Thursday, December 27, 2007
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Injustice At Its Peak: Saudi Arabia
A 19 year old married Saudi Arabian woman got raped by 7 men 14 times and ended up receiving a sentence for 6 months & 200 lashes for being in car with a friend male (who got raped too) prior the kidnap and rape. The victim's lawyer was kicked out of the courtroom and his licence was suspended. Read more.
I shrink and turn a blind eye at the inequalities in the Gulf region, especially in Saudi Arabia. The victim was traumatized, raped, and on the top of it got punished!!! The judges were so unfair and the assailants should have received harsher punishment.
Now, what really stunned me in this story even more is that Hillary Clinton is asking Bush's admnistration to do something about it. "I urge President Bush to call on King Abdullah to cancel the ruling and drop all charges against this woman. As president I will once again make human rights an American priority around the world" Mrs. Clinton said.
Once again, I shrink at Clinton's interest in this case. She is calling on human rights and calling it as an American priority while knowing that hundreds of Iraqi women are being raped on a daily basis by the sexually frustrated american troops yet she is not doing anything about it. or has she done anything about the rape cases that were reported from Iraq???! Ahh elections ya elections! I seriously hope Hilarry's interest in this heartbreaking story stems out of care and nothing more but care for the victim who was abused by those animals and the so-called judges of justice!!!!
I couldn’t help it but remember an exchange of comments I had with a fellow blogger from the gulf about a month ago about the sexual frustration of men in Gulf area. I still wonder, why so much sexual frustration in the gulf region?
Let’s look up this subject closely:
The 5 men are all married, yet they found pleasure in kidnapping and raping a married woman.
Now I can’t help it but ask myself, if they are all MARRIED, then why wouldn’t they pour their sexual frustration on their women?
Why would the SA judges harshen the women's verdict and increase the number of her lashes because she appealed the case and contacted the media.
This is mind-boggling and I am sick of the animalistic behavior of some men in the gulf region! way too much!!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
IslamAbad, Bhutto vs. Musharraf
Musharraf is silencing Bhutto for demanding him to give up his power over the state of Pakistan. Bhutto gets arrested in her house and thousands and thousands of her supporters are being arrested and sent to jail. The Secretary of state is flying to IslamAbad to discuss the stability and democracy of the region with Musharraf. (???!!!!)....and the whole world is watching.
Although the US current mission is to spread love and peace and democracy in the whole world (me, turning a blind eye) I doubt they will step in to denounce Musharraf's actions against Bhutto or even support this latter to run for for a president for the following obvious reasons:
Musharraf has been a good buddy to the US with their hunt for bin Laden. US is pre-occupied with presidential elections. US is busy with their mission in Iraq...
So, let's keep watching IslamAbad...who knows what might happen next.
Although the US current mission is to spread love and peace and democracy in the whole world (me, turning a blind eye) I doubt they will step in to denounce Musharraf's actions against Bhutto or even support this latter to run for for a president for the following obvious reasons:
Musharraf has been a good buddy to the US with their hunt for bin Laden. US is pre-occupied with presidential elections. US is busy with their mission in Iraq...
So, let's keep watching IslamAbad...who knows what might happen next.
Friday, November 9, 2007
I Need Your Organ
She described me every little detail, how she got in the surgery room, unhooked the tubes from his body, washed the blood away, covered him up with a clean white sheet, kissed his forehead, put the Qur’an by his bed, and composed herself to meet his family. While she was describing the whole scene I felt a great gush of blood rising to my head. I felt every ounce of sensation she felt at that moment as if I was in her shoes. My god, if one organ fails and we can never make it to the top list of candidates for transplant the rest of body crashes.
This story made me rethink about my take on organ donations subject. I have always nodded with a "NO" whenever I was asked if I would like to donate my organs. But recently, I seriously started thinking about giving it a second thought. Can you imagine one little organ can save someone's life?! Can you imagine how many lives will be saved? Can you imagine that this old man who came all the way to the states for an organ transplant could have been alive today if he made it to the top list.With that has been said, I was wondering if Islam has discussed this topic in anyway or shape. Is it okay to donate organs to non-Muslims?? I don’t see why not because Allah is gracious and for life.
Poor those who can never make it to the top list, and poor those who cannot afford buying an organ.
So my question: Would you donate your organs after death?
This story made me rethink about my take on organ donations subject. I have always nodded with a "NO" whenever I was asked if I would like to donate my organs. But recently, I seriously started thinking about giving it a second thought. Can you imagine one little organ can save someone's life?! Can you imagine how many lives will be saved? Can you imagine that this old man who came all the way to the states for an organ transplant could have been alive today if he made it to the top list.With that has been said, I was wondering if Islam has discussed this topic in anyway or shape. Is it okay to donate organs to non-Muslims?? I don’t see why not because Allah is gracious and for life.
Poor those who can never make it to the top list, and poor those who cannot afford buying an organ.
So my question: Would you donate your organs after death?
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Chapeau Bas Mon Roi
Sa majeste le Roi Mohammed 6, vient d'annoncer la composition magique du nouveau gouvernement a Rabat:
- Abbas El Fassi : Premier ministre.
- Mohamed El Yazghi : ministre d'Etat.
- Abdelwahed Radi : ministre de la Justice.
- Chakib Benmoussa : ministre de l'Intérieur.
- Taieb Fassi Fihri : ministre des Affaires étrangères et de la Coopération.
- Ahmed Toufiq : ministre des Habous et des affaires islamiques.
- Abdessadek Rabiî : Secrétaire général du gouvernement.
- Mohamed Saâd Alami : ministre chargé des relations avec le Parlement.
- Salaheddine Mezouar : ministre de l'Economie et des Finances.
- Karim Ghellab : ministre de l'Equipement et du Transport.
- Ahmed Taoufiq Hejira : ministre de l'Habitat, de l'Urbanisme et de l'Aménagement de l'espace.
- Mohamed Boussaïd : ministre du Tourisme et de l'Artisanat.
- Amina Benkhadra : ministre de l'Energie, des Mines, de l'eau et de l'Environnement.
- Yasmina Baddou : ministre de la Santé.
- Nawal El Moutawakil : ministre de la Jeunesse et des Sports.
- Aziz Akhenouch : ministre de l'Agriculture et de la Pêche maritime.
- Ahmed Akhchichine : ministre de l'Education nationale, de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Formation des cadres et de la Recherche scientifique.
- Khalid Naciri : ministre de la Communication, Porte-parole du gouvernement.
- Jamal Aghmani : ministre de l'Emploi et de la Formation professionnelle.
- Ahmed Chami : ministre de l'Industrie, du Commerce et des Nouvelles technologies.
- Abdellatif Maâzouz : ministre du Commerce extérieur.
- Nouzha Skalli : ministre du Développement social, de la Famille et de la Solidarité.
- Touriya Jabrane : ministre de la Culture.
- Abderrahmane Sbaï : ministre délégué auprès du Premier ministre, chargé de l'Administration de la Défense nationale.
- Nizar Baraka : ministre délégué auprès du Premier ministre, chargé des Affaires économiques et générales.
- Mohamed Abbou : ministre délégué auprès du Premier ministre, chargé de la Modernisation des secteurs publics.
- Mohammed Ameur : ministre délégué auprès du Premier ministre, chargé de la Communauté marocaine résidant à l'étranger.
- Abdelkébir Zahoud : secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre de l'Energie, des Mines, de l'Eau et de l'Environnement, chargé de l'Eau et de l'Environnement.
- Anis Birou : secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre du Tourisme et de l'Artisanat, chargé de l'Artisanat.
- Saad Hassar : Secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre de l'Intérieur.
- Latifa Labida : secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre de l'Education nationale, de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Formation des cadres et de la Recherche scientifique, chargé de l'Enseignement scolaire.
- Ahmed Lakhrif : secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre des Affaires étrangères et de la Coopération.
- Latifa Akherbach : secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre des Affaires étrangères et de la Coopération.
- Abdeslam Al Mesbahi : Secrétaire d'Etat auprès du ministre de l'Habitat, de l'Urbanisme et de l'Aménagement de l'espace, chargé du Développement territorial.
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La nomination des ministres du nouveau gouvernement demonstre une grande habileté politique. SM. le roi a oublié d'ajouter ministre de la misère de pensée car on en a besoin! Ne croyez-vous pas?
Monday, August 27, 2007
Basri Is Dead
The formal interior minister of Morocco, Driss Basri, died in Paris this past weekend.
Driss Basri was known for his enormous power in Makhzen. He had so much control over local governors, business, and a great part of the Moroccan economy. In short, he was a legendary figure.
When Mohammed VI became the official king of Morocco, Driss Basri got fired. It was very obvious that the king did not share the same admiration for Basri as his dad used to.
Driss Basri, the man of many mysteries and scandals is dead now. He will surely serve as a good example for those who take advantange of the their high political status in the country to allow themselves to do about anything to serve their personal agendas.
Nevertheless, may his soul rest in peace.
Friday, August 10, 2007
Sakhafa--Morocco Jails Irish Paedophile
Morocco jails Irish paedophile
AFP
Published:Aug 10, 2007
RABAT - A 67-year-old Irish national living in Morocco has been sentenced to a year in prison for the sexual abuse of two boys under 16, an anti-child abuse organisation said yesterday.
A fine of 10,000 dirhams (900 euros, 1,200 dollars) was also given to the defendant.
The Don’t Touch My Child organisation called the August 2 sentence handed out in Agadir in the south of the country "too light".
It's a good thing the old Irish was thrown to jail yak? but for one year only? Come on dear Moroccan government, the psycho abused TWO minors and he gets to be sentenced for ONE YEAR and pay a fine of $1200.00 ONLY?
WHY? Because Moroccan Kids are cheap sheeps ?
AFP
Published:Aug 10, 2007
RABAT - A 67-year-old Irish national living in Morocco has been sentenced to a year in prison for the sexual abuse of two boys under 16, an anti-child abuse organisation said yesterday.
A fine of 10,000 dirhams (900 euros, 1,200 dollars) was also given to the defendant.
The Don’t Touch My Child organisation called the August 2 sentence handed out in Agadir in the south of the country "too light".
It's a good thing the old Irish was thrown to jail yak? but for one year only? Come on dear Moroccan government, the psycho abused TWO minors and he gets to be sentenced for ONE YEAR and pay a fine of $1200.00 ONLY?
WHY? Because Moroccan Kids are cheap sheeps ?
Thursday, August 9, 2007
The Ruby Sandal---Another Call For Submissions
"Female empowerment doesn't begin in the boardroom; it begins in the bedroom" is the THEME, ladies!!!!! The Ruby Sandal is calling for women from Middle East and North Africa (Arab in general) to participate with their writings (essays, poetry..) and talk about their life, love, marital, (...and more...) experiences.
Go Arab women go Arab women!!!
For more detailed information visit the blog at www.rubysandal.blogspot.com or contact the editor at: rubysandal@gmail.com .
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Not For Sale - No! to child sex tourims in Morocco
Certainly NOT for sale!
SOS Morocco is a non profit organization that was launched last month by a group of Moroccans living in America. The mission statement is to FIGHT sex tourism in every way possible to protect our Moroccan kids from sexual and psychological abuse.
www.sosmorocco.org
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Vagabondeuse
It's a journey I am taking on my own this time. Far away from people that I love and far away from the country where I was born and raised. Vagabondeuse by choice this time. Vagabondeuse in my thoughts and lifestyle and even in my ups and downs.
the journey seemed so long and tiring but has not been bad at all: friendships, unexpected kindness from some people, and perhaps the most precious thing of all, is the discovery of inner strength and love.
Vagabondeuse jusqu'a je mets les pieds sur terre encore une autre fois.
the journey seemed so long and tiring but has not been bad at all: friendships, unexpected kindness from some people, and perhaps the most precious thing of all, is the discovery of inner strength and love.
Vagabondeuse jusqu'a je mets les pieds sur terre encore une autre fois.
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