official event. Here are some key points from the search results:
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Former Hamas chief Khaled Meshaal called for protests across the Muslim world on Friday in support of the Palestinians and for the peoples. He did not use the term "Global Day of Jihad," but his comments were mistranslated online to become a "global day of jihad".
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The term "jihad" refers to a struggle or effort in the way of God, and it can have different meanings depending on the context. It is not inherently violent or negative.
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The U.S. government has identified global terrorism as a threat to national security. However, there is no evidence of a specific threat related to a "Global Day of Jihad."
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Some far-right figures in the United States have made violent threats against Muslims in response to rumors of a "Global Day of Jihad". This disinformation has led to a dangerous wave of threats and real acts of violence.
In summary, there is no official or recognized "Global Day of Jihad." The term has been used in disinformation and mistranslations, leading to threats and violence. Jihad is a complex term with different meanings depending on the context.
