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Title: February 21, 2026

GRAY ZONE BRIEF 21 FEBRUARY 2026
 
AMERIKASTAN
 
New Yorkistan Caliphate
 
New Yorkers Wake to the Islamic Call to Prayer**- The Islamic call to prayer (Adhan) is being amplified louder and more aggressively - starting as early as 5 AM - invading homes, neighborhoods, and the once-proud skyline where thousands were murdered on 9/11 in Islam's name. The blaring Adhan dominates the streets, forcing every resident - Christian, Jewish, atheist - to hear the declaration of Islamic supremacy multiple times a day. Under Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani, the adhan — the first call to prayer at 5 a.m. — is now being amplified electronically, so that its sound carries across New York City just before dawn. Many people object to being awakened so early. Their objection has nothing to do with a particular animus toward Islam; they would be as upset if the Jewish shema were shouted across the city, or if the sound of church bells were to be electronically amplified, and inflicted on sleeping New Yorkers as early as 5 a.m.
 
**NOTE: Adhan and Azan refer to the exact same thing: the Islamic call to prayer recited five times daily by a muezzin to announce the start of Salah. "Adhan" is the precise Arabic transliteration, while "Azan" is the commonly used pronunciation in South Asia (Urdu, Hindi, Persian) and Turkey (Ezan).
 
Key Details Regarding Adhan/Azan:
 
• Purpose: It is a public announcement signaling that prayer time has begun and calling believers to the mosque.
 
• Meaning: Rooted in Arabic, Adhan means "to listen, to hear, be informed".
 
• Content: It includes declaring the greatness of Allah, the testimony of faith, and the call to success/prayer.
 
• Variations: While the core message is the same, there are minor variations in phrasing between Sunni and Shia traditions (e.g., in the morning Adhan or specific phrases like "Hayya ala Khair al-Amal").
 
• Adhan vs. Iqama: The Adhan is the initial call to prayer, while the Iqama is the shorter, faster announcement made just before the prayer starts inside the mosque.
 
• Mosque vs. Masjid
 
The most common and accurate alternative name for a mosque is masjid (also spelled masjeed or musjid), which is the Arabic term for a place of prostration. Other terms include house of worship, house of God, musalla(prayer room), or Islamic center.
You better learn this now — so you understand how your country is being overtly taken over by Islam — right in front of your eyes.
 
Detroitistan Caliphate
 
Detroit Tigers offer Ramadan greetings, say nothing about Lent** - The Detroit Tigers recognize which group is in the driver’s seat in the Detroit area today. But are Muslims really likely to form a significant part of the Tigers’ fanbase? It could theoretically happen, as sports are not forbidden in Islam as long as the Muslim sports fan doesn’t get too carried away and idolize players or teams. It seems unlikely, however, since most Muslims in the Detroit area are from areas of the world that don’t play baseball. At the same time, is it wise for the Tigers to ignore their non-Muslim fanbase and take it for granted? Wise or not, it’s happening.
 
AL QAEDA IN AFGHANISTAN
 
Al-Qaeda still under 'patronage' of Taliban as UN team warns of 'multipolar' global jihad threat** - Al-Qaeda continues to enjoy the “patronage” of the Taliban despite the theocratic group's claims that there are no terrorist groups in Afghanistan, a specialized United Nations team assessed, with the new UN report warning about a “multipolar” threat posed by jihadist groups worldwide. The UN ​​Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team released a new February report on Al-Qaeda, the Islamic State, and other jihadist groups. The UN sanctions monitoring team said that “the Afghan de facto authorities” — the Taliban — “claimed that there were no terrorist groups within its borders,” but the UN experts stressed that “no Member State supported this view.”
 
DAESH/ISIS IN AFRICA (ISWAP)
 
**IS West Africa Province (ISWAP)**:
 
In February 2026, ISWAP released videos and messages encouraging Muslims worldwide to support ISIS fighters in their struggle against what they define as the "nation of disbelief," reinforcing their role as a critical node in the global ISIS network.In the video which has since gone viral, one of the leaders of the groups who spoke in Hausa, boasted that the terrorists have all it takes to wage a jihad war in the country. With chants of “Allahu Akbar” (Allah is the greatest) in the background with the camera panning across rows of rifles, ammunition boxes, and heavy weapons, the narrator boasted that very soon, Nigeria will become an Islamic state. “Look at the weapons of the mujahideen. These are AK-47s, so many of them, with plenty of ammunition,” he boasted. “We also have anti-aircraft guns. We got them from Nigerian soldiers and from Libya. We are ready for jihad. We will not stop until we establish the Islamic State.”While he spoke, the video showed numerous assault rifles, belt-fed machine guns, and anti-aircraft weapons laid out on the floor, suggesting a significant stockpile. Another fighter who also spoke in the same vein, claimed the weapons are fully operational and urging others to join their cause. “These weapons are clean and in perfect condition. We are prepared to fight the infidels. Allah is with us. Brothers, join the jihad.” The video ended with more chantings of “Allahu Akbar” and a declaration that “Victory belongs to Allah,” while fighters continued displaying their weapons.
 
HOUTHIS REACT TO U.S. - IRAN TENSION
 
**Houthi Threats and U.S.-Iran Tensions Raise Ramadan Fears in Yemen **-
 
As Ramadan begins, residents of Sanaa fear renewed violence amid rising tensions between the Houthi movement, the United States, and Iran. Houthi leaders vowed to strike if Washington attacks Tehran, recalling last year’s U.S.-led “Operation Rough Rider,” which killed more than 200 civilians. Analysts warn Houthi alignment with Iran could invite renewed airstrikes and a broader regional war. Civilians in northern Yemen, still rebuilding from years of conflict, say they are fasting “from fear and grief,” not just food. UN envoy Hans Grundberg urged renewed peace talks, warning that without a comprehensive settlement, Yemen’s fragile stability could collapse once more.
 
**NOTE: Striking Iran during Ramadan (which lasts until March 15 - the Ides of March) could galvanize Muslims and potentially lead to terror strikes against US interests — which will likely occur anyway. However, we shouldn’t ignore the facts of all the Christmas Market attacks by Terrorists and the fact that the October 7th attack by Hamas and other Jihadist Terrorist entities, was committed on a Jewish religious holiday.
 
The October 7, 2023, attack occurred during the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah. In Israel, this day coincides with Shemini Atzeret.
 
The timing was particularly significant for several reasons:
 
• Nature of the Holiday: Simchat Torah is typically one of the most joyous days in the Jewish calendar, marked by dancing and singing to celebrate the completion of the annual Torah reading cycle.
 
• Shabbat: The attack also took place on Shabbat (the Sabbath), a weekly day of rest.
 
• Historical Context: The date was almost exactly 50 years after the start of the Yom Kippur War, which began on October 6, 1973, with another surprise attack on a major Jewish holiday.
 
Because the attack happened on this specific holiday, it is often referred to in Israel as the "Simchat Torah Massacre.”
 
TELEGRAM & WHATSAPP FOREIGN SPIES
 
Deliberate Fabrication’: Telegram Denies Foreign Spys Can See Messages Russian Soldiers Send** - Telegram has denied claims by Russia’s Digital Development Minister Maksut Shadayev that foreign intelligence services can see messages sent by Russian soldiers in Ukraine, as authorities continue tightening restrictions on the popular messaging app. “No breaches of Telegram’s encryption have ever been found… The Russian government’s allegation that our encryption has been compromised is a deliberate fabrication,” Telegram told Reuters on Thursday. On Wednesday, Shadayev told State Duma lawmakers there is “ample evidence” that covert access to Telegram messages was used in combat operations against Russian forces fighting in Ukraine. He did not specify which country’s intelligence services were involved. Shadayev spoke after public uproar over state media regulator Roskomnadzor announcing new restrictions on Telegram last week.
 
Roskomnadzor accused Telegram of failing to combat fraud and to protect the personal data of its users, while Shadayev said the company ignored 150,000 government requests to remove banned content, including child pornography. Telegram said the new curbs were “intended to justify outlawing Telegram and forcing citizens on to a state-controlled messaging platform engineered for mass surveillance and censorship.” The company was referring to Max, Russia’s government-backed messenger. WhatsApp, with more than 100 million users in Russia, made similar accusations last week after the Kremlin confirmed that Roskomnadzor was blocking the messaging app.
 
INDIA NEW GAI HUB?
 
Modi Pitches India as Global Artificial Intelligence Hub at New Delhi Summit **- At the India AI Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi positioned India as a central player in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem, urging nations to “design and develop in India, deliver to the world.” Joined by France’s Emmanuel Macron, the UN’s António Guterres, and major tech leaders, Modi called for democratizing AI and bridging the Global South’s access gap. Guterres proposed a $3 billion global fund for inclusive AI, while OpenAI’s Sam Altman announced a partnership with Tata Group. Despite India’s vast digital base and growing investment pledges from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, experts caution it still lags the U.S. and China in AI capacity.
 
GOLDEN DOME & THE MOON
 
**SpaceX and Blue Origin abruptly shift priorities amid U.S. Golden Dome push **-
 
SpaceX and Blue Origin have rapidly shifted their focus toward the moon, a reversal that may be driven by Pentagon priorities as much as exploration. SpaceX redirected plans from Mars to lunar development, while Blue Origin paused its New Shepard tourism program to prioritize the moon. These moves coincide with the Defense Department’s Golden Dome missile shield initiative, which calls for a missile detection prototype by 2028. Lunar-based infrastructure could offer a more resilient platform for surveillance and communications, beyond the reach of most anti-satellite weapons. Both companies are positioned to support Pentagon contracts for satellites, landers, and orbital systems that could enhance national missile defense and global monitoring capabilities.
 
Pray.
 
Train.
 
Stay informed.
 
Be vigilant.
 
 
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