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The intentions behind Turkey’s use of "mosque diplomacy"

Sinem Cengiz

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded his recent visit to Germany, which is home to a community of 3 million Turks, by officially opening one of Europe’s largest mosques, despite protests. He underlined the fact that the mosque, in Cologne, stands as a symbol of peace and thanked the German authorities for their assistance with its construction, while the twoRead more

Bahrain condemns attacks in Afghanistan

Manama - MENA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain on Saturday strongly condemned the two terrorist attacks that targeted mosques in the Afghan capital, Kabul, leaving tens of people dead and injured. In a statement, the ministry voiced full solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in its efforts to combat terrorism and maintain security and peace, the Bahrain News Agency (BNA)Read more

Bahrain condemns terror attacks in Afghanistan

Manama - Arab Today

Bahrain has strongly condemned the two terrorist attacks that targeted two mosques in the Afghan capital Kabul, which resulted in the death and injury of scores of people. Bahrain affirms its stance with Afghanistan in its efforts to combat terrorism and support security and peace, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said as it expressed deep condolences to the families ofRead more

Pakistan condemns terrorist attacks on mosques in Afghanistan

Islamabad - Arab Today

Pakistan strongly condemns horrific suicide attacks at mosques in Kabul and in the province of Ghor in Afghanistan on 20 October 2017, resulting in deaths of several innocent worshipers and injuring many others. According to foreign office, the government and people of Islamic Republic of Pakistan stand in solidarity with the government and our Afghan brothers who underwent this ordealRead more

Angela Merkel arrives in Saudi for G20, cooperation talks

Abu Dhabi - Arab Today

German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is on a visit to Saudi Arabia, has arrived in the Kingdom without a headscarf for talks with the King Salman. Merkel was greeted by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, and other officials upon her arrival at the western city of Jeddah on Sunday, The IndependentRead more

Solar energy plans discussed

Kuala Lumpur - FANA NEWS

Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Dr. Abdulhussain Mirza received Chairman of Jaffari Endowment Shaikh Mohsin Al-Asfoor and other officials. Officials representing the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) Sustainable Energy Unit were also present. The two sides discussed a number of initiatives, including the use of solar energy in mosques and buildings, that would contribute to achieving the government’s national goalsRead more

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Receives Message from Djibouti President

Riyadh - Arab Today

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia received today a message from President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh, pertaining to bilateral relations between both countries and ways to develop and strengthen them. The message was received by Djibouti's Minister of Defense Ali Hasan Bahdon during his meeting with the Custodian ofRead more

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Meets US Secretary of Defense

Riyadh - Arab Today

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met on Wednesday with US Secretary of Defense James Mattis. During the meeting, they discussed ways to develop the strategic relations between both countries, especially in the military field. In addition, they discussed the latest regional and international updates, Saudi Press Agency reported. Source : QNARead more

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Meets Russia s Federation Council Speaker

Riyadh - Arab Today

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met here Sunday with Russia’s Federation Council Speaker, Valentina Matviyenko, who is currently visiting the Kingdom. Talks during the meeting dealt with the Saudi-Russian relations and prospects for bilateral cooperation. Source: QNARead more