Terror suspects threaten holy war against Jordan

IN A turbulent court hearing yesterday, al-Qaida-linked suspects charged with plotting a massive chemical explosion in Jordan shouted insults at their military judges.

They also threatened to pursue holy war until they topple the kingdom’s moderate Muslim Hashemite monarchy.

“Terrorism is a badge of honour on our chests until Judgement Day,” shouted defendant Hassan al-Smeik from the dock during a brief half-hour hearing. “In the name of God, we’re pursuing the path of jihad until we uproot you, exterminate your state until the rule of the king vanishes.”