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The National
17-07-2025
- The National
King Charles hails Oxford's internationally renowned Islamic centre
A pioneering centre of Islamic learning has marked its 40th anniversary in Oxford as King Charles III paid tribute to its scholarship and progress. The monarch on Thursday lauded the work of the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies in broadening understanding of the Islamic world in the United Kingdom. The ornate dedicated building, an affiliate of the University of Oxford, now stands as one of the architectural treasures of the so-called city of dreaming spires. King Charles said the centre "started off in little more than a hut but was now an internationally renowned institution – now housed in these spectacular surroundings – hosting a plethora of fascinating speakers over the years, creating countless opportunities for young and old alike, and forging lifelong friendships along the way". He added: "The centre's ongoing commitment to objective scholarship and international co-operation, underpinned by principles of dialogue, deep understanding and mutual respect, is more imperative than ever in today's world. "I need hardly say I am extremely heartened that the centre continues to play such a significant role in that globally critical endeavour. Indeed, the spark of ambition with which the centre was founded all those years ago remains undimmed." One of the guests at the ceremony was Prince Turki bin Faisal, the former ambassador of Saudi Arabia to the UK and the US, who paid tribute to the founders of the centre. He recalled that its first year budget was £70,000 ($94,000) donated by Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah. The guiding force behind the centre has been director Farhan Nizami, who was praised by King Charles on Thursday for his vision for the school. As patron, the then-Prince Charles gave a landmark lecture on 'Islam and the West' that set the tone for his work on how religions can thrive through mutual respect and shared concern for the challenges facing humanity. The distinguished lecture series launched on that day has since featured annual visits by heads of state, politicians and leading academics. The centre received a royal charter from Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. The 40th anniversary visit from the monarch will involved the establishment of the King Charles III wing. A new programme carrying his name will bring together a fellowship, the Young Muslim Leadership programme, as well as conferences on the environment and sustainability. Prince Turki, who is chairman of the board of trustees, said there was strong support from the region for students at the centre, including scholarships in the name of the late King Abdullah of Jordan, the late Prince Sultan of Saudi Arabia, and King Salman.
Al Etihad
12-07-2025
- Al Etihad
UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, National Guard airlift injured Emiratis from Oman
12 July 2025 15:24 ABU DHABI (WAM)A joint rescue operation led by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) - in coordination with the National Search and Rescue Centre of the National Guard, the Air Force, Air Defence Command, and the UAE Embassy in Muscat - airlifted Emirati citizens who were injured in a deadly road accident in Oman to the accident resulted in severe injuries and cooperation with Omani authorities, the injured were transferred by the air ambulance to Sheikh Khalifa Hospital in Fujairah to continue their treatment, after having received initial medical care in and the National Guard offered their condolences and sympathies to the families of the deceased, and wished a speedy recovery to all the also commended the significant cooperation of the Omani authorities, and their prominent role in providing support to the UAE Embassy in Muscat, which contributed to the success of the air ambulance mission. MoFA also called on UAE citizens to exercise caution when travelling by road, and to adhere to traffic laws and speed limits in order to ensure their own safety and that of others.
Gulf Today
04-06-2025
- Gulf Today
Sharjah launches proactive plan for 5,600 trips during Eid Al Adha holiday
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has put together a special plan for the upcoming Eid Al Adha holiday. This initiative is aimed at making sure travellers can enjoy comfortable and safe transportation as they celebrate the Eid. With an increase in people wanting to travel during this festive time, the SRTA is stepping up its services to ensure everyone can move smoothly between different areas in Sharjah and beyond. Engineer Yousef Khamis Al Othmani, the head of the SRTA, highlighted the importance of being well-prepared during holidays. He noted that during the Eid holiday in 2025, which runs from June 5 to 8, there will be a noticeable rise in public transport users. To handle this, the SRTA has made plans to operate 180 buses on various routes, aiming to complete around 5,600 trips over the four days. During peak times, buses will come every 5 minutes instead of the usual 45-minute wait. This means shorter waiting times and more convenience for everyone traveling. The authority is committed to making travel easy for people visiting family or exploring popular destinations, both within the emirate and outside it. They are also increasing staff at busy bus stations, especially the Jubail Bus Station, which will be open from early morning until late at night to accommodate the larger number of passengers expected during this busy holiday. The Authority has improved bus services in Sharjah City for the Eid holiday, making travel easier for everyone. They are running a total of 1,144 bus trips each day across 12 different routes, using 104 buses that connect to 543 stops around the city. During the Eid Al Adha holiday, there will be a special boat service operating between Sharjah and Dubai. Abdul Aziz Al Jarwan, who is in charge of transport at the local authority, announced that there will be four daily trips. These boats will leave from the Aquarium Station in Sharjah and arrive at Al Ghubaiba Station in Dubai, working together with Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority. Al Jarwan shared that the Authority is working closely with the Omani transport company, Mwasalat, to run international route 203. This route connects Sharjah with Muscat, the capital of Oman, and offers two flights each day. This service is expected to encourage tourism between the two countries, especially during the Eid holidays. Passengers can board at Jubail station and travel to Al Athaiba station, making stops along the way. Tickets can be purchased online through Mwasalat Oman's website or at their service points. WAM
