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Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates: A Bitter Rivalry Over Yemen

Wielding influence in Yemen won’t result in stability and security, neither in Yemen, nor in its neighboring countries.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The precarious situation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its neighbors, namely United Arab Emirates, deteriorated recently over sharing power and influence in Yemen—the most impoverished Arab nation.

This, as [Persian] Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Emirati forces in particular intervened directly to support militias loyal to ex-President Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi, which in return rendered the Yemeni crisis a ground for intense rivalry between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.

Islamic Radio and Television Union Summit Ends With Celebration of Great Film Director Majid Majidi

Nine journalists killed last year were also given special recognition.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Majid Majidi, the director of Muhammad (PBUH), was greatly appreciated during the event for his valuable work. Majid Majidi said that "we must try in recognition of the Prophet and introduce their characters in this regard, all of Muslim countries must try."

He said that some media have tried to say that the Shiites, with the film Muhammad, are trying to offer their own interpretation of Islam. He said the script of this work is factual, adding that he also takes advantage of the most important Sunni scholars.

Ayatollah Khamenei: We Condemn Insults to the Sunnis` Sanctities

The arrogant system...is the most objective instance and complete manifestation of "the concept of the enemy."

(SALEM, Ore.) - Monday, the leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei referred to the plots hatched by the arrogant powers in the region over the past century.

He said, "Although the arrogant powers’ plots in the Islamic region have a long record, pressures and conspiracies intensified in the wake of the [1979] Islamic Revolution in Iran so that this experience would not be repeated in other countries."

George Kurdahi: The Media is a Mirror of the Society

"... the media is not merchandise that can be imported. The media originates from the nations and it’s the mirror of the culture of the represented society..." - George Kurdahi

(SALEM, Ore.) - George Kurdahi, a famous Lebanese presenter and anchor, attended the 8th summit of Islamic Radio TV Union (IRTVU) in Iran's capital, Tehran.

In the sidelines of the summit, Kurdahi stated that the media is the mirror of the society and what we are is reflected in our media.

8th Summit of IRTVU Kicks Off in Tehran

Conference slogan: "the Prophet of Mercy; the mission of resistance media"

(SALEM, Ore.) - The 8th Summit of the Islamic Radio and Television Union (IRTVU) was opened today with attendance of 220 radio and TV networks from 35 countries.

Institutions and some Islamic Countries’ Ministers of Culture are participating in the opening ceremony of this international assembly.

Red Cross Chief Visits Yemen amid Humanitarian Crisis

The situation in Yemen for all living things is deteriorating.

(SALEM, Ore.) - In late March, Saudi Arabia began its military aggression against Yemen – without a UN mandate – in a bid to undermine the Houthi Ansarullah movement and to restore power to fugitive former president.

The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has traveled to Yemen to assess the crippling humanitarian crisis in the impoverished country, which has been under heavy bombardment by the Saudi military for more than three months.

Power struggle in House of Saud

Saud al-Faisal was a member of the Saudi royal family.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The suspicious death of Saud al-Faisal, commander of the Saudi Air Force, is raising many questions.

Saud al-Faisal's death occurred as the doctors had confirmed his health. They also confirmed the disappearance of Faisal's special nurse. It is anticipated that the bloody conflict is on the verge of formation in the Al Saud family.

Saudi Foreign Minister Has No Authority

This creates quite a quandary regarding progress.

(SALEM, Ore.) - According to informed sources related to Saudi diplomats in Italy and France, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir, who was appointed by Mohammed Bin Salaman, has no authority to make decisions.

At present, any budget allocation in the Saudi Foreign Ministry is done by direct order of Mohammed bin Salman. So the wave of discontent in Saudi embassies in various countries has begun to rise, and ambassadors of Saudi Arabia have spoken up to Adel Al-Jubeir.

Halal Media Unveiling to Advertise `Pure Products` Worldwide

This new brand will bring quality products to the world.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Islamic Radio and Television Union secretary general has announced unveiling of ‘Halal Media’ brand in the 8th General Assembly.

Hojjatoleslam Ali Karimian told a press conference of the Union on Sunday that the brand would be awarded to audiovisual products which are designated as ‘pure’ by Islamic standards of quality worldwide.

Nepal: Investigate the Police Attacks on Human Rights Defenders

More innocent victims do not strengthen the bond in communities.

(LONDON) - On 3 August 2015, three human rights defenders were severely injured during a violent crackdown by the police on participants of a peaceful protest. They are Ms Kamala Hemchuri, Ms Durga Sob and Mr Ganesh BK.

The protest called on the authorities to respect the political rights of the Dalit community and to include them in the drafting process of the country’s new constitution.