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The Israeli occupation forces continue to commit the crime of genocide in the Gaza Strip for the 404th consecutive day, by carrying out dozens of airstrikes and artillery shelling, resulting in massacres against civilians, amid a catastrophic humanitarian situation due to the blockade and the displacement of more than 95% of the population.
Correspondents reported that the occupation's aircraft and artillery continued their intense bombardment today, Wednesday, in various areas of the Gaza Strip, targeting homes, gatherings of displaced persons, and streets, resulting in dozens of martyrs and wounded.
The occupation forces have continued their ground invasion of large neighborhoods in Rafah since May 7, along with several fronts in Gaza amidst aerial and artillery bombardment and the commission of horrific massacres, including the demolition of citizens' homes in the Jabalia camp.
Starvation shelling and siege
For the 40th consecutive day, northern Gaza is under an Israeli siege and starvation amidst violent aerial and artillery shelling, completely isolating the northern governorate from Gaza.
The occupation forces have also been forcibly disrupting the work of civil defense in northern Gaza for the 22nd day due to the ongoing Israeli targeting and aggression, leaving thousands of citizens there without humanitarian and medical care.
Civil defense teams successfully rescued two children alive from the rubble of the home of the “Awida” family, which was bombed by the Israeli occupation yesterday in the al-Sabra area south of Gaza City.
One citizen was martyred due to Israeli shelling targeting a gathering of residents on Al-Mansoura Street in the al-Shuja'iyya neighborhood east of Gaza City.
Several citizens were injured in an Israeli airstrike that targeted a house belonging to the al-Awadha family in the al-Da'wah area northeast of the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.
Two citizens were injured as a result of the Israeli occupation forces targeting displaced persons' tents in the Al-Attar area west of Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip.
One citizen was martyred and others were injured in an Israeli strike targeting a group of citizens in northern Rafah, south of Gaza.
Eyewitnesses reported that two citizens were martyred in shelling by occupation boats west of the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.
Israeli warplanes bombed a house belonging to the Abu Nasser family near Al-Qassam Mosque in the Beit Lahia project in northern Gaza.
Five citizens were martyred due to shelling targeting them at the entrance to Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza.
Civil defense
The civil defense reported the recovery of three martyrs and injured individuals from a house belonging to the Thabet family that was bombed by the occupation in the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.
Medical sources reported the martyrdom of two citizens and the injury of several others due to the occupation's shelling of a group of citizens on Al-Muntar Street in the al-Shuja'iyya neighborhood east of Gaza City.
The occupation’s artillery shelled the Sheikh Zayed Roundabout area in northern Gaza.
Athlete Iyad Abu Khater
Athlete Iyad Abu Khater from Al-Tuffah Sports Club was martyred due to the ongoing shelling by the occupation in northern Gaza.
Many citizens were injured due to an Israeli shelling that targeted a house belonging to the Abu Jarad family in the al-Manshiya neighborhood in the Beit Lahia town in northern Gaza.
Occupation aircraft conducted four airstrikes early this morning on the al-Bureij camp in central Gaza.
The occupation’s artillery shelled various areas in the Jabalia camp in northern Gaza.
The occupation army completely burned down the Mahdiyyah Al-Shawa school, which was sheltering hundreds of displaced persons in Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza.
Occupation warboats shelled the area west of the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.
In an era marked by religious polarization and widespread misunderstandings, it is refreshing to encounter stories of individuals who have traversed the boundaries of faith to discover a new sense of purpose and conviction. One such tale is that of Jonathan Burt, a British American writer, researcher, and professor who, after a profound personal journey, declared his conversion to Islam.
As the "son" of the former Director General of the BBC, Burt came from a prominent background, but it was his intellectual curiosity and introspection that ultimately led him to make this significant decision.
In an interview with The Guardian, he revealed that he was drawn to Islam precisely because he could not find a rational basis for basic moral values outside of religion. This quest for moral certainty was the driving force behind his search for truth, which ultimately led him to the Islamic Center where he proclaimed the Shahada and embarked on a new path.
The experience of converting to Islam was deeply transformative for Burt, as he himself described it. "After I pronounced the Shahada in the Islamic Center, I felt a light illuminating that hall, and a flowing light flowing into me," he recalled in an interview with Al-Hiwar Al-Arabiya. This moment of epiphanic insight was a turning point in his life, and it is this feeling of conviction that has sustained him throughout his journey.
Burt's academic background in social anthropology at the University of Oxford, coupled with his current pursuit of a doctorate in research related to Islam and Muslim affairs, has provided him with a unique perspective on the faith. His Master's degree, which he earned at Oxford, has given him a solid foundation in anthropological research methods, which he has applied to his studies on Islam and Muslim societies.
Burt had an academic background in social anthropology from the University of Oxford and is currently pursuing a doctorate in research related to Islam and Muslim affairs. He has acquired a Master's degree from Oxford, which firmly based him in the methods of anthropological research applied to studies on Islam and Muslim societies.
Coming to Islam was neither a sudden nor impulsive action on Burt's part; rather, it was the culmination of a deeply personal and intellectual journey. His study of Islam has not only helped him to deepen his perception of that faith but it has also guided his quest to build understanding and harmony between Muslims and non-Muslims. As a prominent British Muslim, his commentary on and remarks regarding Islam and issues relating to Muslims are wide-ranging in outlets such as The Guardian, The Economist, and The Intercept among others.
Among the most striking aspects of Burt's story is the breadth that his interests have taken on, now encompassing such topics as the spread of Islam, new Muslims, and the rights of Muslims in Britain. His study, the first of its type on Christians converting to Islam, discovered 14,200 British Caucasian Muslims-a figure that sheds light on the scope and size of Islamic conversion.
Through his journey, Burt has always based himself on conviction, fostered by his immersion in Islamic scholarship and by the avidness with which he plunges into the faith for its depth, balance, and coherence. His research has enabled him to shed light on various aspects of Islamic life and history in Britain, and his academic articles have contributed to the growing body of literature on Islam and Muslim societies.
Jonathan Burt's story is a powerful reminder of how conviction can change one's life and how faith needs to be undergone with an open heart and mind during those times when religious prejudice and division were evident. This was growth, change, spiritual rejuvenation-symptoms of an innocent yet brave human being-from the quest for moral certainty to conversion to Islam. The story of Burt will most likely continue to inspire others in the same kind of self-discovery journeys that he has so far led his life through, as he shares his thoughts and insights with the world.
On the 403rd day of the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation, the occupying forces intensify their assault on the Gaza Strip, leading to civilian massacres. At the same time, confrontations continue between Palestinian resistance and the occupying forces across various fronts.
Occupation forces 130 families to evacuate from Beit Hanoun
This morning, the occupation army forced approximately 130 Palestinian families to evacuate from shelters and residential homes in Beit Hanoun, located in the northern Gaza Strip.
The evacuation occurred under intense gunfire and artillery shelling, terrifying thousands of civilians trapped in a region that has been subjected to systematic bombardment for 39 consecutive days.
Palestinian news agency quoted eyewitnesses stating that the occupation forces repeatedly fired to compel families to leave, as the displaced were reluctantly heading towards Salah al-Din Street, which connects the northern and southern parts of the strip, amid ongoing bombardment of the town.
Casualties among students and teachers rise in Gaza and the West Bank
The Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education reported that the Israeli aggression has resulted in 12,061 student deaths and 19,467 injuries so far.
The number of student martyrs in the Gaza Strip has reached 11,946, with 18,858 injured, while 115 students have been killed in the West Bank, with 609 others injured, and 466 additional students arrested.
The ministry indicated that the losses also included hundreds of teachers and administrative staff, with 564 of them martyred and 3,729 injured, in addition to over 153 teachers arrested in the West Bank.
Moreover, 441 schools and universities in Gaza and 126 schools in the West Bank have been bombed and destroyed, reflecting the extent of destruction affecting the educational sector.
Al-Qassam bombs a house resulting in the death and injury of 10 Israeli soldiers
Al-Qassam Brigades announced the execution of a covert operation that resulted in the death and injury of 10 Israeli soldiers through the detonation of a powerful explosive device inside a house in the Jabalia camp in northern Gaza.
In a statement, Al-Qassam mentioned that the operation occurred after the soldiers entered the house, with the device detonated immediately upon their entry, leading to direct casualties among them.
Heroic scenes of targeting occupation vehicles with the participation of an elderly fighter
Today, Tuesday, Al-Qassam released footage of an operation targeting Israeli military vehicles with "Yassin 105" shells in Jabalia camp.
The clips displayed frontline fighters alongside an elderly man nearing sixty, who participated in targeting an Israeli tank and successfully hitting it.
One of the Al-Qassam fighters stated: "We are here on the front lines in Jabalia camp alongside this elderly man who is nearing sixty and has refused to live in humiliation and sought to struggle in the way of God."
He added, "God will honor him, and we will inflict heavy losses on this enemy that preys on children and women and commits massacres day after day... With God's help and might, we will show you from the hell of Jabalia camp."
Occupation admits to the death of 4 soldiers in battles in northern Gaza
Today, the occupation army announced the death of 4 of its soldiers during clashes with Palestinian resistance factions in northern Gaza.
The army's statement indicated that the killed soldiers belonged to the "Shimson" Brigade of the "Kfir" Brigade, and they fell in fierce battles in the Jabalia area.
With this, the number of soldier casualties since the war began has risen to 787, of whom 373 died in ground battles inside Gaza, according to Israeli military sources.
In a step that embodies Kuwait's leading role in supporting global human development, Namaa Charity, affiliated with the Society of Social Reform, inaugurated the "Late Shaha Abdulrazak Al-Obeid Village" in the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. This village includes several facilities that meet the basic needs of the local population, including the establishment of a school, 50 homes for the poor, a clinic, a mosque, and an artesian well. The inauguration was held under the patronage of the National Assembly President, Adama Bictogo, and chaired by the High Representative of the President of the Republic, Gilbert Kafana Kone, with the support of the Minister of State and Minister of Defense, Tini Berahima Ouattara. This activity is part of the social policy aimed at improving the living conditions of the population. The opening ceremony was attended by Abdulaziz Al-Ibrahim, Deputy Head of the Communication Sector at Al-Namaa Charity, and Khalid Mubarak Al-Shammari, Director of the Relief Department.
Al-Ibrahim stated that the residential houses represent a new life for families living in harsh conditions. He emphasized that the Late Shahh Abdulrazak Al-Obeid residential village established by Al-Namaa Charity is one of the pioneering humanitarian initiatives aimed at providing a comprehensive environment for the most needy groups. This village contributes to improving the lives of needy families by providing housing, healthcare, education, and social and religious support, reflecting Kuwait's commitment to its global humanitarian role.
Al-Ibrahim clarified that the residential houses are not just shelters; they represent a new life for families that were living in tough conditions, allowing them to live with dignity and alleviating their daily burdens. He also highlighted the importance of the medical clinic located in the village, which addresses a pressing need for the local residents, receiving about 1,000 patients each month and providing basic medical services such as examination rooms, a delivery room, an emergency room, and a pharmacy. This clinic is considered a qualitative leap in improving the overall health of the population and alleviating their suffering.
He continued discussing the school, which spans an area of 780 m² and accommodates 280 students. He stated, "The school is not merely an educational building; it is a window of hope and an opportunity for educating children and youth living in remote areas, helping them build a better future and improve their living conditions." The school includes eight classrooms, multipurpose rooms such as a library, an activities room, a cafeteria, and rooms for teachers and administrators, providing a comprehensive educational environment that helps elevate the academic achievement of the students.
Al-Shammari: The village is a comprehensive model for achieving sustainable development.
Ibrahim highlighted the importance of the water well that was established at a depth of 100 meters to serve 5,000 individuals, explaining that it represents a source of life and health for the villagers, providing them with clean drinking water and reducing the effort exerted to fetch water from distant areas.
He added that the mosque, which spans an area of 200 square meters and accommodates 400 worshippers, is a place for worship and social interaction among the residents, strengthening their spiritual and social ties, promoting harmony, and enhancing values of cooperation and peace.
For his part, Khaled Mubarak Al-Shammari, Director of the Relief Department at Namaa Charity, stated that the village of the late Shahe Abdul Razak Al-Obaid in Ivory Coast represents a comprehensive model for achieving sustainable development, as it provides housing for the poor, health and educational services, and a source of clean water, which contributes to improving the living conditions of the local community and enhances their capacity for stability and economic growth.
He affirmed that the project aims to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by providing opportunities for education, health, and housing, contributing to poverty reduction and enhancing the quality of life.
Al-Shammari also pointed out that the project reflects Namaa Charity's commitment to creating a strong infrastructure that contributes to stabilizing living conditions, adding that the association is keen to employ local labor in construction projects, which supports the local economy and creates new job opportunities, benefiting the village's residents and the surrounding area.
Al-Shammari concluded his statement by emphasizing the importance of community partnership and the generous support from honorable donors, saying: "The village of the late Shahe Abdul Razak Al-Obaid embodies the ideal model of humanitarian cooperation and charitable work, and we look forward to more projects that serve needy communities and provide them with a dignified life and a sustainable future."
The General Secretariat for Endowments is organizing the "Eleventh Forum on Endowment Jurisprudential Issues" from November 11 for three days in Istanbul, Turkey, under the slogan "Emerging Issues and Legal Foundations," in cooperation with the International Islamic Charitable Organization and the Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs.
In his remarks on the preparations for the Eleventh International Forum on Endowment Jurisprudential Issues, the head of the scientific committee for the forum, Dr. Khalid Muthkur Al-Muthkur, stated that the committee has decided to delve into the pillars of successful endowments and discuss their issues between tradition and modernity; in order to develop and modernize, establish rules and guiding criteria to ensure the permanence of endowments without loss, impose principles of modern governance on their bodies, and support the choices of endowers and custodians in directing their expenditures.
He emphasized that the role of the scientific committee is to gather the scattered issues of endowments and place them on the research table in front of scholars, so they can express their opinions and reach appropriate legal solutions that aid endowment institutions in the Islamic world to gain jurisprudential insight and act according to what is mandated by Sharia.
Al-Mathkour added that the topics of the current forum are no less important than its predecessors, as the first topic, "Documenting Endowments... A Contemporary Legal Perspective," addresses issues related to the documentation and preservation of endowment deeds, such as the lack of clarity regarding the location of the endowment, the ambiguity of the deed's wording between endowment and others, the sale of endowment properties and their entry into documented ownerships without reference to the original deeds, the formulation of the endower's condition in an ambiguous vernacular not specified in the deed, the loss or damage of endowment deeds, the narrowing of endowment conditions without flexibility, which restricts the custodian's options in fulfilling the endower's condition, the lack of clarity regarding the fate of the endowment asset upon its completion, and the vagueness in the conditions set by the endower that govern the custodian's investment and growth of endowment funds, among other issues that required discussion and the establishment of scientific standards for guidance to endowers and endowment institutions worldwide.
Dr. Khalid Muthkur Al-Muthkur stated that the second topic examines "Governance Principles of Endowment Institutions," aiming to enhance the performance level of these institutions and develop practical models for their governance, making them more aligned with the nature of endowment work and its distinctive characteristics.
Dr. Khalid Al-Muthkur then clarified that the third topic is "Criteria for Prioritizing the Establishment of Endowments," aiming to establish controls that define for those in charge of official or private endowment institutions the rules and standards for prioritizing the establishment of endowments, and determining the uses of their proceeds according to their conditions, without competition among them, especially in light of the lack of regulations governing the prioritization of some over others, sometimes compounded by limited endowment resources, and the inability to accommodate conditional endowment expenditures as stated in endowment deeds. Additionally, there is a lack of clarity regarding these priorities even among the endowers themselves, who often overlook the immense reward for developing impoverished communities, believing that mitigating the harms of poverty outweighs the benefits of building mosques.
Al-Muthkur noted that previous forums have addressed extremely important topics and provided decisions and recommendations in this regard, confirming that the scientific committee has completed the preparation of the "Encyclopedia of Endowment Rules" to serve as a reference for the concerned parties regarding endowment affairs and issues. He commended the role of the General Secretariat for Endowments, which organizes the "Endowment Jurisprudential Issues Forum Project," highlighting its local, regional, and international leadership in endowment issues and its development and promotion of its sciences and studies.
On another note, and emphasizing the importance of coordinating efforts to hold this important endowment jurisprudential forum, the Kuwaiti Embassy in Ankara, represented by counselor Sultan Al-Aradah, visited the headquarters of the Directorate of Religious Affairs in the Republic of Turkey, where they met with Deputy President Dr. Selim Argun to discuss the best mechanisms to ensure the smooth conduct of the forum, expressing their gratitude to the Endowment Secretariat for its role in coordinating the efforts of Islamic countries in the field of endowments.
In conclusion, Dr. Khalid Muthkur Al-Muthkur extended his thanks to the General Secretariat for Endowments and its members, as well as to the esteemed members of the scientific committee for their efforts in making the forum successful. He also expressed gratitude to the Islamic Charitable Organization and the Presidency of Religious Affairs in the Republic of Turkey for their complete cooperation and participation in organizing the forum, wishing everyone continued success and guidance.
The occupying forces continue to commit the crime of genocide in the Gaza Strip for the 402nd consecutive day, by launching dozens of airstrikes and artillery bombardments, while committing massacres against civilians, amid a catastrophic humanitarian situation due to the blockade and the displacement of more than 95% of the population.
Today, the occupation's aircraft and artillery continued their violent strikes and bombardments in various areas of the Gaza Strip, targeting homes, displacement gatherings, and streets, resulting in dozens of martyrs and injured.
Additionally, there has been a ground invasion of wide neighborhoods in Rafah, and several axes of Gaza, accompanied by air and artillery bombardments and the commission of horrific massacres, as well as the demolition of citizens' homes in the Jabalia camp.
For the 38th consecutive day, northern Gaza, particularly the Jabalia camp and Beit Lahia, is suffering under an "Israeli" siege and starvation amidst violent air and artillery bombardments, completely isolating the northern governorate from Gaza.
The occupying forces continue, for the 20th day, to forcibly obstruct the work of the Civil Defense in northern Gaza due to ongoing "Israeli" targeting and aggression, leaving thousands of citizens there without humanitarian and medical care.
The occupying forces have advanced around the land of Al-Luh and the Mosque of Muadh ibn Jabal "north of the Nuseirat camp, and west of the Nuseirat camp in Wadi Abu Jabr and the land of Abu Ma'la," simultaneously with heavy gunfire and artillery bombardments.
An elderly martyr arrived at the Al-Awda Hospital in Nuseirat after being subjected to artillery fire west of the Nuseirat camp. Another 74-year-old man was martyred due to injuries sustained from targeting yesterday in Nuseirat at the Al-Hajj bakery.
Earlier on Sunday, more than 49 people were martyred, half of them children, in "Israeli" bombardments on two houses in Gaza City and Jabalia town in the northern sector.
On the ground, the resistance announced that its fighters managed to "target a walking Zionist force consisting of 15 soldiers and neutralize them from zero distance," west of the Shimaa area north of Beit Lahia in the northern sector.
The book "Migration and its Role in Settling Islam in Europe: Challenges of Coexistence and Integration, with Britain as a Model" by author Hamid Al-Hashimi is regarded as one of the scientific and practical works that discuss the issue of Muslim minorities. It serves as a reference for researchers and those interested in the struggles and experiences of Muslim minorities in the United Kingdom, as well as the means of coexistence with British society, especially in light of the growing "Islamophobia."
The author discusses the conditions of Muslims in Britain across several chapters, which are arranged in a manner that facilitates the reader's understanding of the nature of migration to Britain initially, before addressing the motivations that led to this migration. He then moves on to explore the challenges and obstacles that hinder integration with society in all its components.
The author speaks clearly in his book about the role of this migration in settling Islam in Europe, noting that non-Muslims in these countries have been influenced by members of the Muslim communities and their good morals. He also responds to the false claims of Orientalists about Islam, such as the assertion that Islam spread by the sword, clarifying with evidence that immigration and engaging with Muslims closely are among the reasons for understanding Islam in its correct form, far from the distortions of its haters.
If we wish to wander through the garden of this book, we will find that it is divided into 10 chapters, each highlighting an aspect of the suffering of Muslim minorities in Britain, while simultaneously showcasing the significant positive impact and good imprint that British Muslims have left on society.
The chapters of the book are structured as follows:
Chapter One:
Chapter One serves as an introductory explanation of the book's methodology and the study it conducts. It includes the problematization of the book, its significance, hypotheses, research techniques employed, and theoretical approaches related to the topic, alongside references to previous studies.
Chapter Two:
This chapter addresses the nature of Islam in Britain, including an introductory overview of the Kingdom and the early signs of Muslim migration to it, as well as the role of this migration in establishing the foundations for Muslims' coexistence and integration in the country and spreading Islam within it.
Chapter Three:
It addressed the social and economic situation of Muslim communities in the United Kingdom, based on indicators of their numbers and their distribution rates in different regions of the country, including the British territories.
Chapter Four:
It included a presentation of the Islamic presence in Britain through mosques, institutions, and Islamic organizations, and touched upon the importance of these institutions and their role in reinforcing Islamic identity.
Chapter Five:
It contained a presentation of the most significant non-Arab Muslim communities in Britain, such as the Turkish, Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, Malaysian, Cypriot, Iranian, Somali, Caribbean, and Afghan communities.
Chapter Six:
In this chapter, the author continued to shed light on the prominent Arab communities and their characteristics, addressing most Arab communities, such as the Egyptian, Palestinian, Iraqi, Syrian, Yemeni, and others.
Chapter Seven:
The author aimed to answer some important questions, such as the ways in which Islam spread in the West, and how social integration occurs while considering the nature of society and its fundamental components, alongside addressing the challenge of xenophobia as one of the most significant obstacles to integration.
Chapter Eight:
It discusses Britain as a society with social and cultural diversity, and the philosophy of social integration within this cultural intersection, alongside examining the reality of work and asylum procedures in British cities.
Chapter Nine:
It dedicated this chapter to discussing the problems encountered by immigrants after settling in the country, categorizing these problems into legal, social, psychological, and economic issues, and presenting the main psychological disorders among immigrants resulting from the difficult conditions they have experienced.
Chapter Ten:
In this chapter, the author discusses the positions of British political parties regarding issues of immigration, asylum, and integration, then addresses far-right parties, the motivations behind their emergence, and the acceptance of an agenda by certain segments of society, concluding with the stance of these parties on the topic of "Islamophobia."
With the 401st day of the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation underway, the occupation forces persist in intensifying their assault on the Gaza Strip, resulting in numerous civilian massacres, while clashes between the Palestinian resistance and the occupation forces continue on various fronts.
New Massacre in Jabalia Leaves 36 Martyrs
Today, Sunday, the town of Jabalia in northern Gaza witnessed a new massacre, where 36 civilians, including 15 children, were martyred as a result of the occupation's shelling of a house crowded with residents from the "Aloush" family.
According to Palestinian sources, the house was completely destroyed, and several of its inhabitants are still missing under the rubble, while the injured were transferred to the Baptist Hospital.
Three Bloody Massacres in 24 Hours
According to statistics from the Ministry of Health in Gaza, the occupation has committed 3 new massacres in the past 24 hours, resulting in the martyrdom of 51 individuals and injuries to 164 others, including victims of the Abu Nasr family massacre in Beit Lahiya in the northern sector.
The ministry noted that the total casualties since October 7, 2023, have reached 43,061 martyrs and 101,223 injured, revealing the scale of the escalating humanitarian disaster in the sector.
Qatar Denies Closing Hamas Office
Regarding diplomatic efforts, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs denied reports that it had withdrawn from the mediation file in Gaza and closed the Hamas office in Doha.
Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majid Al-Ansari confirmed to the Qatari News Agency (QNA) that Qatar has informed the relevant parties of its readiness to resume mediation when the necessary seriousness to end the war is available, reiterating his country's stance against using mediation as a means of political coercion.
Al-Ansari stated that Qatar had informed the parties 10 days ago, during the last attempts to reach an agreement, that it would suspend its mediation efforts between Hamas and Israel if no agreement was reached in that round. Moreover, Qatar added that it would resume those efforts with partners when the necessary seriousness to end the brutal war and the ongoing suffering of civilians due to the catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the sector is available.
He added that “Qatar will be at the forefront of making every righteous effort to end the war and secure the return of hostages and prisoners.”
Al-Ansari confirmed that “Qatar will not accept that mediation becomes a reason for its coercion, as we witnessed since the collapse of the first truce and the women and children exchange deal, manipulation especially in retracting commitments that were agreed upon through mediation, and exploiting the ongoing negotiations to justify the continuation of the war for narrow political purposes.”
He pointed out that reports concerning the future of the Hamas office in Doha are “inaccurate,” explaining that “the primary objective of having the office in Qatar is to serve as a communication channel between the concerned parties. This channel has achieved a cease-fire at several previous stages and contributed to maintaining calm leading up to the exchange of prisoners and hostages of women and children in November of last year.”
Al-Qassam Brigades Target Zionist Force in Beit Lahiya
In a significant field development, the Izzaddin al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, announced the execution of a zero-distance operation targeting a Zionist force consisting of 15 soldiers, using RPG shells and light weapons in the area west of Al-Shayma in northern Beit Lahiya.
They also announced targeting two military vehicles with two “Yassin 105” and “Tandem” shells, and a military bulldozer with a “Thunder” explosive device near the Martyr Imad Akel Mosque in the middle of the Jabalia camp in northern Gaza.
Al-Qassam clarified that they also targeted two military vehicles and a bulldozer in the middle of the Jabalia camp, indicating that members of the Zionist force suffered casualties, with some killed and others injured following clashes with them in the Al-Barakah area west of Beit Lahiya.
In light of the ongoing aggression against the Palestinian people, and with the continued support of some academic institutions for the Zionist entity, the "Gulf Coalition Against Normalization" has launched a campaign to boycott British universities involved in supporting the occupation.
The coalition stated in a statement: "We have informed more than thirty Gulf companies operating in the field of overseas education about the necessity of refraining from promoting British universities listed in the Gulf boycott for their complicity in the genocide in Gaza, and committing to not directing students to them, whether through university fairs, coordination offices, school visits, or through social media networks."
The coalition added that "the campaign to boycott British universities aims to pressure those that work closely with arms suppliers to the occupation army."
It pointed out that the campaign also seeks to "punish the administrations of universities for their extreme positions in supporting the occupying entity by hosting companies that manufacture weapons owned by the entity and groups of 'Friends of Israel' on campus, simultaneously with the genocide, while the universities themselves suppress anti-genocide student activities and continue to refuse to acknowledge the genocide until now."
The statement clarified that "the coalition recently announced a list of targeted universities, which includes the University of Manchester, the University of Leeds, the University of Liverpool, the University of Nottingham, the University of Portsmouth, Queen Mary University of London, Newcastle University, Northumbria University, Manchester Metropolitan University, and Coventry University."
The statement continued that "all of the aforementioned universities have been warned by the International Center for Justice for Palestinians (ICJP), which issued a warning regarding the criminal responsibility for any investments in genocide and occupation."
It also noted that "due to the current financial crises that British universities are suffering from because of the decline in the number of international students, on whom the university primarily relies for funding its activities, Gulf students intending to study abroad can hold these universities accountable, thereby causing losses that would transform military activities benefiting from genocide, which are abundant at British universities, into a burden that must be eliminated."
Then, it said: "What is required to achieve this is a collective commitment not to join the ten listed universities for students planning to study abroad," pointing out that "one of the key aspects of this process lies in stopping overseas study coordination companies from directing students to enroll in these universities."
The coalition called on all Gulf citizens to intensify pressure on overseas education companies through correspondence, calls, and comments on social media networks, starting now until the end of January, considering that this period is the most significant for British universities and their partners to attract international students, and thus it holds the most influence for the campaign.
The coalition urged participation in spreading the campaign among Gulf students planning to study abroad and collecting pledges to boycott these universities, which will subsequently assess the financial losses to the universities as a result of American Gulf students' refusal to enroll in universities that support genocide.
The government media office published an update on the most important statistics regarding the genocide being waged by the occupation against the Gaza Strip for the 400th consecutive day.
Here are the main results of the genocide:
400 days of genocide.
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Source: The Palestinian Information Centre