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Yemen Press Agency
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Press Agency
Yemeni missile, drone strikes hit Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv
SANAA, May 18 (YPA) – The Yemeni Armed Forces carried out a precision strike on Ben Gurion Airport, near Tel Aviv, using a Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile, a Zulfiqar ballistic missile, and a Yafa drone. The Yemeni Armed Forces issued the following statement: 'In support of the oppressed Palestinian people and their resistance fighters, and in rejection of the genocide being perpetrated by the Zionist enemy against our brothers in the Gaza Strip: The missile force of the Yemeni Armed Forces has carried out a special military operation targeting Lod Airport—known in the 'Israeli' naming as 'Ben Gurion Airport', located in the occupied area of Yafa, using two ballistic missiles: one of them a hypersonic missile of the 'Palestine-2″ type, and with a ballistic missile of the 'Zulfiqar' type. By the grace of Allah, the operation successfully achieved its objective, causing millions of Zionist occupiers to flee into shelters and halting air traffic at the airport for nearly an hour. Earlier in the morning of the previous day, the drone force of the Yemeni Armed Forces conducted a military operation targeting Lod Airport using a drone of the 'Yafa' type. The Yemeni Armed Forces renew their call to the sons of the [Islamic] nation: Has a nation of two billion Muslims truly become incapable of saving two million of its own from genocide and starvation? This overwhelming failure and helplessness will only encourage the enemy to persist in its aggression against all peoples and nations. But Yemen—proud with its free people, faithful leadership, and resisting army—will, with the help of Allah and reliance upon Him, continue to act, support, and move forward until the aggression against Gaza is stopped and the siege lifted.'
Yemen Press Agency
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Press Agency
Sanaa forces renew targeting Israeli military targets, US warships
SAANA, April 09 (YPA) – Yemen's armed forces declared on Wednesday carrying out two military operations targeting an Israeli military target and several the US warships. Spokesman Brig. Gen. Yahiya Sarie, said in a televised statement that the first operation accurately targeted an Israeli military target in occupied Jaffa city of Palestine's territories using a Yafa (or Jaffa) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The spokesman added that the armed forces attacked in another operation a number of the US warships, headed by the US aircraft carrier Truman, north of the Red Sea, using a number of drones. The statement affirmed that the armed forces would continue to confront the ongoing US aggression against Yemen and respond to the US crimes against citizens in several provinces. He went on to say: 'The armed forces, as they fight this battle with courage, defiance and faith, reaffirm, as they have affirmed over the past years, that great Yemen is unbreakable and will not back down from supporting the oppressed Palestinian people, nor will it surrender to American aggression.' 'The armed forces also affirmed their continued efforts to disrupt Israeli navigation in the Red and Arabian Seas and confront the US aggression, in addition to support the grievance of the Palestinian people until the aggression on Gaza is stopped and the siege is lifted,' Brig. Gen. Sarie clarified.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Muslim-owned coffee shops are Indy's best late-night hangouts
Central Indiana's hot new late-night spots are Muslim-owned coffee and dessert shops. While most Indianapolis-area attractions and restaurants close early — and the only activities available late involve alcohol — these coffee shops are filling the gap for late-night social spaces. Even after the pandemic, restaurants are still closing early and late-night activities remain sparse outside of bars. Drinking alcohol is forbidden in the Islamic faith. Muslim-owned coffee shops create social spaces that are family-friendly and alcohol-free — and they're growing in popularity. Central Indiana is home to at least eight Muslim-owned coffee and dessert shops. They have often been my go-to spots for late-night study sessions as I finish my senior year at Butler University. Beyond campus or my home, there is nothing open in the evenings where I can get work done. But with caffeine and ample seating, Muslim-owned coffee shops have helped. More from Sadia Khatri: Abortion ban, fetal anomaly and a ticking clock: 'an impossible decision' One of them, Turkish chain Mariam Coffee, is open until 9 p.m. during the week and midnight on weekends in Fishers. It also has a Broad Ripple location open until 7 p.m. every night. 'I think it gives you options,' Mariam Coffee co-owner Renee Stella said. 'It's not even just the Muslim community. I mean, I know of a lot of people who choose not to drink alcohol. And this provides a fun safe place that you can go and just relax … Families come as well, you know, and so I think it's important to have a family friendly place … I think that's really our niche.' As a Muslim, these coffee shops have given me the opportunity to spend time working and socializing in spaces that center around community. There is something special about conversations over coffee in a space where I am surrounded by people who come from similar walks of life. Mariam Coffee last month adjusted operations for the Islamic month of Ramadan — a time when many Muslims seek out places to socialize after late-night prayers. The coffee shop was open past midnight on some evenings. Regardless of the time of year, though, Mariam Coffee creates a social space late at night for all ages. Yemeni-owned Yafa Golden Coffee in Noblesville also offers late-night spaces — with an emphasis on traditional pastries and baked goods. 'We're Muslim, which means that we don't drink,' Assistant Manager Abdullah Ali said. 'But at the same time, it doesn't just just start with Muslims. It's for everyone. Like, if you come here on a Friday night, you'll see people from all different countries, from all races … You'll see people from everywhere. And that's the goal.' The Yafa experience is different from that of your typical franchise coffee chain. Yafa has an in-house bakery and serves up traditional Yemeni pastries and other desserts all day. From honeycomb pastries to croissants, Yafa provides baked goods that are fresh and made in house. Muslim-owned coffee shops merge culture with coffee, introducing Hoosiers to tastes they may have otherwise remained unfamiliar with. Coffee and tea are key parts of nightlife within many Muslim countries and cultures. Melt 'n Dip, a Lebanese franchise with a location in Fishers, is focused on chocolate-based desserts, in addition to its assortment of teas and coffee. Jibran Durrani, one of Melt 'n Dip's three owners, said the novelty of desserts and drinks draws customers in. The Dubai chocolate trend, which has taken social media by storm, has been a big hit for Melt 'n Dip in particular. 'We have people coming in telling us that they drove three hours to come try this,' Durrani said. 'We have all kinds of food [in Indianapolis], and we felt like dessert was one thing that was missing, especially a late night type of place, because a lot of late night culture kind of revolves around alcohol.' Melt 'n Dip has created memories for me, and I often consider it a place to go for moments of celebration and joy. While alcohol-free spaces have always been popular among Muslims, there has been a shift toward Americans as a whole drinking less, especially among younger people. Non-Muslims make up the majority of Melt 'n Dip's crowd, with Muslim teens and young adults often showing during later hours. Opinion: Bookstores are back — and they're our new culture centers Durrani and his partners find that their business model, one that is inclusive of the needs of those who do not drink alcohol, serves them well. As the food and restaurant industry continues to recover from the impacts of the pandemic and business hours continue to remain shortened, these coffee shops are providing spaces for socialization that are open late but still alcohol-free. As more and more Muslim-owned coffee shops appear in Indiana, and across the nation, these business owners want people to know that they are not just providing their customers with coffee, but with spaces to unwind and socialize. In the Central Indiana region, Muslim-owned coffee shops provide Hoosiers with alternatives to late-night social activities that would typically involve alcohol. Muslim-owned coffee shops are serving Indiana with coffee, confections and community. Contact IndyStar opinion fellow Sadia Khatri at This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: What's open late in Indy? Muslim coffee shops. | Opinion
Indianapolis Star
23-04-2025
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Why Muslim-owned coffee shops are Indy's best late-night hangouts
Muslim-owned coffee shops merge culture with coffee, introducing Hoosiers to tastes they may have otherwise remained unfamiliar with. Show Caption Central Indiana's hot new late-night spots are Muslim-owned coffee and dessert shops. While most Indianapolis-area attractions and restaurants close early — and the only activities available late involve alcohol — these coffee shops are filling the gap for late-night social spaces. Even after the pandemic, restaurants are still closing early and late-night activities remain sparse outside of bars. Drinking alcohol is forbidden in the Islamic faith. Muslim-owned coffee shops create social spaces that are family-friendly and alcohol-free — and they're growing in popularity. Central Indiana is home to at least eight Muslim-owned coffee and dessert shops. They have often been my go-to spots for late-night study sessions as I finish my senior year at Butler University. Beyond campus or my home, there is nothing open in the evenings where I can get work done. But with caffeine and ample seating, Muslim-owned coffee shops have helped. One of them, Turkish chain Mariam Coffee, is open until 9 p.m. during the week and midnight on weekends in Fishers. It also has a Broad Ripple location open until 7 p.m. every night. 'I think it gives you options,' Mariam Coffee co-owner Renee Stella said. 'It's not even just the Muslim community. I mean, I know of a lot of people who choose not to drink alcohol. And this provides a fun safe place that you can go and just relax … Families come as well, you know, and so I think it's important to have a family friendly place … I think that's really our niche.' As a Muslim, these coffee shops have given me the opportunity to spend time working and socializing in spaces that center around community. There is something special about conversations over coffee in a space where I am surrounded by people who come from similar walks of life. Mariam Coffee last month adjusted operations for the Islamic month of Ramadan — a time when many Muslims seek out places to socialize after late-night prayers. The coffee shop was open past midnight on some evenings. Regardless of the time of year, though, Mariam Coffee creates a social space late at night for all ages. Yemeni-owned Yafa Golden Coffee in Noblesville also offers late-night spaces — with an emphasis on traditional pastries and baked goods. 'We're Muslim, which means that we don't drink,' Assistant Manager Abdullah Ali said. 'But at the same time, it doesn't just just start with Muslims. It's for everyone. Like, if you come here on a Friday night, you'll see people from all different countries, from all races … You'll see people from everywhere. And that's the goal.' The Yafa experience is different from that of your typical franchise coffee chain. Yafa has an in-house bakery and serves up traditional Yemeni pastries and other desserts all day. From honeycomb pastries to croissants, Yafa provides baked goods that are fresh and made in house. Muslim-owned coffee shops merge culture with coffee, introducing Hoosiers to tastes they may have otherwise remained unfamiliar with. Coffee and tea are key parts of nightlife within many Muslim countries and cultures. Melt 'n Dip, a Lebanese franchise with a location in Fishers, is focused on chocolate-based desserts, in addition to its assortment of teas and coffee. Jibran Durrani, one of Melt 'n Dip's three owners, said the novelty of desserts and drinks draws customers in. The Dubai chocolate trend, which has taken social media by storm, has been a big hit for Melt 'n Dip in particular. 'We have people coming in telling us that they drove three hours to come try this,' Durrani said. 'We have all kinds of food [in Indianapolis], and we felt like dessert was one thing that was missing, especially a late night type of place, because a lot of late night culture kind of revolves around alcohol.' Melt 'n Dip has created memories for me, and I often consider it a place to go for moments of celebration and joy. While alcohol-free spaces have always been popular among Muslims, there has been a shift toward Americans as a whole drinking less, especially among younger people. Non-Muslims make up the majority of Melt 'n Dip's crowd, with Muslim teens and young adults often showing during later hours. Durrani and his partners find that their business model, one that is inclusive of the needs of those who do not drink alcohol, serves them well. As the food and restaurant industry continues to recover from the impacts of the pandemic and business hours continue to remain shortened, these coffee shops are providing spaces for socialization that are open late but still alcohol-free. As more and more Muslim-owned coffee shops appear in Indiana, and across the nation, these business owners want people to know that they are not just providing their customers with coffee, but with spaces to unwind and socialize. In the Central Indiana region, Muslim-owned coffee shops provide Hoosiers with alternatives to late-night social activities that would typically involve alcohol. Muslim-owned coffee shops are serving Indiana with coffee, confections and community.
Yemen Online
06-04-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Online
2 ballistic missiles launched from Yemen toward Israel
Israeli Army Radio on Saturday said two ballistic missiles were launched from Yemen overnight and Saturday morning, claiming both projectiles fell far from Israeli borders without causing damage. The first missile was launched shortly after 1 a.m. (2300GMT), while the second at around 10:30 a.m. (0730GMT). The announcement came hours after Yemen's Houthi movement claimed responsibility for a drone strike on a 'military target' in Tel Aviv. In a televised statement Friday evening, Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree said 'our forces carried out a military operation targeting an Israeli military target in the occupied area of Jaffa using a drone of the 'Yafa' type.' Earlier in the day, the Israeli army claimed intercepting a drone that had approached from the east. After initially halting missile and drone attacks on Israel following a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement in Gaza in January, the Houthis resumed targeting Israel after Tel Aviv broke the truce.
