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I think part of it is because some of the people believe that all people must be converted to Islam. That no infidels must be allowed. Who are they to enforce orthodoxy? But they do somehow feel it is their duty.

I think some of it is born of insecurity- if there are other choices for religions, they can't feel as secure in their choice. If there is only one, they know they're doing it right. I think a lot of things boil down this way- that people don't want to have to make a choice, because they might make the "wrong" choice.

I think some of it is that Western civilizations have a lot of temptation, for people who are forbidden alcohol, the freedom of women, etc. I'm wondering if this taps into the dissatisfaction of some people with their religion- they follow it, but they don't really want to. In an area where there is no other choice, the path is clear. But once you know other things are possible.... and you want them...

And the people don't want to recognize the dissatisfaction. So you wipe out the temptation, and supposedly your people will be happy again. Doesn't work that way, but I think that's the plan.

Other factors tie into why they hate us.