Nation remembers Shaikh Zayed

     In the book of history some pages are made exceptional because they record the deeds of giants among mankind, men and women whose impact is felt long after they are no longer with us.

     They bring with them a depth of knowledge, a foresight for what is right, a sharp sense of justice and a desire to make life for everyone around them that much better. And their lives are measured not by what they say but by the tangible evidence of what they achieve. Such people stand tall and mark an era for their people.

     Shaikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding President of the UAE and the Father of the Nation was one such man. Today, in this splendid and truly blessed land we mark his death anniversary by recalling the seeds he planted across the spectrum, seeds that today have reached fruition and placed the UAE squarely on the global map.

Egypt post Revolution Tourism

Tahrir Square

Don’t Fear Tahrir Square and the damage caused during protests.

     Tahrir Square has gained name recognition from the January 25^th revolution, the center of the Egyptian youth movement. Tahrir carries the literal meaning “liberation”, the exact message millions of viewers worldwide who witnessed the revolution.

     Tahrir Square, with 'democracy anniversary' celebrations and visits from foreign dignitaries, continues to be a symbol of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution. British Prime Minister David Cameron, Catherine Ashton, the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union, Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State of the United States, and John Kerry, Chairman of the American Senate Committee on Foreign Relations visited Tahrir Square after the 2011 Egyptian Revolution.

Egyptian Museum

     Egyptian Museum is a significant eyewitness of the Egyptian revolution in Tahrir Square. It is one of the most important museums in the whole world. It is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms.

Doha and other Cities

    

      As your aircraft descends into Qatar, you are welcomed by a spectacular view of the capital city, Doha. The completely landscaped, crescent-shaped Corniche, the sparkling blue waters of the Arabian Gulf, and the sandy desert backdrop provide the first glimpse of what experiences await you. This sun-kissed country is filled with possibilities – desert escapades and shopping extravaganzas; natural attractions and water sports; state-of-the-art sporting facilities and historical museums; all combined with fine dining and luxurious accommodations. Welcome to the heart of the Arabian Gulf. Come … experience Qatar.

Arab culture in focus at world Scout meet

    

      RINKABY — For the fifth day running, the Omani Scouts continued their participation in the camp activities of the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in this Swedish city which hosts the event from July 27 to August 6 under the theme “Simply Scouting.”

      While keeping the fast along with their Arab and Muslim brethren, the Omani Scouts interacted with everyone and participated in all scouting, religious, scientific and sport activities and events along with 39,000 leaders and Scouts from 150 countries.

Syria unrest
Assad defiant despite growing pressure

   Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has said he will not relent in pursuing "terrorist groups" in the country.He was speaking after talks with Turkish FM Ahmet Davutoglu, who had urged Syria to end military operations against civilian demonstrators.

    Security forces meanwhile continued the crackdown, and reports say nearly 30 more people were killed.More than 1,700 civilians are believed to have been killed since the uprising began in mid-March.

     Tens of thousands of people have reportedly been arrested.Meanwhile, the United States is reported to be preparing to impose new sanctions on the Assad regime.

     The US would target "major elements of Syria's financial and commercial infrastructure that are providing critical support to the regime," a US official said.

     'Concrete steps' Mr Assad's comments came after the meeting with Mr Davutoglu in Damascus on Tuesday.

     The official Syrian account of their talks quoted Mr Assad as saying security forces would "not relent in pursuing terrorist groups" to ensure the stability of the nation and the safety of its citizens.