Noor Dahri, ex-Jihadist, fights Islamic extremism, advocates for peace

“I joined a Jihadist organization very early on in my life,” reminisced Noor Dahri in an exclusive interview with The Jerusalem Post. Dahri, nowadays a peace activist and head of Islamic Theology of Counter-Terrorism think tank (ITCT), was born and raised in Pakistan. “I was a very extreme person in my young life and … Read more

Dubai’s Abrahamic Business Circle promotes economic diplomacy

Spanning over 300 members from 57 countries including its global members, advisories, and brand ambassadors, the Abrahamic Business Circle was established following the signing of the “Abraham Accords” in September 2020. This private sector-oriented club, whose members are entrepreneurs and businesspeople in the fields of venture capital, investment fund, biotech, fintech, technology, real estate, … Read more

China urges Asian neighbours to take peace and security ‘into their own hands’

While the world faces complex security threats, “we will … take the future destiny of Asia’s long-lasting peace and security into our own hands, so that the flame of peace can be passed on from one generation to the next,” Zhao said, without specifically mentioning the conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza and the Red Sea. Zhao … Read more

Lebanese peace activist discusses the current war with Israel

The imminent war between Israel and Hezbollah creates ripple effects within Lebanese society and its inner discourse. The Jerusalem Post reached out to two Lebanese anti-war activists, Dr. Ghassan Bou Diab and A., who make efforts to promote peace between the ancient people from the two sides of the border, on and offline. The … Read more

I can sacrifice my office for peace in Rivers – Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara says that no sacrifice is too big to make for the peace of the state even if it means relinquishing his office as governor of the oil-rich state. “If leaving this position is what I need or what is needed to bring more peace to the state, I can even … Read more

On day 2, Rahul’s Yatra traverses valley-hills schisms in Manipur

The social and political divisions in Manipur since last May was clearly visible when Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’s second day began on Monday from the valley to the hill districts of the state. Gandhi continued to stress on social harmony, co-existence, healing wounds, mending minds and blamed BJP governments in the state and … Read more

‘Will bring back harmony, peace’: Rahul Gandhi kicks off ‘Bharat Jodo Nyaya Yatra’ from Manipur | India News

NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday promised to bring peace and harmony to the strife-torn Manipur while kicking off Congress’ ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra‘ from the hill state.The former Congress president also hit out at Prime Minister Modi, saying “Perhaps for the BJP and the RSS, Manipur was not a part of India”.Addressing … Read more

PM Modi: ‘Wishing everyone a splendid 2024’: PM Modi, President Murmu, other leaders extend New Year wishes to people | India News

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday took to X to extend New Year greetings and wished everyone a ‘splendid 2024‘.“Wishing everyone a splendid 2024! May this year bring forth prosperity, peace and wonderful health for all,” PM Modi posted on X.President Droupadi Murmu also greeted the nation on the occasion of New Year … Read more