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19/02/2025

Iş Gıda, the former franchise operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in Türkiye, has declared bankruptcy, resulting in the closure of 537 restaurants. The bankruptcy comes amid increasing boycott calls against Yum! Brands, accused of supporting pro-Israeli start-ups.

Last month, Yum! Brands announced it had terminated its franchise agreements with Iş Gıda, citing a sharp decline in sales and the operator’s failure to meet the company’s standards.

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19/02/2025

Images show Palestine Action activists spraying red paint on the BBC headquarters in London for the second time on Monday, protesting what they claim is the broadcaster’s complicity in Israel’s war on Gaza.

A report by The Independent in November last year revealed that over 100 BBC employees accused the network of bias in favour of Israel and criticised it for a lack of “evidence-based journalism.”

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19/02/2025

Saudi Arabia strongly reaffirms its total rejection of any violations of the Palestinian people's legitimate rights and firmly opposes Trump's plan for the forced displacement of Gaza's residents.

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19/02/2025

Lebanon says any remaining Israeli presence on Lebanese soil would be considered an occupation

Lebanon will consider any remaining Israeli presence on its lands an occupation and has the right to use any means to ensure an Israeli withdrawal, a spokesperson for the Lebanese presidency said on Tuesday.

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18/02/2025

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18/02/2025

Only 11 days until Ramadan! 💛

"رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِۦ ۖ وَٱعْفُ عَنَّا وَٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَٱرْحَمْنَآ ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَىٰنَا"

"Our Lord! Do not burden us with what we cannot bear. Pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our ˹only˺ Guardian." (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:286)

May Allah shower His mercy upon us this Ramadan! ✨

18/02/2025

UN appeals for $6 bn for Sudan crisis aid in 2025

The UN appeals for six billion dollars to provide desperately needed aid to people in war-ravaged Sudan.
"This is a humanitarian crisis that is truly unprecedented in its scale and gravity," says UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher. "And it demands a response unprecedented in scale and intent".

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18/02/2025

Jordan’s King Abdullah II reaffirmed his country's firm stance against the displacement of Palestinians during a meeting with veterans in Amman.
Meanwhile, last Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking alongside King Abdullah in the Oval Office, suggested the possibility of relocating Palestinians from Gaza to nations such as Egypt, Jordan, or even non-Arab countries, while signaling reluctance to consider alternative proposals for the region.

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18/02/2025

Kyrie Irving makes a powerful statement on and off the court, proudly wearing a 'Free Palestine' wristband in a show of solidarity.

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18/02/2025

Mordechai Brafman, a man reportedly hunting Palestinians, was arrested over the weekend after shooting two Israelis on Miami Beach in Florida, mistaking them for Palestinians. The 43-year-old was detained on Saturday night and now faces two charges of attempted second-degree murder. Brafman’s actions, which have sparked widespread outrage online, resulted in the shooting of an Israeli father and son, whom he identified as Palestinians.

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18/02/2025

Congressional insiders reveal that the U.S. push to ban TikTok is more about protecting Israel's image than fears of Chinese infiltration. At the Munich Security Conference, Senator Mark Warner revealed that TikTok's growing influence on young Americans’ views of Israel sparked renewed bipartisan support for banning the app.

Former congressman Mike Gallagher, who introduced the 2023 bill labeling TikTok a national security threat, noted that the bill gained momentum after antisemitic content appeared on the platform. Israeli officials have reportedly lobbied in Washington, blaming TikTok’s algorithm for fueling youth opposition to the Gaza war.

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18/02/2025

Egypt's Foreign Minister, Badr Abdelatty, announced that a reconstruction plan for Gaza is being developed in collaboration with Palestinian, Arab, and international stakeholders.

The plan focuses on early recovery while ensuring Palestinians remain in their land. Abdelatty stressed the importance of a political solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and reaffirmed Egypt's support for a unified Palestinian state based on a two-state solution. He also emphasised the need for continuous humanitarian aid and for the US to play a role in upholding the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The ceasefire, in place since January 19, has halted Israel's violence, which has resulted in over 48,200 Palestinian deaths.

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18/02/2025

Jordan's king tells military retirees he rejected Palestinian displacement in Washington visit

After returning from his recent visit to Washington, Jordan's King addressed military retirees and reiterated his stance against the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza and the West Bank.

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17/02/2025

The Importance of forgiveness lessons from Surah Yusuf with Shabbir Hassan, The Muslim Bookshelf

In this clip from The Muslim Bookshelf, Shabbir Hassan reflects on the importance of forgiveness through lessons from Surah Yusuf.
He explores how Prophet Yusuf (AS) exemplified patience and grace in the face of betrayal, offering powerful insights on letting go of resentment and embracing mercy.
This short yet impactful discussion serves as a reminder of the transformative power of forgiveness in our daily lives.

17/02/2025

17/02/2025

Only 12 days until Ramadan! 💛

رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِنْ لَدُنْكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ ٱلْوَهَّابُ (آل عمران

"Our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower." (Surah Ali 'Imran, 3:8)

17/02/2025

Palestinian-American political analyst warns of Gaza ceasefires vulnerability

The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza remains fragile, marked by mutual accusations, ongoing tensions, and concerns over external influence, including U.S. intervention.
Here's what Palestinian American analyst from Executive Director of Arab Center Washington DC Khalil Jahshan had to say.

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17/02/2025

President Trump signs executive order to cut U.S. aid to South Africa, accusing government of racial discrimination against white Afrikaners and offering asylum, citing ICJ case against Israel as another factor.

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