NTC leader Jalil said : ` ` We have adopted the Islamic Sharia as the main source of law '' That kind of talk could raise suspicion among the Pakistani government 's Western backers . In many Muslim countries , Sharia law is interpreted moderately . But in some , such as Pakistan and Saudi Arabia , it is interpreted and enforced strictly .
NTC leader Jalil said : `` We have adopted the Islamic Sharia as the main source of law '' That kind of talk could raise concerns among the fledgling government 's Western backers . In many Muslim countries , Sharia law is interpreted moderately . But in some , such as Iran and Saudi Arabia , it is interpreted and enforced strictly .