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Israel’s interception of Gaza flotilla draws global ire as Pakistan demands release of detained activists

  Pakistan and several other  countries  on Thursday condemned Israel’s “dastardly attack” on the  Global Sumud Flotilla  (GSF) after its forces intercepted the flotilla heading to break Israel’s siege of Gaza and deliver aid. Israeli forces  began intercepting  the flotilla’s latest bid to reach Gaza late last night, the fleet said. Israel has so far intercepted 39 boats with foreign activists on board to Gaza, leaving only one vessel still sailing towards the Palestinian enclave, the flotilla organisers said today. The 45-vessel flotilla, with activists and politicians including  Greta Thunberg  on board, left Spain last month to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, where the United Nations has warned of famine. Former Pakistani senator  Mushtaq Ahmad Khan  was also on board. Hours after Tel Aviv’s move drew global condemnation, Israeli foreign ministry posted on X that all on board the flotilla were safe would be “deported to Europe”...
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Ramadan Moon Sighted: Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee Confirms First Day of Holy Month to Begin Tomorrow


Muslims around the world are preparing to welcome the holy month of Ramadan after the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee confirmed the sighting of the Ramadan moon on Wednesday. The first day of the holy month will fall on Thursday (tomorrow), according to the committee's chairman, Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad.

The announcement was made after a meeting of the committee at Peshawar's Eidgah, where separate meetings of the zonal and district Ruet-i-Hilal committees were also held. The committee received moon sighting testimonies from a number of places in the country, including Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Swabi, Qila Saifullah, and Mardan.

Ramadan is considered the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims observe fasting from dawn until sunset, perform charitable acts, and spend time in prayer and reflection. It is a time for spiritual growth, self-discipline, and increased devotion to God.

The announcement of the moon sighting is a significant event in the Islamic calendar as it marks the start of the holy month. Muslims across the globe eagerly anticipate the announcement and prepare for the month-long observance.

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee is responsible for announcing the sighting of the moon in Pakistan, and its decision is followed by Muslims across the country. The committee considers the testimonies of witnesses and scientific calculations to determine the start of the month.

As Muslims prepare to welcome the holy month of Ramadan, they are reminded of the importance of reflecting on their spiritual growth, strengthening their faith, and spreading compassion and kindness to others. The month provides an opportunity for Muslims to strengthen their connection with God and deepen their understanding of Islam.

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