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Rakyat Post
4 days ago
- General
- Rakyat Post
[Watch] A Smile Through The Rubble: How Malaysian Hearts Clothed Gaza's Children
Subscribe to our FREE In the dust-swept corners of North Gaza, where hope often feels as scarce as calm days, a small miracle unfolds. Five hundred Palestinian orphans, all under 10, are about to experience something that many of us take for granted – the simple joy of new clothes for Eid. This isn't just another aid story. It's about how thousands of Malaysians, through organisations like the Malaysian Consultative Council for Islamic Organisations (MAPIM) and Malaysia-Palestine Workers Union (MPWU), reached across continents to ensure that Gaza's youngest survivors could feel the warmth of Raya (Eid al-Adha) despite their circumstances. BREAKING iof detonated Noura Al-Kaabi Dialysis Hospital in northern Gaza, destroying it completely! A residential building was reduced to rubble by israeli airstrikes this morning in Madinat Hamad neighborhood, north of Khan Younis. — Lee Golden (@LeeGolden6) Take eight-year-old Fatima. Dr Khalil Az Zayyan, Deputy Chairman of MPWU, told TRP that Fatima, displaced multiple times, had her world shrunk to survival basics until a volunteer handed her what seemed impossible – a new dress for Raya. Her reaction? She hugged it close, breathing in the fresh fabric smell, a stark contrast to the dust that had become her daily companion. 'Now I can truly feel Raya,' she whispered, said Dr Khalil, adding that her words carried the weight of a child who had almost forgotten what normal feels like. Beyond the Fabric: Where Dignity Meets Hope in Gaza The local volunteers, themselves walking wounded in Gaza's ongoing crisis, somehow find the strength to create moments of joy. They don't just distribute clothes; they distribute dignity, one child at a time. Their method is simple: personal connection, playful banter, and an understanding that sometimes, a new outfit isn't just about the fabric – it's about feeling human again. While MAPIM's broader vision aims to reach 20,000 orphans in future projects, this current initiative, which touches 500 lives, may seem modest. Faith, Fabric, and Fellowship: A Tale of Two Rayas But in the reflection of a shattered mirror, where a young boy sees himself in new clothes and manages his first smile since losing his family, the impact becomes immeasurable. For Malaysian donors preparing for their own Raya celebrations, these moments resonate deeply. Their contribution isn't just about clothing bodies; it's about wrapping Gaza's children in hope, one garment at a time. This is more than a clothing drive – it's a bridge built of fabric and faith, connecting Malaysian hearts to Gaza's hopes, proving that even in the darkest corners, humanity's light still shines through, one child's smile at a time. Gaza's Mounting Toll: A Crisis Beyond Numbers The conditions in Gaza are described as catastrophic, with significant casualties and urgent humanitarian needs reported despite recent aid efforts. Nearly 100 people have been killed in Gaza within the last 24 hours as Aid efforts have been halted amidst ongoing violence. The US has The resolution did not call for Hamas to disarm, leading to objections. As of now, at least READ MORE : READ MORE : READ MORE : Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Malaysia Sun
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysia Sun
World Uyghur Congress welcomes MAPIM's strong appeal to ASEAN on Uyghur rights
Munich [Germany] May 22 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has expressed support for the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (MAPIM), which has urged ASEAN leaders to take strong action regarding serious human rights violations against the Uyghurs. This appeal was made before the ASEAN Summit 2025, scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur, as announced by WUC on X. MAPIM has called on all ASEAN representatives to prioritise the Uyghur crisis in the summit discussions and to adhere to the principles of justice and human rights as specified in international law. The organisation noted that both groups face systematic oppression that may amount to crimes against humanity under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. The statement pointed out numerous reports of arbitrary detention, torture, forced labour, and cultural erasure targeting the Uyghur population, as highlighted in the MAPIM release. In his remarks, MAPIM President Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid emphasised that ASEAN cannot stay silent in light of such atrocities. He urged the regional group to issue a unified statement condemning these violations, take diplomatic and legal measures to ensure accountability, and strive for sustainable solutions that safeguard the right to life, dignity, and identities of the affected communities, according to MAPIM release. The World Uyghur Congress stressed that a principled approach rooted in rights by ASEAN is essential for justice, regional credibility, and the safeguarding of minority communities, according to WUC's shared post on X. For years, Uyghur Muslims have endured harsh repression by China, characterised by systemic human rights violations and cultural erasure. The Chinese government's oppression of Uyghur Muslims includes extensive surveillance, arbitrary detention in 'reeducation' camps, forced labour, and attempts to eliminate religious and cultural identity. The Chinese authorities deny these abuses, framing their actions as anti-terrorism efforts. International organisations and human rights advocates have condemned these policies as crimes against humanity and potentially genocidal. (ANI)
Barnama
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Palestinian Issue: MAPIM Sends Urgent Appeal To Leaders Of China, Russia And India
SHAH ALAM, April 26 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisation (MAPIM) has sent letters to the leaders of three major world powers - China, Russia, and India - last week, seeking their attention and support for the cause of the Palestinian people. Its president Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid said the initiative was part of MAPIM's ongoing efforts to engage global powers in urging the Zionist regime to immediately cease its atrocities against the Palestinian people, particularly in Gaza. 'The essence of the letter primarily highlights the increasingly dire situation facing the people of Gaza. MAPIM believes that the Palestinian cause urgently requires the intervention of China, Russia, and India, whose collective influence could exert pressure on Israel and the United States. 'They must play an active role in maintaining continuous pressure, and, at the very least, insist on the immediate opening of the Rafah border to facilitate the delivery of food and medical aid,' he told Bernama here, today. Last week, MAPIM addressed a formal letter to three world leaders - Chinese President Xi Jinping; Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi - appealing for their attention and action on the Palestinian issue. Mohd Azmi further said that MAPIM intends to hold a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the near future to discuss the strategic direction of Malaysia's aid efforts for Palestine. He said that Egypt's efforts to pressure Israel and the United States had shown signs of progress toward reopening the Rafah border crossing, and that this matter will also be brought to the attention of the Prime Minister, with the hope that Malaysia can lend its voice of support. 'To date, 500 MAPIM aid trucks remain stranded at the Rafah border, in addition to 50 containers filled with food, medical supplies, tents, and other essential items which had initially arrived in Egypt,' he said. Earlier, Mohd Azmi attended the Aidilfitri gathering and delivered the keynote speech at the annual general meeting of the Forum Ekonomi Manusiawi (FEM), at the Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam Mosque, here.
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Palestinian issue: MAPIM sends urgent appeal
SHAH ALAM: The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisation (MAPIM) has sent letters to the leaders of three major world powers - China, Russia, and India - last week, seeking their attention and support for the cause of the Palestinian people. Its president Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid said the initiative was part of MAPIM's ongoing efforts to engage global powers in urging the Zionist regime to immediately cease its atrocities against the Palestinian people, particularly in Gaza. 'The essence of the letter primarily highlights the increasingly dire situation facing the people of Gaza. MAPIM believes that the Palestinian cause urgently requires the intervention of China, Russia, and India, whose collective influence could exert pressure on Israel and the United States. 'They must play an active role in maintaining continuous pressure, and, at the very least, insist on the immediate opening of the Rafah border to facilitate the delivery of food and medical aid,' he told Bernama here, today. Last week, MAPIM addressed a formal letter to three world leaders - Chinese President Xi Jinping; Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi - appealing for their attention and action on the Palestinian issue. Mohd Azmi further said that MAPIM intends to hold a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the near future to discuss the strategic direction of Malaysia's aid efforts for Palestine. He said that Egypt's efforts to pressure Israel and the United States had shown signs of progress toward reopening the Rafah border crossing, and that this matter will also be brought to the attention of the Prime Minister, with the hope that Malaysia can lend its voice of support. 'To date, 500 MAPIM aid trucks remain stranded at the Rafah border, in addition to 50 containers filled with food, medical supplies, tents, and other essential items which had initially arrived in Egypt,' he said. Earlier, Mohd Azmi attended the Aidilfitri gathering and delivered the keynote speech at the annual general meeting of the Forum Ekonomi Manusiawi (FEM), at the Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam Mosque, here. More than 50 participants attended the forum, which focused on the socio-geopolitical landscape of the country, particularly in light of the ongoing crisis in the cultural and intellectual leadership, among both political leaders and the community.
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Palestinian issue: MAPIM sends urgent appeal to leaders of China, Russia and India
SHAH ALAM: The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisation (MAPIM) has sent letters to the leaders of three major world powers - China, Russia, and India - last week, seeking their attention and support for the cause of the Palestinian people. Its president Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid said the initiative was part of MAPIM's ongoing efforts to engage global powers in urging the Zionist regime to immediately cease its atrocities against the Palestinian people, particularly in Gaza. 'The essence of the letter primarily highlights the increasingly dire situation facing the people of Gaza. MAPIM believes that the Palestinian cause urgently requires the intervention of China, Russia, and India, whose collective influence could exert pressure on Israel and the United States. 'They must play an active role in maintaining continuous pressure, and, at the very least, insist on the immediate opening of the Rafah border to facilitate the delivery of food and medical aid,' he told Bernama here, today. Last week, MAPIM addressed a formal letter to three world leaders - Chinese President Xi Jinping; Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi - appealing for their attention and action on the Palestinian issue. Mohd Azmi further said that MAPIM intends to hold a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the near future to discuss the strategic direction of Malaysia's aid efforts for Palestine. He said that Egypt's efforts to pressure Israel and the United States had shown signs of progress toward reopening the Rafah border crossing, and that this matter will also be brought to the attention of the Prime Minister, with the hope that Malaysia can lend its voice of support. 'To date, 500 MAPIM aid trucks remain stranded at the Rafah border, in addition to 50 containers filled with food, medical supplies, tents, and other essential items which had initially arrived in Egypt,' he said. Earlier, Mohd Azmi attended the Aidilfitri gathering and delivered the keynote speech at the annual general meeting of the Forum Ekonomi Manusiawi (FEM), at the Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam Mosque, here. More than 50 participants attended the forum, which focused on the socio-geopolitical landscape of the country, particularly in light of the ongoing crisis in the cultural and intellectual leadership, among both political leaders and the community.
