The violent reaction on anti-Islam film seems to be getting out of control in many capitals. The German and British embassies were stormed in Khartoum. The mob removed their flag with an 'Islamic one'. Thousands of angry men set the buildings on fire. The shameful episode in Libya with death of the US Ambassador and three other staff is followed with violent protests from Tunisia to Egypt, where protesters have tried to damage Western embassies.

Taliban had called Afghans to come out on roads and 'fight' against Americans. In a statement they had appealed masses to react on Friday after the prayers. But it passed largely calm and completely peaceful across the country with some small protest demonstrations in eastern Afghanistan. Hate mongers failed.

The Government and Ulema Council played swift role in averting any untoward incident by asking clerics across the country to maintain calm after Friday prayers.

Tribal elders and religious leaders in Kandahar played significant role in controlling the situation by calling for peace and calm on Friday. The Ulema Council leaders urged people by saying violent protests are no proper response to acts of a bigot and it can in no way harm Islam, but rather promote the religion for those who want to know about it. Unlike some Mullahs in Kabul, religious leaders in Kandahar acknowledged the fact that those who produced the film make a small minority.

Enayatullah Baleegh had some fiery speech in Kabul's Pul-Khishti mosque saying production of the film was work of American Jews. He said "filthy producers should be held accountable for any US soldiers killed in Afghanistan as a result of Muslim anger over the film". It was a clear incitation to violence which the Government must take notice and stern action against. Such elements who use the mosque loudspeaker to provoke violence should not be allowed to misuse sentiments of masses.

The Government also banned YouTube. But it is not the only solution. The internet is full of such hate material against religion which can hurt any individual believer's faith in one or another way. Best is to ignore bigots who indulge in acts of provoking disharmony and hatred. Even if a ban is maintained on YouTube more and more links will be available to the video and remain on the website forever, which people will eventually watch, therefore, the best option, as already adopted, is to shun it as much as possible.