Pakistani-Canadian journalist Tarek Fatah passed away on April 24, as confirmed by his daughter Natasha. Fatah was known as an Islam critic, who called himself a Hindustani.
Candian columnist Tarek Fatah was noted for his severe criticism of Islamic fundamentalism and the Pakistan government's policies. He described himself as an 'Indian born in Pakistan' and 'Punjabi born into Islam'. Tributes poured in after his daughter confirmed his death on Monday.
Tarek Fatah, 73, was known for his progressive views on Islam and terror. Some of the famous books authored by him include 'Chasing a Mirage: The Tragic Illusion of an Islamic State' and 'The Jew is Not My Enemy: Unveiling the Myths that Fuel Muslim Anti-Smitism'
Pakistani columnist Tarek Fatah has passed away at the age of 73 in Canada after battling cancer, his daughter Natasha Fatah confirmed the news of his death on Twitter.