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- Saba Yemen
Meeting in Sana'a discusses media preparation for Conference of Greatest Messenger
Sana'a – Saba A meeting was held today in Sana'a, chaired by Minister of Information Hashem Sharaf Al-Din, with the participation of the Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Committee of the Third International Conference on the Greatest Messenger (PBUH), Abdulrahman Al-Afif, member of the Supervisory Committee Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Shoaibi, and Conference President Dr. Al-Qassem Abbas. The meeting, attended by the heads of the conference's Media Committee, Dhaifallah Al-Shami, and the Relations Committee, Dr. Ali Muthaffar, as well as Deputy Head of the Preparatory Committee Abdullah Rubaid, discussed aspects related to media preparation and coverage for the conference scheduled to be held from 21 to 23 Rabi' al-Awwal 1447 AH. The meeting reviewed the conference's key themes, including cultural and social, political and administrative, economic, educational and scientific, professional, technical and industrial, media, and security and military aspects. It also addressed the role of media in covering the conference's activities and various topics. During the meeting, the Minister of Information affirmed the commitment of media institutions and outlets to actively cover and accompany the conference's proceedings and topics, reflecting the Yemeni people's deep reverence for the Greatest Messenger (PBUH) and his noble legacy. He emphasized that the research papers submitted for the conference are rooted in real-world needs rather than theoretical frameworks, and were carefully selected for their relevance to the state and society. He highlighted the importance of these studies in delivering a meaningful media message that strengthens Yemenis' love and deep connection to the Prophet (PBUH). Minister Sharaf Al-Din also stressed the media's eagerness to cover the conference comprehensively, particularly the media axis, which requires scientific contributions to effectively convey the message of this significant religious occasion both domestically and internationally. He affirmed that the Ministry of Information, its leadership, and media institutions would stand as strong supporters of the conference committees and organizers, especially given that it is the first global conference of this magnitude aimed at showcasing the status of the Prophet (PBUH) in the hearts of all Muslims, and Yemenis in particular. Meanwhile, Conference President Dr. Al-Qassem Abbas and Media Committee Head Al-Shami expressed their appreciation to the Ministry of Information for its support and sponsorship of the conference and its activities. They confirmed the Ministry's role in overseeing media efforts for the conference, noting that the media work has been structured into three phases: preparation and setup, live coverage and accompaniment, and post-conference follow-up to implement recommendations and outcomes—ensuring the event reflects the greatness and noble status of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
US Senate confirms Donald Trump's in-law Charles Kushner as ambassador to France
Charles Kushner The United States Senate has confirmed real estate developer Charles Kushner , father-in-law of President Donald Trump 's daughter Ivanka, to serve as ambassador to France and the principality of Monaco. Also Read | 'A strong advocate representing our country': Trump nominates Charles Kushner as US ambassador to France Kushner, who was confirmed 51-45, is the founder of Kushner Companies, a real estate firm. His son Jared is a former White House senior adviser married to Ivanka, Trump's eldest daughter. New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, told Kushner his nomination comes at a 'critical time' because 'our European allies are anxious.' Shaheen also asked Kushner about his criminal past. He replied he made a 'very, very, very serious mistake and paid a very heavy price for that.'
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump nominee says to press UK on Israel arms
Donald Trump's nominee to be ambassador to London said Tuesday he would ask Britain to reverse a partial suspension of arms exports to Israel, a decision taken over rights concerns. Warren Stephens, an Arkansas-based investment banker and political donor to Trump named for the coveted diplomatic posting, said he was "a little perplexed" by the decision of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. "What I've read about that, with the UK halting some of their shipments to Israel, is certainly concerning," Stephens said at his confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. "I would do my part to encourage them to reinstate those permits and to try to get them, you know, what they need to continue the fight," he said. He was responding to a question of Republican Senator Rick Scott, who said Starmer's Labour Party "treats Israel as a problem and not a solution" and called on Stephens to "try to educate" Britain on Israel. Starmer, a former human rights lawyer, announced in September that Britain would suspend 30 out of 350 arms export licenses to Israel out of fear the weapons could be used in breach of humanitarian law as Israel pounds Gaza in response to the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. Starmer said at the time that Britain still supported "Israel's right to self-defense" but was "committed to the international rule of law." The decision reversed the position of the previous Conservative government and contrasted with the stance of the United States, which under president Joe Biden voiced concern about Israel's use of US weapons but with one exception maintained shipments. The Biden administration did not criticize Starmer's move, saying Britain made its own sovereign decisions. Trump has vowed robust support for Israel. Despite slashing the vast majority of US aid abroad, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered the speeding up of some $4 billion in weapons to Israel. sct/md
