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"Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk", Op-ed
Elham Aboul Fateh Whenever I hear the song, "O those journeying to the beloved Prophet… how fortunate you are, and may it be my turn soon," my heart flutters, and I wish I were with them. So, congratulations to those for whom Hajj has been ordained this year. I feel as though I am standing amidst the crowd, pilgrims in their white garments, moving with steady steps towards the Kaaba, their hearts echoing: "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk." How blessed are you, those whom our God has chosen to be His guests, and how blessed are you, circling His Sacred House. How fortunate you are, supplicating before the Kaaba, tears flowing unconsciously. People are like ocean waves in circumambulation; you cannot distinguish one from another. The rich beside the poor, the Arab beside the non-Arab, all saying, "O Allah," and wishing for forgiveness. And in Arafat, prayers ascend to the heavens, and hearts are tethered to mercy, forgiveness, and pardon… O God, grant us a share. We are here in our homes, perhaps far from the scene, but our hearts are there… We prepare for the sacrifice and chant the Takbirat: "Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illa Allah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar wa lillahil Hamd." (Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, there is no god but Allah, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, and to Allah belongs all praise.) Congratulations to those who have reached the Prophet's sanctuary and stood at his noble door, greeting him with uncontainable tears and hearts bearing longing and certainty. From the illuminated city of Medina to the honored city of Mecca, the stations of light unfold. In the circumambulation around the Kaaba, everything strips away the worldly and its adornments; faces turn towards the One and Only, and hearts beat: "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk." Waves of humanity flow, old and young, men and women, from every color and tongue… "My turn, O God, my turn, to Arafat, to Muzdalifah, to Mina." And as the Day of Arafat approaches, homes begin their preparations. Sacrificial animals are bought, courtyards are cleaned, and hearts are made ready to receive the Day of Sacrifice. Eid al-Adha is not just a moment of joy, but a moment of awareness of Prophet Ibrahim's obedience, Prophet Ismail's submission, and the renewal of the covenant with Allah. I know that many applied for Hajj visas but it was not Allah's will for them to be among the pilgrims. God Willing, there will be more facilitations in the coming years, and may Allah grant it to everyone who longs for it. read more Analysis- Turkey Has 0 Regional Allies... Why? Analysis: Russia, Turkey... Libya in Return For Syria? Analysis: Who Will Gain Trump's Peace Plan Fruits? Analysis: Will Turkey's Erdogan Resort to Snap Election? Analysis: What Are Turkey's Aspirations in Iraq? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Mercenaries In Libya... Who Should Be Blamed? Opinion & Analysis Analysis- How 'Libya Nightmare' Takes Erdogan to Algiers Opinion & Analysis Analysis: What Happens After Brexit? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Strategic Significance of Libya's Sirte, Jufra! News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan
Observer
3 days ago
- Observer
First expatriate group from Oman arrives at holy land
Muscat: The first group of expatriates who left for the holy land of Mekkah for Hajj 2025 by air arrived in Madinah and was given a cordial welcome by people from different walks of life on Thursday. The group comprising 52 expat pilgrims who secured permission to perform Hajj from Oman's Ministry of Endowments and religious Affairs (MERA) through the Muscat Sunni Center left for the airport by bus from Ruwi near the Sultan Qaboos Mosque premises on Wednesday. The group proceeded on a Saudi Airlines flight to Madinah would resume their journey to Makkah on May 31 after staying in Medina for three days. Speaking to the Observer, Zakir Hussain Faizi, the Ameer of the Hajj group said that the group will return to Muscat from Jeddah on June 11 after completing the rituals of the holy Hajj. As many as 14,000 people are going to Hajj from Oman this year. Of these, 13,530 are native citizens and 470 are expatriates. Of these, 235 are expatriates of Arab origin. Out of the 235 who got a chance in the remaining non-Arab expatriate quota, made the group to Saudi. Since the new moon was sighted on Tuesday, Eid al-Adha will be celebrated in Oman along with other Gulf countries on June 6. Prominent personalities from the socio-cultural scene in Oman participated in the pilgrimage. Prior to the pilgrimage, exclusive training for the selected pilgrims was given last week at the Manbaul Huda Madrasa in Ruwi. The five-day study class and camp, which was conducted from 8 pm to 10 pm, was attended by many people from different parts of Oman, both those going to Hajj and those not going to Hajj. Anwar Haji, Ghafoor Haji, Salim Corniche, Umar Wafi, Sulaimankutty, PAV Abubakar Haji, Rafeeq Sreekantapuram and Shuhaib Pappinissery, N Muhammadali Faizi, Doctor Muhammad Ali from Al Abeer Hospital and Akhil Rahman, along with Shajudeen Basheer B Muhammad Panniyur were also present at the flag off ceremony.
Iraqi News
4 days ago
- Business
- Iraqi News
UN: We believe in Iraq's return to its positive role
Baghdad – INA The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) announced on Wednesday that it believes in Iraq's return to its positive role, stressing that legislative compliance is the primary guarantee for the sustainability of the digital transformation. In his speech at the second conference on combating money laundering and terrorist financing, attended by an Iraqi News Agency (INA) correspondent, the UN Secretary-General's Representative in Iraq, Mohammed Al-Hassan, said, "This conference represents an important milestone in Iraq's journey towards transitioning to a state of law and institutions and engaging positively with efforts to combat money laundering and dry up the sources of terrorist financing." He praised the choice of the title of this session, "Challenges of Arab Banks in Compliance with International Laws and Legislation and Ways to Meet the Requirements of Correspondent Banks," which reflects a growing awareness among financial and banking institutions that restoring confidence and the efforts of international companies require adherence to the highest standards of transparency and accountability. He added, "The United Nations believes in Iraq and its return, and believes that good governance, transparency, and international transition are not just slogans, but rather pillars of a transparent economy that interacts with the region and the world." He commended the efforts of the Central Bank of Iraq and the Iraqi Private Banks Association for "leading this positive movement." Al-Hassan called for "strengthening partnerships with international and regional financial institutions, including the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the Financial Action Task Force, the Economic Commission for Western Asia, and others, to build national capacities that facilitate raising standards to meet global requirements and requirements." He noted that "such partnerships are accompanied by benefiting from the successful experiences of a number of Arab and non-Arab countries that have been able to gain the trust of international institutions and people by adopting profound reforms capable of integrating Iraq into the global banking system, serving its national interests toward sustainable development." He explained that "today's conference serves as a platform for exchanging expertise and reviewing the applications of technology and artificial intelligence as practical tools to strengthen completion organizations." He noted that "in light of the accelerating digital transformation, technology is no longer an option, but an urgent necessity. If properly utilized, it can uncover suspicious patterns, enhance the accuracy of regulatory procedures, and accelerate financial risks." He emphasized the need for "such technological development to be coupled with a transparent legislative and legal system. While digitization offers unprecedented possibilities, legislative compliance remains the primary guarantee for the sustainability of today's transformation."
Qatar Tribune
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Katara gets 1,500 short story contest submissions from Arab, foreign nations
QNA Doha The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) announced receiving 1,500 submissions for the Katara Short Story Competition from 32 countries, including 19 Arab nations and 13 foreign countries. Of these, 1,473 entries were from Arab countries, while 27 were from non-Arab nations. Submissions from Egypt and Sudan topped the entry list, with a combined total of 612 entries, followed by contributions from the Levant and Iraq, which accounted for approximately 412 entries. The Maghreb region ranked third with 296 submissions, while entries from the Arab Gulf states came in fourth with around 153 contributions. Meanwhile, submissions from non-Arab countries totalled 27 entries. Katara has designated three awards for the competition, with the first prize valued at QR15,000, the second prize set at QR12,000, and the third prize estimated at approximately QR10,000. The contest is open to writers of both genders, with no age restrictions, provided that each participant submits only one short story. Katara Publishing House is entitled to publish the winning entries, with the act of submission constituting the writer's full and final consent to publication in the event of selection. Among the stipulated conditions of the competition is that the short story must not be fewer than 1,500 words and must not exceed 5,000 words. The submission must be an original short story composed in Modern Standard Arabic, written in linguistically sound form, free of spelling errors, with proper application of punctuation marks. It is also required that the story be unpublished on any media outlet and must not have previously won any award, as it must be submitted exclusively for this competition.
Jordan News
10-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
2.267 Billion Dinars: Amman Chamber of Industry Exports in First Third of 2025 - Jordan News
Exports from the Amman Chamber of Industry continued their upward growth trajectory since the beginning of 2025, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of Jordanian industry in overcoming challenges, bolstered by its quality and competitiveness in export markets. اضافة اعلان During the first third of this year, exports increased by 14.8%, surpassing the 2 billion dinar mark, compared to the same period in 2024. According to statistical data obtained by the Jordan News Agency (Petra), exports reached 2.267 billion dinars, up from 1.973 billion dinars in the same period last year. Most industrial sectors saw an increase in exports, except for the wood and furniture, medical and pharmaceutical supplies, and packaging sectors, which declined by 14.7%, 6.4%, and 5.2% respectively. Conversely, seven sub-industrial sectors recorded varying levels of growth, the highest being the construction materials sector at 105.2%, and the lowest being plastics and rubber at 1.6%. India, the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq collectively accounted for over half of Amman's exports, totaling 1.284 billion dinars. Exports to India rose by 19.9%, reaching 307 million dinars, up from 256 million the year before. Exports to Saudi Arabia increased by 4.7% to 274 million dinars, while exports to Iraq rose by 4% to 303 million dinars. However, exports to the United States declined by 4.1%, dropping to 400 million dinars from 417 million, though it remained the top importer of Amman's exports. Exports to Syria surged 346.5% to reach 94 million dinars, up from 21 million in the same period last year. Exports to Palestine also rose by 34.1%, totaling 58 million dinars, up from 42 million. Geographically, Arab countries topped the list with 1.103 billion dinars, followed by non-Arab Asian countries at 447 million, and North America at 416 million dinars. Exports to the EU totaled 120 million dinars, Africa 80 million, non-EU European countries 69 million, South America 12 million, and other countries 21 million dinars. Sector-wise distribution included: Mining industries: 504 million dinars Chemicals and cosmetics: 420 million dinars Engineering, electrical, and IT: 356 million dinars Food, agriculture, and livestock: 334 million dinars Medical and health supplies: 197 million dinars Textiles and leather: 189 million dinars Plastics and rubber: 101 million dinars Packaging and stationery: 84 million dinars Construction materials: 75 million dinars Wood and furniture: 6 million dinars Founded in 1962, the Amman Chamber of Industry currently includes 8,600 industrial establishments, employing 159,000 workers, with a total capital of around 5 billion dinars.
