Second Canadian hostage executed, Trudeau: we will not give into “fear mongering tactics” Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, confirms the death of Robert Hall who was taken hostage by the Islamic terrorist Abu Sayyaf group based in the Philippines. On April 25, 2016, Canadian John Ridsdel was beheaded by Abu Sayyaf operatives after the Canadian government refused to pay ransom. During the beheading of John Ridsdel (to watch the video of the beheading click here – Graphic content), the terrorists raised the index finger in a gesture that symbolizes their belief in the oneness of Allah, and chanted 14 times “Allah Akbar” in Arabic, meaning Allah (the name of God in Islam) is the greatest. Ridsdel’s severed head was later discarded in a nearby city.
In a second video clip released by Abu Sayyaf terrorists featured the second Canadian hostage Robert Hall who conveyed the following message to the Canadian government (the transcript prepared by the SITE Intelligence Group): “To the Canadian government, I’m told to tell you to meet the demand. I don’t know what you’re doing, but you’re not doing anything for us. John has been sacrificed, his family has been decimated, and I’m not sure why or what you’re waiting for.” Following the second execution of a Canadian hostage, Trudeau issued on June 13, 2016 a statement condemning the “ vicious and brutal actions of the hostage-takers” without mentioning the Islamic nature of their ideology and their affiliation with ISIS. Trudeau reiterated that “terrorist hostage-takings only fuel more violence and instability” and that “Canada will not give into their fear mongering tactics” and will not pay ransom for hostages. The following is Trudeau’s statement: “It is with deep sadness that I have reason to believe that a Canadian citizen, Robert Hall, held hostage in the Philippines since September 21, 2015, has been killed by his captors. “While Canadian officials are working closely with authorities in the Philippines to formally confirm Mr. Hall’s death, we have compelling reason to believe that reports to this effect are, unfortunately, true. “The vicious and brutal actions of the hostage-takers have led to a needless death. “Canada holds the terrorist group who took him hostage fully responsible for this cold-blooded and senseless murder. “With the tragic loss of two Canadians, I want to reiterate that terrorist hostage-takings only fuel more violence and instability. Canada will not give into their fear mongering tactics and despicable attitude toward the suffering of others. “This is precisely why the Government of Canada will not and cannot pay ransoms for hostages to terrorists groups, as doing so would endanger the lives of more Canadians. “We are more committed than ever to working with the Government of the Philippines and international partners to pursue those responsible for these heinous acts and bring them to justice, however long it takes. “The Government’s top priority, and my own as Prime Minister, is the safety and security of Canadian citizens. “On behalf of the Government of Canada and all Canadians, I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Hall. “They have suffered a terrible loss, and this is a devastating moment for them. Our thoughts are with them as they mourn this tragedy. I would ask that the media respect their privacy, and allow them time to come to terms with their loss. “Today marks yet another difficult day for Canada and for Canadians as we grieve as a nation for the loss of both John Ridsdel, who was killed on April 25, and Robert Hall.”
On April 25, 2016, Trudeau issued the following statement condemning the murder of John Ridsdel: “statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the death of Canadian John Ridsdel. “I am outraged by the news that a Canadian citizen, John Ridsdel, held hostage in the Philippines since September 21, 2015, has been killed at the hands of his captors. “Canada condemns without reservation the brutality of the hostage-takers, and thisunnecessary death. This was an act of cold-blooded murder and responsibility rests squarely with the terrorist group who took him hostage. “The Government of Canada is committed to working with the Government of Philippines and international partners to pursue those responsible for this heinous act and bring them to justice. “On behalf of the Government of Canada and all Canadians, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Ridsdel. They have endured a terrible ordeal, and this is a devastating moment for all of them. Our thoughts are with them as they come to terms with this loss, and I would ask that the media respect their privacy at this difficult time. “The Government of Canada’s first priority is the safety and security of its citizens. The Government of Canada will not comment or release any information which may compromise ongoing efforts or endanger the safety of the remaining hostages.”
source: cijnews
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