I do have Muslim friends. They do not subscribe to the Islamist views.
Some in Egypt and others in Syria. Neither are a threat to other religions. They understand what political Islam is.
The interesting part, the religious makeup in Syria is surprising and it is changing. Some in the past said they were Muslim but did not practice it. Now a portion of them are admitting the reality.
Many more Christians than most expect. A number of sects of them. It is also true in Iraq. In Iraq the Muslims are less “understanding” and tolerant of Christians, Ezidi’s and atheists.
There are very few Jews in Iraq or Syria. Some, but few.
Your Muslim friends are like the casual Christians that want to excuse their acts with a belief they will saved.
People have an amazing capacity to rationalize their behavior.
Arabs, in general, are not to be trusted.
It’s a cultural thing.
They lie as a matter of fact. It’s expected. It’s their culture.
I’ve been screwed over for tens of thousands of dollars by Muslims.
And they don’t think twice about it.