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In Ramadan: Prayers for peace
  SAMAR FATANY     Today, many Muslims around the world are desperately praying for their brothers and sisters in war-torn countries and for the women and children who have lost their loved ones and are living in desperation and destitution, struggling to survive ...
Global youth must unite to combat Daesh propaganda
Samar Fatany Saudi authorities recently announced the arrest of members of terrorist cells receiving directions from Daesh (the self-proclaimed IS) abroad. More and more foreign nationals from around the world continue to join the terrorist organization that now controls vast ...
Muslim states urged to include women and civil society to counter religious intolerance
Samar Fatany “From Resolution to Realization – How to promote effective implementation of the HRC Res 16/18” was the theme of the 5th session of the Istanbul Process that was hosted by the OIC in Jeddah, on 3-4 June 2015. The ...
We must all support the Saudi national campaign to combat the sectarian divide
Samar Fatany It is very critical at this stage to support the nationwide awareness campaign to combat sectarianism and extremism. Our society is greatly divided and continues to be burdened with intolerance and ultraconservatism. Our national security remains at risk. ...
Campaign to promote sports for Saudi women gains momentum
    SAMAR FATANY   Today the country is buzzing with public debates and there is a sense of urgency about the need to address social and economic problems. Talk shows and social media debates are becoming more popular nationwide creating a healthy environment. ...
We must address the global identity of Saudi women
Samar Fatany I was recently asked by a visiting American journalist about some of the misconceptions that the American public have of Saudi women. We both agreed that the stereotypes of Saudi women need to be overturned in light of ...
We must set rigorous standards for Saudi teacher certification
Samar Fatany The UN’s Human Development Index lists Finland as having the best educational system in the whole world. It has succeeded in implementing educational excellence with innovative methods and genuine reforms. It is time we apply some of its ...
Why is the erosion of the Saudi middle class a threat to stability?
Samar Fatany A lot is expected from the new government reshuffle.  Among the many challenges that need to be addressed is the erosion of the middle class, which Saudi economists warn will be detrimental to the development, strength, security, and ...
Can NAM cope with the changes of a new world?
  SAMAR FATANY     The Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the historic Bandung Conference that brought together renowned Asian and African leaders who opposed the cold war politics of the US and Russia. The movement was founded in Belgrade ...
We must not remain indifferent to the dangers that threaten our country
  SAMAR FATANY     Political and sectarian conflicts are major challenges facing our region today. In order to confront these challenges and maintain peace, religious scholars must rise to the occasion and provide wise council, rejecting extremism and strengthening Muslim unity. Political analysts ...
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