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Arizona State University Bans Research Scholar After Confrontation with Woman in Hijab
Jonathan Yudelman, an ASU postdoctoral research scholar involved in a video-recorded altercation during a pro-Israel protest near campus, has been barred from teaching at Arizona State University, according to an announcement by the university’s president. The incident, which occurred on May 5, showed Yudelman confronting a woman in a hijab and included a heated exchange. […]
The Plight of an Iranian Family: A Quest for Freedom Amidst Oppression
In a distressing development from the war-torn landscapes of northern Syria, a family of four from Ahwaz, a Sunni Arab region in Iran, finds themselves in the grips of another ordeal far from their homeland.
Israeli Military Preparations Signal Imminent Attack on Rafah
In a significant escalation of hostilities, the Israeli military has ordered Palestinians in eastern Rafah to evacuate, signaling an imminent attack using "extreme force" in southern Gaza.
Amidst Gaza Killings US Cracks Down on Anti Israel Speech
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill aimed at expanding the definition of antisemitism, linking it with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's standards under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. This move, meant to strengthen enforcement against discrimination on college campuses, has stirred debate about potential impacts on free speech, particularly concerning critiques of Israeli policies. As the bill heads to the Senate, its implications on academic freedom and antisemitism are poised to set a significant precedent for how educational institutions balance free expression with the fight against discrimination.
Egypt’s Response to the Crisis in Gaza in Light of the Quran and Sunnah
As Gaza faces a severe humanitarian crisis, the global Muslim community critically views President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi’s diplomatic responses amid escalating Israeli military actions. Despite the deep Islamic teachings of aiding those oppressed, Sisi’s efforts remain largely verbal, highlighting a stark contrast between the urgency of religious teachings and the actions of those in power. As tensions rise, the call for meaningful action becomes increasingly urgent.