Middle East Experience

Itikaf is a profound Islamic practice that offers Muslims the opportunity to connect with Allah, introspect, and grow spiritually..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Itikaf: the Islamic tradition of embracing solitude and spiritual reflection

Responding to the lengthy prison sentences handed to Chinese legal scholar Xu Zhiyong and human rights lawyer Ding Jiaxi, Amnesty International’s China Researcher Alkan Akad said: “The disgraceful sentencing of prominent Chinese human rights defenders Xu Zhiyong and Ding Jiaxi is a blatant violation of their rights to freedom of expression and assembly. They should ..
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Full Article: China: Heavy prison sentences for human rights activists ‘disgraceful’

There are at least 60,000 Jordanians working in various sectors in Doha. Jordan’s Prime Minister Bisher Al Khasawneh arrived in Qatar on Sunday on a working visit as the two…..
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Full Article: Jordan's prime minister visits Qatar in bid to boost bilateral trade ties

Severe violations of human rights continue unabated in both Algeria and Morocco, while many laws in each country are far from aligned with international standards, Amnesty International said today, following the UN Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Reviews (UPR) of each country’s human rights obligations at its 52nd session. Amnesty International submitted oral statements as ..
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Full Article: Algeria/Morocco: Deep issues remain despite UN human rights review

The 6th of April marks the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, a recognition of the ever-grow role of sports. For former footballer and co-founder of Football for…..
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Full Article: Unlocking the power of sports through diplomacy and action with Football for Peace

The Garden also offers live music performances, live cooking stations, and numerous international cuisines..
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Full Article: Tastes from around the world with Al Messila Resort's exquisite Ramadan experience

amendments to the country’s Criminal and Administrative Codes, which criminalize domestic violence and provide women and children with additional protection mechanisms..
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Full Article: Uzbekistani Parliament passes long-overdue legislation criminalizing domestic violence

These attacks against Palestinian worshippers illustrate the sheer brutality of Israel's apartheid..
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Full Article: Israeli forces unleash a second night of horror at al-Aqsa mosque

Sheikha Moza bint Nasser reflects on the importance of autism awareness and allowing all children to reach their full potential..
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Full Article: Sheikha Moza: My visit to Renad Academy

Doha News spoke to several drivers about their experiences of breaking their fast on the go and dealing with impatient customers in Ramadan..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Unsung heroes: How delivery drivers break their fast on the road amid high pressure and demand