"It is not known who funds the AEL, but as they don't accept subsidy from the Belgian government, there is speculation that they are financed by foreign governments (Syria, Iran, Saudi Arabia?). Rumor has it the AEL was set up by the World Muslim League, which is sponsored by Saudi Arabia. Some parents of rioting kids claimed their sons were persuaded to join the riots in return for mobile phones and other hand-outs. The AEL is also behind the recent attempt to indict Ariel Sharon in Belgium for human rights abuses. They confirmed they received foreign financial support to pay for the lawsuit. After being released from police custody, Jahjah declared victory, promising that he would run for the Belgian parliament in June and threatening to sue the prime minister for libel.
The latest development is AEL's plan to set up shop in the Netherlands. The Netherlands is attractive for radical Muslims, in part because of its generous schooling system. It's easy to start your own school, and all primary schools, including religious ones, are subsidized by the state." Source