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Syria opposition dismisses Assad assurances

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Syria’s opposition has dismissed assurances that President Bashar al-Assad is committed to ending the violence sweeping the country. Mr Assad told visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov he was prepared to cooperate with plans for stability. But Syrian government forces have continued pounding the city of Homs and other parts of the country where opposition is strong.

The US said it was not sure what the purpose of Mr Lavrov’s visit was. Following the talks in Damascus on Tuesday, Mr Lavrov called for a dialogue between the Syrian government and opposition. “We have every reason to believe that the signal that we’ve brought here to move along in a more active manner along all directions has been heard,” he said. “In particular, President Assad assured [us] that he is fully committed to the task of a cessation of violence, from whatever source it comes.”

Russia must realise that betting everything on Assad is a recipe for failure, not just for Russia’s interests in Syria but for the stability of the region and for Syria’s future”

Close to 150 people joined together in front of the US consulate to protest the new war drive against Iran on February 4.

The protest was organized by Mobilization Against War & Occupation nd the Iranian Community Against War (ICAW).

See details on page 13.

US hits Iran with new sanctions US President Barack Obama has tightened sanctions on Iran, including its central bank, seeking to increase pressure on the country’s economy as a nuclear showdown intensifies. Obama signed an executive order on Sunday that implements parts of a new sanctions regime passed by Congress late last year, allowing US institutions to freeze all property and interests of the Iranian government. The order took effect on Monday. Obama’s decision comes amid high tensions with Iran, which has threatened to close the crucial Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil and natural gas shipping lane from the Gulf. Israel has also suggested it may attack Iran’s nuclear sites soon, insisting that the government in Tehran is close to being able to build a nuclear weapon. A spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry said on Tuesday the measures would have no effect on the country because the central bank had no transactions with the US. The executive order allows US institutions to freeze all property and interests of the Iranian government, the central bank of Iran and all Iranian financial institutions that come within US jurisdiction. Previously, US banks were required to reject and send back, rather than block and freeze, Iranian transactions. In a letter to Congress, Obama said more sanctions were warranted, “particularly in light of the deceptive practices of the Central Bank of Iran and other Iranian banks”. Obama said the problems included the hiding of transactions of sanctioned parties, the deficiencies of Iran’s anti-money laundering regime and the unacceptably high risk posed to the entire international financial system by Iran’s activities.

The measures, passed with wide majorities in Congress last year, also included a requirement for Obama to impose

sanctions on foreign financial institutions that do business with the Iranian central bank or other finance firms. However, Obama did not implement those sanctions on Monday. The measures were designed to restrict Iran’s access to foreign finance and commerce and to cripple its lucrative oil and energy industry by effectively barring foreign firms that do business with Tehran from the US financial system. Although Obama’s order did not implement them, the treasury department warned that firms doing business with Iran “remain at risk” of US punishments. The president has the power to issue waivers to halt the impact of such sanctions, once they come into force, every 120 days. Senior White House officials are currently studying the measures passed by Congress to find a way to implement them that maximises pain for Iran, but does not cause a huge jump in oil prices that could harm the fragile US economic recovery.

The stronger sanctions come as the White House tries to increase pressure on Iran to abandon its nuclear programme and dissuade Israel from launching a unilateral strike on Iran, a move that could ignite war in the Middle East and jolt the global economy. Obama said on Sunday he did not believe Israel had yet decided whether to attack Iran and still believed a diplomatic solution was possible. Iran insists that its nuclear pursuit is for peaceful purposes, but the West accuses Tehran of developing the know-how to build a nuclear bomb. Leon Panetta, the US defence secretary, did not dispute last week a report that he believed Israel may attack Iran this spring in an attempt to set back the country’s sus-

Mr Lavrov called for a solution based on an Arab League initiative from last November, but gave no indication that Russia backed the league’s more recent call for Mr Assad to step down. The official Syrian news agency Sana later quoted Mr Assad as saying he “welcomed any efforts toward a solution to the crisis”. But opposition leaders said continuing bloodshed meant it was too late for Mr Assad to offer compromises. “It is impossible for Assad to govern after bombarding his own cities and towns,” opposition leader-in-exile Kamal al-Labwani told Reuters. “He is escalating the use of his military might either to sink Syria into chaos or to improve his negotiating position.”

White House spokesman Jay Carney said the US was not sure what the goals of Mr Lavrov’s visit to Damascus had been. “Russia must realise that betting everything on Assad is a recipe for failure, not just for Russia’s interests in Syria but for the stability of the region and for Syria’s future,” he said. Last week Russia and China vetoed a UN resolution that backed a new Arab League plan for Syria. The plan involved Mr Assad handing power to a deputy who would oversee a transition of power.

Moscow said the draft would have forced regime change on Syria. Since then, Syria has become increasingly isolated. On Tuesday, Gulf Arab states said they would

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Afghan peace plan must not affect Pakistan: Gilani

Pakistan is in favour of a peaceful outcome of the situation in Afghanistan, but any initiative on the neighbouring country must not affect our country, Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said on Tuesday.

He was talking to Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani at the Amiri Diwan.

The prime minister proposed for addressing the issues of unemployment and illiteracy in Afghanistan, which he said would help control extremism and terrorism in the long run.

He said the solution to ‘the Afghan problem’ must be left with its people to decide. He said that Pakistan had paid a huge price in the war against terrorism, which incurred losses to both lives and the economy.

Prime Minister Gilani said Pakistan gave great importance to its relations with Qatar and wanted to explore new avenues of cooperation. He also sought the support of Qatar in finalisation of a free trade agreement with countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

In response, the Qatari emir termed PM Gilani’s visit a fresh start of relations between the two countries after nine years.

He assured the PM that Pakistan’s interests would never be compromised in any case. The emir said Qatar wanted to maintain a strategic relationship with Pakistan, regardless of the tactical calculation of profits and losses.

The two sides expressed satisfaction over several agreements and memoranda of understanding signed between the two

countries on Monday, mainly on import of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), security cooperation, customs and hydroelectric power development.

The Qatari emir expressed willingness to help Pakistan overcome its energy crisis and hoped that the mechanism of early supply of LNG consignment would be done amicably and sooner. Gilani took up the matter of absorption of Pakistani manpower in various sectors of Qatar. He suggested that workforce from the seven agencies of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas to Qatar would help provide jobs to the locals and restrain their involvement in terrorist activities. He said Pakistan on the demand of Qatar would send professionals, trained by the Ministry for Technical Education, for the preparatory projects of FIFA 2022 to be held in Doha.

The emir assured Gilani of complete facilitation for holding exhibition of Pakistani products in Qatar, which he said would yield manifold revenue. The prime minister offered the emir to set up a university in Pakistan in his name, which could become a hub of education. The emir said he would ask his wife Sheikha Mozah, who is also the chairwoman of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, to consider the proposal. Gilani also invited the emir to attend the celebrations of Pakistan Day on March 23 as a chief guest. The emir said he would like to visit Pakistan at the dates of convenience.

Source: APP

Pakistan PM files appeal in contempt case

Pakistan’s prime minister has appealed against a supreme court summons to appear for a hearing over his refusal to pursue corruption cases against the country’s president.

A lawyer for Yousuf Raza Gilani filed the appeal on the the prime minister’s behalf on Wednesday, saying he was basing the move on precedents set by top courts in Australia, France, India, the UK and the US. “I have filed an appeal today. I have quoted more than 50 national and international cases and given specific reasons against the supreme court order,” Aitzaz Ahsan said.

A court official confirmed that the appeal had been received.

If convicted of contempt, the prime minister could be jailed for up to six months and disqualified from public office.

The court ordered Gilani last week to appear before judges on February 13 to be charged with contempt of court. Judge Nasir-ul-Mulk told the supreme court on February 2 that there were grounds to proceed against Gilani, despite the government’s insistence that Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has immunity from prosecution while he is head of state. “After the preliminary hearing, we are satisfied that prima facie there is a case for further proceeding into the matter.”

“Adjourned for February 13, for framing charges. Prime minister is required to remain present in the court,” Mulk said then, reading out the order in English.

In his response to the ruling, Gilani said he would “refrain from making comments” on the judiciary. He said he firmly believed that “everybody should follow the constitution”.

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Egypt strains US ties over NGO indictments

Egypt has indicted 19 American democracy advocates on charges of illegally receiving foreign funding and operating without registration, raising the stakes in an investigation that has endangered the billions of dollars of aid Egypt receives from the US every year. The justice ministry on Monday released a list of 43 indicted staff members from five non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Egypt.

The list includes 14 Egyptians as well as workers from Lebanon, Germany, Jordan, Palestine and Serbia. The indictments come amid another round of street violence sparked by a deadly football stampede a week ago that protesters blamed on lax security forces who helped stoke the riot. Five days of fighting between protesters and riot police calmed on Monday, but eight people have died in Cairo and five in Suez. In response to the unrest, the ruling Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) ordered the High Elections Commission to speed up the presidential election process, opening the nomination process on March 10 instead of in April. The indicted Americans include the directors of two prominent US organisations, the National

Democratic Institute (NDI) and the International Republican Institute (IRI). Sam LaHood, the director of the IRI, is also the son of Barack Obama’s transportation secretary. The Obama administration and congress have reacted angrily since the offices of NDI, IRI and 17 other international and local groups were raided and many of their belongings confiscated by armed investigators in December.

The raids were part of an investigation into prodemocracy groups launched in early 2011 by Fayza Aboulnaga, Egypt’s planning and international co-operation minister, a holdover from the Hosni Mubarak regime. Since the raids, some of the US citizens under investigation have been banned from leaving Egypt. On Monday, the White House emphasised again that Egypt’s actions put its aid at risk.

“These actions could have consequences for our relationship and our assistance programmes,” Jay Carney, the White House press secretary, said. Susan Rice, the US ambassador to the UN, said the indicted Americans have been

working to build a more democratic society in Egypt and “have done absolutely nothing wrong”. Rice told the CBS television show, This Morning, that US officials have been in close touch with the Egyptian government, including “in the last days and hours”.

Source: Al-Jazeera

Palestinian rivals agree to form unity government The leaders of rival Palestinian factions Fatah and Hamas signed a deal in Qatar on Monday to form a unity government of independent technocrats for the West Bank and Gaza, headed by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. The move, following the failure of exploratory Israeli-Palestinian talks aimed at reviving stalled peace negotiations, was condemned by Israel, which says the Islamist Hamas cannot be part of any peace efforts. The accord signed by President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal is supposed to pave the way for Palestinian presidential and parliamentary election possibly later this year, and to rebuild the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip following a 2008-2009 Israeli offensive against Hamas. It was not known whether the deal would be implemented. No timetable was set. A reconciliation pact Fatah and Hamas struck in May 2011 has had little substantive result but both sides said they were serious about carrying out the new accord. Abbas’ Palestinian Author-

ity supports a negotiated peace with Israel that would give Palestinians an independent state in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and in Gaza, co-existing alongside the Jewish state. Meshaal’s Hamas is officially sworn to the destruction of Israel but is open to an indefinite ceasefire. Their conflicting positions have not been resolved despite the new deal, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wasted no time in pointing out. “Hamas is a terrorist organization which strives to destroy Israel and relies on support from Iran,” he said. “I have said many times in the past that the Palestinian Authority must choose between an alliance with Hamas and peace with Israel. Hamas and peace don’t go together.” If Abbas implements the Doha pact, the Israeli leader added, then

“he is choosing to abandon the path of peace and to choose Hamas ... You cannot have it both ways.” Palestinian political analyst Hani al Masri said: “They (Fatah and Hamas) are avoiding the main issue. They are waiting to see what the international community’s reaction will be. This leaves all the important issues unresolved.” A diplomat in the region, who declined to named, said Hamas leaders in Gaza appeared to have been surprised by the Doha announcement and were likely to raise questions with Meshaal, who has until recently lived in exile in Damascus. Meshaal took Hamas by surprise in December by announcing he would not seek to extend his leadership when an internal election is held in March. Analysts said his “resignation” was more likely to be a back-me-or-sack-me ploy to reassert his control in order to soften Hamas policies in line with Abbas. Fatah and Hamas have been bitter rivals since the Islamist movement seized control of Gaza in a brief war in 2007 and expelled Abbas’ Fatah-led Palestinian Authority. Monday’s deal provided for a government of independent technocrats to oversee preparations for elections later this year. A vote had been mooted in May but the Palestinian election commission says more time will be needed. Abbas and Meshaal, who signed the deal billed as the “Doha Declaration” in the presence of Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, pledged to ensure quick implementation. He said Palestinians wanted to accomplish unity and move forward “to resist the enemy (Israel) and achieve our national goals.” Abbas, head of the secular Fatah movement, promised that “this effort will be implemented in the shortest time possible.” There was no immediate comment from Israel, which has warned Abbas that turning to Hamas amounts to turning away from peace. A senior Palestinian official said that under Monday’s agreement, Abbas would assume the role of prime minister, replacing Western-backed economist Salam Fayyad. It was not immediately clear if Fayyad, whose dismissal was one of the main Hamas conditions for a deal, would be a member of the new government or when the cabinet would be formed. Fayyad welcomed the ac-

Hopes fade for dozens buried in Philippines quake Philippine officials conceded Wednesday that there was little hope of finding any survivors among 71 people still buried in landslides set off by a powerful earthquake, as jittery residents stayed away from their homes amid a flurry of aftershocks.

Monastery latest target of Jewish extremists

Vandals attacked a monastery in Jerusalem and a prominent school with a mixed JewishArab student body on Tuesday, and police said they suspected Jewish extremists were behind the violence. “Death to Christians” and other Hebrew-language graffiti were scrawled on the Greek Orthodox monastery in Jerusalem, while “Death to Arabs” was sprayed across a wall outside the bilingual “Hand in Hand” school in another part of the city. Israeli police said they were investigating both incidents. Spokesman Micky Rosenfeld said that “price tag” was also painted at the monastery — a reference to a practice of Jewish extremists who lash out against the Israeli government for actions against settlers. Such acts usually target West Bank mosques but have recently expanded to include a mosque inside Israel, Israeli military bases, and now, a Christian holy site and a school. Israel’s Army Radio reported that “Maccabees of Migron” was painted on the monastery, too. Maccabees were ancient Jewish heroes, and Migron is an unauthorized settlement facing a court-ordered evacuation next month. In the West Bank, Palestinians said “Mohammed is a pig” and other cord, and was expected to remain in his post until the new government takes over. “The prime minister saw this as a response to the aspirations of our people to restore unity to the homeland and its institutions,” said a statement issued by his office Ismail Haniyeh, who heads the Hamas government in Gaza, also welcomed the deal and said he was ready to help implement it. The last presidential and parliamentary elections were held in 2006. Hamas won the

hateful slogans were also found spray-painted near a gas station of an Arab village. Rosenfeld had no information about that incident.

Hard-line settlers believe Israel has a God-given right to the West Bank and east Jerusalem, territories Israel captured in 1967, and reject Palestinian claims to those lands. Extremists, believed to be young Jewish settlers, have carried out dozens of attacks on Palestinians over the past two years, chopping down olive trees, vandalizing agricultural land and setting fire to mosques. Few arrests have been made.

The Abraham Fund Initiatives, which operates educational coexistence projects between Jewish and Arab citizens, condemned the graffiti at the Jerusalem school, one of the few places in the city where Jews and Arabs work and study together. “The political violence against Arab citizens, dubbed ‘price tag,’ is aimed this time toward education for shared living between Arabs and Jews in Israel,” it said. “This is an attack on a place that represents the wish of Arabs and Jews to build together a better future for their children.”

Source: AP\

parliamentary vote and briefly formed a government but it was shunned internationally and later dissolved by Abbas. Separately, Fayyad met union leaders and employers on Monday to pursue agreement on the 2012 budget after a public outcry against austerity steps thwarted his first plan to tackle a debt crisis, prompted in part by a cut-off of U.S. aid.

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Rick Santorum back in the race after sweeping wins over Mitt Romney His candidacy all but dismissed just days ago, Rick Santorum won the Minnesota and Colorado caucuses and a nonbinding primary in Missouri on Tuesday, an unexpected trifecta that raised fresh questions about Mitt Romney’s ability to corral

conservative support. Mitt Romney campaigning Tuesday in Loveland, Colo. Early results had him far behind Rick Santorum in the state’s caucuses.

With his triple triumph, Mr. Santorum was also suddenly presenting new competition to Newt Gingrich as the chief alternative to Mr. Romney, the front-runner. Where Mr. Gingrich has won one state, South Carolina, Mr. Santorum has now won four, including Iowa. His performance added another twist to an unruly nominating contest that has seen Republican voters veering among candidates and refusing to coalesce behind anyone. It came after Mr. Romney scored back-to-back victories in Florida and Nevada that had led to predictions that he was finally on a straight march to the nomination. The results on Tuesday shook political world, which has appeared to once again make the mistake of believing the Republican race for the presidency was finally set on a stable trajectory.

But it was still an open question whether the result would be a lasting setback for Mr. Romney or just another protest from the conservative base. His disappointing night notwithstanding, Mr. Romney goes into the next round of primaries and caucuses much better financed than his opponents in what will be much more of a nationwide campaign, capped off by the Super Tuesday competitions on March 6. Mr. Santorum’s victory in Missouri was symbolic. The vote will not affect the awarding of delegates, which will be decided at district and state conventions later this year. But more Republicans

participated in the Missouri primary than in the Nevada caucuses. But his victory in Colorado was a genuine upset in a state that Mr. Romney easily carried in 2008. And, combined with the victory in Minnesota, it gave him an important lift that his campaign hoped would translate into an infusion of new donations and support from the conservative Republican voters — evangelicals and Tea Party adherents — who have told pollsters all year that they are searching for someone whom they view as a true conservative. The victories were Mr. Santorum’s first since the Iowa caucuses on Jan. 3 — a victory awarded only after the fact. And he used them to reassert himself as the leading insurgent challenger to Mr. Romney, though he told cheering supporters at his headquarters in St. Charles, Mo., that he was setting his sights higher than that. He said the Republican voters in Missouri and Minnesota had sent a message to Mr. Romney, declaring: “Maybe in Massachusetts, they were heard particularly loud tonight.” And he called Mr. Romney an imperfect conservative messenger, saying that on health care and environmental policy, “Mitt Romney has the same positions as Barack Obama.” Mr. Romney appeared in Denver before there were enough returns in Colorado to project a victor. And he appeared to stumble some as he began his remarks to a subdued crowd by saying, “I’m pretty confident we’ll come in No. 1 or No. 2,” and acknowledging “a good night for Senator Santorum.” Still, he declared, “I expect to become our nominee with your help,” before starting an address that recalled Mr. Obama’s convention speech in Denver in 2008 and what he said were its many failed promises of a vastly improved economy. Mr. Romney’s aides downplayed the significance of the night, noting that he did not compete very hard, especially in Missouri, and noted that four years ago Senator John McCain had lost many state races before ultimately winning the nomination. If there was any bright spot for Mr. Romney, it was that Mr. Santorum’s new strength promised to potentially split the anti-Romney vote in two with Mr. Gingrich, reducing its potential threat. Speaking before the results in Ohio, where he was campaigning, Mr. Gingrich said the results should raise doubts about what has been portrayed as Mr. Romney’s inexorable march to the nomination. “I think the big story coming out tonight is that it’s very hard for the elite media to portray Governor Romney as inevitable after tonight is over,” he said.

Source: New York Times

Sarkozy ally says all civilisations not equal The French interior minister has said he is standing by his remarks that not all civilisations are equal, even as critics denounced his comments as dangerous and xenophobic. “I do not regret [the comments],” Claude Gueant said on Sunday, though he accused critics of taking them “out of context” “Contrary to what the left’s relativist ideology says, for us all civilisations are not of equal value,” Gueant, who is also responsible for immigration, told a gathering of right-wing students on Saturday. “Those which defend humanity seem to us to be more advanced than those that do not,” he said. “Those which defend liberty, equality and fraternity, seem to us superior to those which accept tyranny, the subservience of women, social and ethnic hatred,” he said in his speech, a copy of which was obtained by the AFP news agency. He also stressed the need to “protect our civilisation”.

The left denounced his speech as an attempt by President Nicolas Sarkozy to woo supporters of the far-right National Front (FN) ahead of a two-round presidential election in April and May. Harlem Desir, the number two in the French Socialist Party, slammed “the pitiful provocation from a minister reduced to a mouthpiece for the FN”. Bernard

Cazeneuve, a spokesperson for Francois Hollande, the Socialist presidential candidate, denounced the remarks as “divisive and degrading,” while the former Socialist candidate Segolene Royal called them “dangerous.” Sarkozy’s allies were quick to defend the minister, however. Gerard Longuet, France’s defence minister, said it was simply “common sense” to suggest that civilisations could be ranked according to values such as “respecting personal rights, rejecting violence or abolishing the death penalty”. Francois Baroin, finance minister, accused the left of “exploiting the statements for electoral gain”. Gueant has repeatedly linked immigration with crime in France and last month said the delinquency rate among immigrants was “two to three times higher” than the national average. Last April, he declared that an increase in the number of Muslim faithful in France posed a “problem”. He has also said that he wants to reduce the number of legal immigrants entering France, including those coming to work legally or to join their families.

His latest comments came as the FN’s presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is credited with about 20 per cent support in opinion polls.

Source: Al-Jazeera

CSIS may use intelligence derived from torture, Toews says he federal government is defending itself after more information has come to light about its directions to Canada’s spy agency to use information that may have been extracted through torture in cases where public safety is at stake. The order represents a reversal of policy for the Conservative government, which once insisted the Canadian Security Intelligence Service would discard information if there was any inkling it might be tainted. Opposition MPs seized on the news, saying it means the government is indirectly supporting torture. Public Safety Minister Vic Toews quietly told CSIS the government now expects the spy service to “make the protection of life and property its overriding priority” and may under exceptional circumstances share information based on intelligence that may have been derived from the use of torture. “Information obtained by torture is always discounted. But the problem is, can one safely ignore it when Canadian lives and property are at stake?” Toews said in question period. Interim Liberal Leader Bob Rae asked Toews to table the directive in the House of Commons. “And will he please explain how it is that the directive which he is putting forward is in any way compatible with Canada’s obligations under international law?” NDP defence critic Jack Harris said complicity in other countries’ torture is essentially encouraging torture. “You’re indirectly supporting torture, encouraging torture, by making a statement that you’re prepared to continue on an ongoing basis dealing with countries that use torture as a matter of course,” he said. A copy of the two-page December 2010 directive was obtained by The Canadian Press under the Access to Information Act. It drew swift condemnation from Amnesty International Canada, which said information obtained under torture “has no place in the justice system, full stop.” The directive from Toews expands upon a May 2009 ministerial order that states CSIS must not knowingly rely upon information derived from torture, and have measures in place to identify such tainted information. The latest directive says in “exceptional circumstances” where there is a threat to human life or public safety, urgency may require CSIS to “share the most complete information available at the time with relevant authorities, including information based on intelligence provided by foreign agencies that may have been derived from the use of torture or mistreatment.”

In such rare circumstances, it may not always be possible to determine how a foreign agency obtained the information, and that ignoring such information solely because of its source would represent “an unacceptable risk to public safety.” The directive says the final decision to investigate and analyze information that may have been obtained by methods condemned by the Canadian government falls to the CSIS director or his deputy director for operations — a decision to be made “in accordance with Canada’s legal obligations.” Finally, it says the minister is to be notified “as appropriate” of a decision to use such information. In spring 2009, a senior CSIS official ignited controversy when he told a Commons committee the spy service would overlook the origin of information if it could prevent another Air India jetliner bombing or an attack along the lines of the Sept. 11, 2001, hijackings in the United States. The government quickly moved to extinguish the public flareup. Peter Van Loan, then public safety minister, said CSIS had been clear about rejecting information extracted through coercion.

Source: PG 6 News

US : Continued from pg 1 pected nuclear-weapons programme. But the White House said on Monday that the timing of the stricter sanctions was unrelated to the prospect of an Israeli attack. In an interview that aired on Monday, Obama said the US had a “very good estimate’’ of when Iran could complete work on a nuclear weapon, but cautioned that there were still many unanswered questions about Iran’s inner workings. Despite Obama’s insistence that diplomacy is the best course to pursue, he has long said all options are on the table, an allusion to military intervention. On Monday, he said the US had done extensive planning for that range of options.

Source: Al-Jazeera

Syria : Continued from pg 1 expel Syrian ambassadors and recall their envoys from Damascus. The US closed its embassy in Syria on Monday, and several European countries have recalled their ambassadors. In Homs, hundreds of people are reported to have died in days of heavy shelling. At least 95 people were killed on Monday and another 15 on Tuesday, activists say. The government insists it is confronting “terrorist groups” in the city and will continue until “order” is restored. Continuing violence against protesters has also been reported in other parts of Syria. Activists said tanks bombarded the town of Zabadani, about 30kms (19 miles) north-west of Damascus, on Tuesday. Witnesses also reported clashes between government and rebel forces in Hama, another stronghold of anti-Assad sentiment. Syria heavily restricts access to foreign journalists and the reports cannot be independently verified. Human rights groups and activists say more than 7,000 people have been killed by Syrian security forces since the uprising began last March. The UN stopped estimating the death toll in Syria after it passed 5,400 in January, saying it was too difficult to confirm. President Assad’s government says at least 2,000 members of the security forces have been killed.

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FACING CONTEMPT OF COURT PROCEEDINGS

Anyone found guilty of being directly or indirectly engaged in defiance or ridiculing the Apex court is liable for punishment regardless of immunity. Sadly, the so called democratic regime is hell bent to defy the court orders to the detriment of the people of Pakistan.

Digesting $60 million in the Swiss accounts is problematic for Pres Zardari, as the said huge sum belongs only to the nation of Pakistan. Yet, under a brokered deal via the national reconciliation ordinance (NRO) – the Musharraf regime wrote to the Swiss court that Pakistan was no more interested to pursue the case to bring back the loot.

Quite apparently, the contemptuous attitude of the current government is the root cause of substandard governance in Pakistan.

Consequently, the poor country is being pushed deeper into misery, while the loot of national resources and exchequer continues unchecked - causing high unemployment rate, an environment ripe enough for economic collapse under one pretext or the other.

Defiance on the part of the government and its functionaries amounts to contempt of court - likely to be followed by the embarrassing consequences, of course.

Shamelessly, just to keep the ring leader off the hook, key elements in the government functionaries and the civil beaurocracy are programmed to be super active for the anti national illegality to the benefit of the top brass and the corrupt elite.

When the President house or the PM house becomes a safe haven for the accused culprit, and the material witness against such accused is scared away, then there is no point in appointing any Supreme Court bench or the judicial commission aimed at reaching the truth. This is a clear example of obstruction of justice and wasting of public

time and money. Any possibility of violation of Article 6 can’t be proved, if certain confusing scenarios are tailored just to disallow any logical conclusion.

Furthermore, dreaming for a rubber stamp parliament, a puppet judiciary as well as an impotent army are neither realistic nor constitutional.

Beyond any doubt, both Supreme Court and Army are most important institutions of Pakistan and they must be respected as such.

In actuality, right after the NRO was declared null and void by 17 judges on DEC 16, 2009, all cases automatically reopened.

As such, Mr. Zardari also lost his qualification ab initio to stay as president under Article 62 and Article 63 of the constitution.

So no question of immunity, as there should be none for the de facto president.

Resultantly, Prime Minister is totally responsible for writing the letter to the Swiss authorities to restore the money laundering case, but he is defiant so far.

Article 204 of the Constitution deals with contempt of court matters: (1) In this Article, “Court” means the Supreme Court or High Court. (2) A Court shall have power to punish any person who,- (a) abuses, interferes with or obstructs the process of the Court in any way or disobeys any order of the Court; (b) scandalizes the Court or otherwise does anything which tends to bring the Court or a Judge of the Court into hatred, ridicule or contempt; (c) does anything which tends to prejudice the determination of a matter pending before the Court; or (d) does any other thing which, by law, constitutes contempt of the Court.

(3) The exercise of the power conferred on a Court by this Article may be regulated by law and, subject to law, by rules made by the Court.

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Imam Soharwardy Receives New Death Threats “I will fly in the plane and come to you and………….” Vancouver By: ISCC. Calgary Once again, the founder of the Islamic Supreme Council of Canada (ISCC) and Muslims Against Terrorism (MAT) has received several death threats. Nine different messages with different voices were left on Imam Soharwardy’s phone on Friday from unknown phone numbers. The callers not only used vulgarity but also threatened to find Imam Soharwardy and teach him the lesson of his life. One caller said, “I will fly in the plane and come to your city and kick your………………..”. “I am not sure what could be the reason behind these recent threats? I suspect that my recent statements and roundtable community gatherings on the issue of domestic violence and honour killings might be the reason behind these new threats. Whenever, I raise voice against violence I get intimidated and threatened”, said Imam Soharwardy. Islamic Supreme Council of Canada strongly condemns these threats and

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In the past, Barrister Aitzaz Ahsan has been advocating that there is no harm in writing letter to the Swiss authorities to restore the case. He worked hard for restoration of judiciary movement in 2008-9.

His image is tarnished as he took a U Turn and started defending President Zardari, claiming that the president enjoyed immunity against criminal charges.

And now he represents Prime Minister Gilani in the Supreme Court, where he is unsuccessfully defending the prime minister’s decision to not write to the Swiss authorities- another bad move on part of the defence barrister.

As per the constitution, “A person shall be disqualified from being elected or chosen as and from being a member of parliament if he has been convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction for propagating any opinion or acting in any manner prejudicial to the ideology or the sovereignty, integrity or security of Pakistan, or independence of the judiciary of Pakistan, or which defames or brings into ridicule the judiciary or the armed forces of Pakistan, unless a period of five years has elapsed since his release.”

Courageously, PM Gilani said on the floor of the parliament, “neither army nor judiciary can derail system.”

Previously, Aitzaz Ahsan argued against President Musharraf’s immunity claims under Article 248 of the Constitution, and contended that the president and the governor could not be made party in criminal cases, they could not be arrested; but if any of their acts were contrary to the law, they wouldn’t have protection under Article 248 of the Constitution. No immunity existed then, how come it does exist for Zardari now?

The main purpose of the contempt of court law is only to ensure implementation of court orders.

Waan laysa lil insani illa ma’ sa’aa That man can have nothing but what he strives for.

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urges the police to find the culprits. All these threats have been reported to Calgary police.

Delay or deter Tehran’s nuclear work”

By Zaheer Ali Manki Surrey The killing of an Iranian nuclear scientist Mostafa Ahmadi-Roshan in a terror attack perpetrated by unprincipled, US-Israel unholy alliance is most regrettable. The economic sanctions against Iran have turned into an open undeclared war. This kind of lawlessness reminds me of the Bush presidency years where he attacked Iraq under the guise of Weapons of Mass Destructions ( WMD ) where all the evidence pointed to the contrary. He never wanted to be bothered by the facts and attacked a sovereign state anyway with false evidence.

It is the same scenario. Iran has stated over and over again that it was not developing any nuclear weapons. Most Americans acts are geared towards pampering and pleasing Israel however unprincipled they may be. It defies logic to stop Iran from developing it nuclear technology for peaceful purposes while Israel, reportedly, has several nuclear heads. Why not stop Israel? Logic and fairness dictate that Israel,

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Under Article 190, all executive and judicial authorities throughout Pakistan shall act in aid of the Supreme Court.

But, the honourable judges have been exercising patience under some expediency.

By not invoking Article 190--the judgments end up on shelves and the defiant regime remains free to keep on defusing the judicial power.

The vain political bickering on the other hand is only adding further fuel to the painful fire; also the temperature of the confused public is rapidly heightening.

February 13 was set for the prime minister to appear before the “honourable bench” only to get indicted with contempt over his refusal to pursue corruption cases against the president unless Mr. Ahsan constructs a fresh hurdle in favour of his high profile client.

It’s about time for the people of Pakistan to stand behind the Supreme Court to eliminate corrupt mafia in order to permanently eradicate the rampant corruption.

For Prime Minister Gilani, the best solution is to tender an apology with sincerity to the honourable bench of the Supreme Court; and undertake to write the required letter to the Swiss authorities to reopen the moneylaundering cases. Otherwise, there is severe punishment upon conviction.

Update: An eight-member bench to be headed by Chief Justice Chaudhry has been formed to hear an intra court appeal filed by Barrister Ahsan, the defence counsel, asking for setting aside the indictment proceedings against the prime minister.

the only nuclear power in the Middle East, should be sanctioned for owning the bomb.

The worst of the worst is that many of the ‘ moderate ‘ Muslims states are aligning themselves with the Mushriks against Iran.

No nation with self respect will yield to the illegitimate US-Israel pressure tactics to stop the nuclear research program. Iran is an honorable nation and is in a defiant mood. Its nuclear program for peaceful power generation is unstoppable. Quoting from the Link International of January 28, 2012,” Ali Vaez and Charles D. Ferguson of the Federation of American Scientists wrote that “such acts of terrorism” are unlikely to significantly delay or deter Tehran’s nuclear work”

Harper Sets his Sights on Our Pensions

Hon. Judy Sgro, MP Liberal Party Critic for Seniors & Pensions It seems all but certain that Stephen Harper is set to hike the qualifying age for the Old Age Security (OAS) from 65 to 67. For our most vulnerable seniors, that means they will go without $30,000 of much needed support for two additional years.

For you, it may mean significantly altering your plans for retirement. And you are not alone. Over the next 10 years, more than 4 million Canadians will be turning 65. Unless you are set to retire with an annual pension of over $112,000, Harper is telling you to rethink your plans. Harper is blaming the baby-boomers. But as the retirement wave peaks in 2031, the increase spending on the OAS will only increase by 0.7% of Canada’s overall economy. So why is Harper doing this? Because fundamentally, Stephen Harper believes that the government should have no hand in helping seniors in their retirement, and no hand in helping Canadians plan for their retirement. He’s still the same guy who said the Canada Pension Plan should be scrapped back in 1998. Government involvement in the financial security of Canadians stands counter to Harper’s ideology.

As Conservatives choose to take benefits away from seniors, Liberals will continue to fight for balanced pension reforms that will ensure Canadians financial security in their retirement. Liberals will fight for a voluntary supplemental Canada Pension Plan that will provide a low-cost, high-return, universal option that Canadians can rely on.

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The Mercy for Mankind By: Gulshan Alani Vancouver “An attribution and commemoration of the universal messenger Muhammad (saws).

The month of Rabi-ul-Awwal the 3rd month of the Islamic Lunar calendar, in which one of the greatest Messenger Muhammad (SAS) a seal of Prophets was born (12th.Rabi, approximate date) in the year 570 A.C. in the sacred city of Mecca, in one of the noblest ArabQuraysh tribes, the clan of Hashimite. He was a direct descendant of Prophet Abraham (AS).

Sadly enough he died on 12th Rabi 632 A.C. and this is one of the reasons his birthday is not celebrated, as it would not be appropriate to have any Eid like celebration except to commemorate in gratitude for his perfect Divine Mission by prayers for his soul, as his faithful followers celebrate his spiritual presence by following his perfect lifestyle, tradition and by fasting on Mondays (voluntarily) as per his recommendation as he was born on Monday: moreover he never celebrated his birthdays, and so to follow his tradition-Sunnah in every walk of life is the best of the testimony in hands, as well as to follow the final closing Divine Revelation/Quran (confirms the past Holy Revelations) that represents the ultimate and permanent source of guidance, warning and Mercy for mankind. At the age of 40 he received the first Revelation: ‘IQRA’/proclaim (Quran chp. 96) from Allah/Creator through Angel Gabriel in the Cave of Mount Hira now known as ‘Jabal al Nur’. Thus, the prophet was appointed as a universal Messenger and was commanded to convey the Divine Message of Holy Quran universally to all the nations, and not designated only for Muslims as it contains A to Z Holy criterion for holistic living that could come only from none other than the Creator of the world. Who is also the Supreme Being, the Throne Holder, the Intelligent Designer, the Evolver, the Holy, the Unique and

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the Powerful etc. Apparently, Prophet Muhammad (SAS) was a legislator and thus a source of Islamic Jurisprudence, responsible for the theology of Islam, its main ethical and moral principles, and gave the Criterion for the Religious rituals and the ceremonies to Muslims, which has remained unchanged since 1433 yrs by an effort of his truthful faithful followers.

He advised to eat and drink in moderation what is made lawful by the Creator and avoid all the unlawful acts, and said fear Allah/Creator, obey HIS commandments, be prepared for the ‘Day of Judgment and the Hereafter, do earn something for your souls, keep up with your daily 5 prayers: he also advised on eating certain health foods and introduced prophetic treatments for certain ailments and said: “There is a remedy for every Malady, and no disease Allah created, but that HE created its treatment”.

Miraculously, he also brought the reign of democracy in its best form, he changed the complete Arabian Peninsula from paganism and Idolatry to worship of One Universal God. From tribal quarrels and wars to national solidarity and cohesion, from drunkenness and debauchery to sobriety and piety, and proclaimed the principal of universal brotherhood, the doctrine of the equality of mankind, the rights of female child, forbade the killing of female child and abuse of wives. He also warned about the Global warming 14c. ago.

Throughout his life he was known to be most truthful, honest, and modest. His integrity and truthfulness were beyond doubt not only in the sights of newly converted Muslims but also in the minds of his most staunch opponents.

His character of tolerance, simplicity, kindness, justice, his spiritual accomplishments and his mundane reforms are unparalleled in the entire history of mankind.

He practiced what he preached, and never tried to acquire personal glory or sought any personal gains, lived the most humble life, he

personally took care of the poor and the needy by giving away every penny he possessed.

Rev. R. Bosworth Smith writes: “He was Caesar without the legions of Caesar, without a standing army, or a body Guard, and without a fixed revenue. If ever a man had the right to say that he ruled by rightful way, it was Muhammad, he cared not for the dressings of power. The simplicity of his private life was in keeping with his public life”.

“If a man like Muhammad were to assume the dictatorship of the modern world, he would succeed in solving its problems that would bring it the much needed peace and happiness”: “I have studied him, the wonderful man and in my opinion far from being an anti-Christ he must be called the savior of humanity”, George Bernard Shaw.

“Muhammad, was the soul of kindness and his influence was felt and never forgotten by those around him”, Diwan Chand Sharma ‘The Prophets of the East’. He is rated number one in ‘The 100 ranking of the most influential persons in history’ by Michael Hart, an American astronomer, and a lawyer.

May Allah bless his soul and his faithful Ummah, consists of Arabs, Quraish, Jews, Christians, catholic, 12 tribes of Prophet Israel/Jacob a.s, Assyrians, Aryans, Hindus, Punjabi, Khatri, etc who are grateful to him for showing the ‘True form of worship’, and introducing the real God/Allah/Creator.

4: 87: “GOD! There is no god but HE (Creator): of a surety HE will gather you together at the Day of Judgment, about which there is no doubt, and whose word can be truer than GOD’S” 132: “Yea, unto GOD belong all things in the heavens and on earth, and enough is GOD to carry through all affairs”. 36: Serve GOD and join not any partners with HIM….”.

MAY ALLAH BLESS HIS SOUL

Medicine import from Canada in Pakistan

By Aftab Alam Vancouver Some faulty medicines were imported from Canada. When confronted by media persons responsible for bringing these into Pakistan said that they were free and that is why we allowed their import. Medicines concerned are ATE . If this medicine is not good for Canadians because its expiry date was many months ago then why should this medicine be given to Pakistanis. In my opinion the people responsible for this should be given maximum sentence under the law. However if the laws are too lenient then I request the Prime Minister and the President to make such crimes punishable with death.

Espetos is banned in Canada By: Wajahat Ali Shah Tsawwassen Mr Alam, yes I agree with your conclusion and at the same time, I would like your readers to add their voice in a strong way, that as Canadians it is not acceptable that as Espetos is banned in Canada, and yet this Conservative Govt is allowing it to be EXPORTED. Fair and balanced approach makes the world a better place

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Rabia Basri: A role model for all Muslim women

By ABU TARIQ HIJAZI Rabia Basri is a role model for all Muslim women. She rules on the hearts of hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Born in 95 A.H. in Basra in a poor but respected family, she was the fourth daughter of her father.

She was born in a dark night. The family was so poor that there was no oil in the lamp even to light it. Her sister asked her father to get some oil from the neighbor’s house, but he said he would never ask anyone for any help except Allah.

When he slept with a heavy heart, he dreamed that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) came to him and said, “Don’t grieve, your newborn daughter is a favorite of the Lord and will lead many Muslims to the right path. You should approach the Amir of Basra and present him a letter with a message that every night he is wont to offer 100 daroods to me and on Friday nights 400. But this Friday he did not offer daroods, so tell him that as a penalty he must give you 400 dinars.”

Rabia’s father got up and went straight to the Amir. The Amir was delighted on receiving the message. He distributed 1,000 dinars to the poor and joyously gave 400 to Rabia’s father. The Amir then asked Rabia’s father to come to him whenever he needed anything as it was an honor for him to help somebody liked by Allah.

After the death of her father, Basra was hit by famine. Rabia got separated from her sisters and left alone. She was with a caravan that was attacked by robbers. The chief of the robbers took Rabia as captive and sold her as a slave. Rabia’s new master used to make her do hard work.

One day while she was going out, a man chased her. She ran to save herself but fell down and broke her arm. Thereupon, she prayed to Allah, “I am a poor orphan and a slave. Now my hand is broken. But I do not mind these things if Thou be pleased with me...”

Rabia used to spend the whole night in prayer after finishing her household work.

She used to fast regularly. Once when her master woke up in the middle of the night he was attracted by Rabia’s prayer: “My Lord! You know well that my desire is to carry out Your commandments and to serve You with all my heart. O Light of my eyes. If I were free I would spend the whole day and night in prayers. But what should I do when You have made me slave of a human being?”

The master felt that it was sacrilegious to keep her as a slave. He freed her and offered her the choice of staying with him or leaving. She told him she wanted to carry on her worship in solitude. She went to the desert and devoted herself to worship. Her mentor was Hassan Basri. Much of her early life is narrated by Farid Al-Din Attar, using earlier sources. Rabia herself did not leave any written work.

She devoted herself to prayers. Later she set out for Haj. Rabia reached Makkah and there she met Ibrahim Adham who also performed Haj that year.

Throughout her life, her love of God, poverty and self-denial remained her constant companions. She spent all night in prayer and contemplation. As her fame grew she had many disciples. Though she had many offers of marriage, and even one from the Amir of Basra, she refused them as she had no time in her life for anything other

than the Love of Allah.

Once when asked why she did not marry she replied: “If you free me from having to worry about three things, I will marry. First of all, at the moment of death, shall my faith be sufficient to bring me to salvation? Second, will the Book of my deeds be given to me in my left or right hand? Third, on that hour when a party of people are called forth on the left hand to Hell, and another group from the right hand are summoned to Heaven, which company will I belong to? And further when I am interrogated in the grave by the two angels, shall I be able to answer their questions?”

Once Malik Bin Dinaar visited Rabia Basri. He found in her home a partly broken pitcher which she used for ablution and drinking water, a very old straw-mat on which she slept and a brick which she used as a pillow. He said to her, “I have many affluent friends. Shall I ask them to bring some items for you?”

Rabia Basri said, “O Malik! Is my Provider, your Provider and the Provider of the wealthy, not the same?” Malik said, “Yes.” Rabia then said, “Has He forgotten about the needs of the poor on account of their poverty, while he remembers the needs of the wealthy?” Malik said, “It is not so.” Rabia then said, “When He never forgets anyone, why should we remind Him? He has wished this condition for me and I am pleased with it, because it is, His pleasure.”

Rabia has taught us that repentance is a gift from Allah because no one can repent unless Almighty Allah allows him to do so.

Ibn Al-Jawzi relates that at the time of her death, she called Abda Bint Abi Showal and told her that no one be informed of her death and that she be shrouded only in her old robe for burial. When her last hour came, leading sheikhs gathered around her, but she told them to “Go out and leave place for the Angels.” They all went out and closed the door. While they were waiting outside, they heard from inside a voice reciting: “O soul at rest and peace!

Return to your Lord...” For a long while thereafter there was silence. When they went inside, they found that she had passed away.

Rabia Basri’s quotes • When asked about some From worldly thing she wanted to have, she replied: I R.ul. I am ashamed to ask for a 18 thing of this world from 19 Him to whom this world 20 belongs; how can I ask for it from those to whom 21 it does not belong.

22 • Indeed your days are 23 numbered, for when one 24 day passes; a significant 25 portion of your life has passed away. And when 26 that portion has fled, soon 27 it will come to pass that 28 your whole life has disap29 peared. As you know this, strive always towards 30 the performance of good Rabi’II 1 deeds.

2 • I am not after any reward for my good works, but only that on the Day of Judgment the Prophet

Muhammad (peace be upon him) should say to the rest of the Prophets: ‘Behold this woman of my community; this was her work.’

• All people are afraid of the reckoning of the Day of Judgment, whereas I long for it. At last Allah will address me as ‘O, My servant!’

• Conceal your good qualities as much as you conceal your bad qualities.

• Death is a bridge between friends. The time now nears that I cross that bridge, and friend meets Friend.

Rabia Basri is and will remain to be a role model for Muslim women.

Hadith Qudsi 3: On the authority of Zayd ibn Khalid al-Juhaniyy (may Allah be pleased with him), who said: The Messenger of Allah (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) led the morning prayer for us at al-Hudaybiyah following rainfall during the night. When the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) finished, he faced the people and said to them: Do you know what your Lord has said? They said: Allah and his Messenger know best. He said: This morning one of my servants became a believer in Me and one a disbeliever. As for him who said: We have been given rain by virtue of Allah and His mercy, that one is a believer in Me, a disbeliever in the stars (2); and as for him who said: We have been given rain by such-andsuch a star, that one is a disbeliever in Me, a believer in the stars.

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HUMAN CARE BC SOCIETY A newly formed society in Surrey is launching a humble appeal to the Community members to help the residents of Fiji whose lives have been devastated through recent flooding.

The disaster management office in Fiji has declared Many western areas to be in state of emergency.

Immediately after the formation, The human care society members are busy collecting basic survival items such as Clothing, School back pack, Non perishable food items, Shoes etc. To ship out as soon as possible.

The group is preparing a container to leave at the end of February. For further info and to offer your voluntary services, please contact the following brothers: Adam Buksh 604 596 7865, Hassan Mallam 604 572 8123 Abdul Jalil 604 597 0321, Ali Ahmed 604 591 7631 Daud Buksh 604 590 6332, Imran Ali 604 597 7721 DROP-OFF ADDRESS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON

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With Arabs taking control of their fate, is the UN still relevant?

By Sarah Mousa Cairo, Egypt - In a December interview with Barbara Walters, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad commented that the United Nations was not a credible institution, that it is just a “game” in which countries partake. While “credible” may not be the most apt description, certainly not for the entirety of the UN, Assad’s questioning of the sanctity of the institution is not as offkey as his political record.

The recent rejection of a UN Security Council proposal to support the Arab League peace initiative for Syria due to Russian and Chinese veto is not as much of a nadir for the Syrian revolution as it is for the UN as an institution. The UN Security Council stands as a relic of a past age; rather than voicing global concerns, it is a platform for permanent members to confirm the hierarchy of the world order. The five permanent members, those countries that were deemed as the greatest powers at the post-World War II establishment of the UN, each individually have the authority to veto any resolution.

The veto is often used by these great powers not out of concern for keeping peace, as the council was supposedly created to do, but to secure perceived interests - however contradictory they may be to basic principles of humanity. This recent resolution on Syria can be added to a long list of rejected Security Council Resolutions that have been detriment to the populations in the Arab world.

The United States has often used its power to veto resolutions associated with Israel. In February 2011, a resolution condemning Israeli settlements, deemed illegal by the UN itself, was rejected when the United States used its veto power. Last autumn, President of the Palestinian National Authority Mahmoud Abbas’ bid for statehood at the UN was tainted by US threats to veto.

Although it is not as clearly entrenched in its structure, the Arab League is similarly an institution which, rather than achieving its goal of facilitating closer ties within the region, is often influenced by the interests of the governments it represents - in proportion to their economic and strategic power. This is especially problematic when the issues at hand threaten, either directly or indirectly, the survival of the very governments that constitute the organisation.

It took the Arab League more than seven months to significantly react to the Syrian revolution, and most, if not all, of its efforts have been deemed failures. The observer mission sent to the country issued contradictory messages, did not autonomously

visit turbulent areas and finally halted its mission in the context of escalating violence and withdrawal of support from Gulf states.

The Arab League has failed to play any leading role in the revolutions of member states, often reacting only when the unsustainably of a leader is absolutely evident.

Throughout most of the Egyptian revolution, the league went no further than calling for reform.

The global community, outside of formal institutions, dealt with each revolution differently - as short term individual interests took precedence over principles. In the case of Tunisia, a country of less strategic importance than some of its neighbours, the revolution was widely praised. The Egyptian revolution was greeted with more hesitation, before its overwhelming popularity became evident.

Resource-wealthy Libya was readily targeted by NATO troops. In Yemen, a crucial partner in the United States’ battle with terrorism, the reaction was less enthusiastic.

And many have forgotten that a movement even exists in Bahrain, where empowerment of the Shia majority could make way for Iranian influence. But the Arab revolutions have shown that while international condemnation, military actions or sanctions can hasten the downfall of a regime, the people and their willingness to continue demanding their rights is the determining factor of success.

As Russia and China vetoed a resolution that took 11 months and more than 5,000 deaths to even be discussed, hundreds were being killed in a military attack on the city of Homs. But the day was not a loss for the revolution, as Syrian protesters across the world took matters into their own hands.

In Egypt, Syrian exiles mobilised upon hearing news of the attacks on Homs that left over 200 dead in just a few hours. In the early hours, on February 4, more than 100 young protesters gathered at the Syrian Embassy in Cairo, with the goal of staging a sit-in that would result in the expulsion of the Syrian ambassador to Egypt. Some protesters stormed the embassy, demolishing parts of the entry floor.

The protesters were then greeted by thugs, who those present were convinced were hired by the ambassador himself. This was the second attack on the Syrian embassy, and, while Egyptian security guards stood aside as protesters smashed portraits of Bashar al-Assad the previous week, a dozen Syrian protesters were detained this time.

As news of their trial circulated, along with

fear that they would be sent to Damascus, where they would likely, if not certainly, be executed upon arrival, protesters gathered once again. More than 50 young Syrian exiles boarded a train from Alexandria to join those in Cairo who gathered in front of the Abdeen courthouse, a few blocks away from Tahrir Square.

The protesters stood in front of the courthouse for more than 12 hours, calling for the release of the detainees, the expulsion of the Syrian ambassador and chanting against the Assad clan and the ruling Baath party. At one point during the protests, courthouse employees reportedly opened the second floor windows and joined in with the chants, to the euphoria of the crowd.

The detainees were released shortly afterwards, with minor charges for the damage.

The protesters considered the day a victory, because it was clear they had support from the most valued entity - the people, both Syrians and Egyptians who rallied in support of the cause.

A few blocks away from the courthouse, at Tahrir Square, people were also taking things into their own hands. The Ultras, the soccer fans known for their crafty anti-government chants, have been staging protests and sit-ins for the past several days over the government’s most atrocious post-revolution act, the Port Said massacre which left more than 70 soccer fans dead in just a few hours.

The role of the state was lucid and widely considered the military’s revenge on the youth who mobilise change. As they con-

tinue to get hit with tear gas, which the US will not cease arming the Egyptian government with (because of State Department claims that there is no evidence of misuse), the Egyptian youth are not waiting for international outrage or UN resolutions to rid their country of military rule.

The UN Security Council’s rejection of the

Syria plan fell on the anniversary of the Hama Massacre of 1982, in which up to 40,000 residents were killed in a military attack on the city. It was a stark reminder for Syrians of the domestic and international silence that reigned then, and of their responsibility to react now - even if no one else will. The regime in Syria will not fall at the hands of outside entities, but at the hands of the Syrian people inside and outside of the country, and the Free Syrian Army, a brave force that helps shield citizens from the brutality of the Assad regime. While international pressure may have saved some bloodshed in Syria, a lack thereof will certainly not doom the revolution.

Sarah Mousa graduated from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs in 2010, and is a 2010-2011 Fulbright Scholar in Egypt.

Source: Al Jazeera

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Mawlid Nabi Jashne Milad Celebrated at Pakistan House

By: Junaid Khan On Feb 4, a beautiful program was organized at the Pakistan House for the blessed birth of Prophet Muhammad(s), hosted by SMC-Rumi Rose Garden.

The organizers took the time to make sure that the Hall was very clean and fragrant. The decor presented showed the dedication of the organizers to show their love for our beloved Prophet(s). The evening began with the praising of the Prophetic Light (Salawats), Qasidas, and Naats followed by a few speeches on the Character of Muhammad(s) and how the Companions absolutely showed a great love and adoration towards him.

Thereafter, the entire hall began to recite Zikrullah all together (praising of Allah) - what an amazing atmosphere. After the duas, the crowd listened to more speeches from the guest speakers which included: Ilyas Shariff Qadri, Pir Afzal Shah, Imam Mustafa, Maulana Naumani, and Shaykh As-Sayed Nurjan Mirahmadi. Although, most of the speeches were regarding the Love for the Prophet, Shaykh Nurjan specifically emphasized the importance of trying to make things easy for the youth so they begin to have a love for Islam. Without love, the rules become too hard causing the kids nowadays to run towards the bars, clubs and gangs. We all know what is obligation and forbidden and the perfection of Islam, but the analogy described by Shaykh Nurjan was if you give someone a nice piece of steak who has no teeth, it doesn’t matter how tasty the steak is, that person cannot eat it and

there is no benefit. When we empower the Love of the Prophet(s), the Love of Islam and make things easy, then that is the way to grow these teeth. These youth can then begin to chew and digest the beauty of Islam. We all preach, but why is it that our children are running away?

This is something very important and we all have to think about it, especially our parents and Islamic teachers. The evening program concluded with a delicious buffet dinner served by the hosting volunteers. The women and children were served first as the crowd listened to beautiful Nasheeds. Many people commented that there was something very special and uplifting about this gathering, leaving guests with a peaceful feeling in their hearts. These gatherings, including recitation of Salawats and Zikrullah, are conducted by SMC not only once a year, but three times a week.

If anyone is interested in attending future programs, please contact staffsmc@ gmail.com.

International Day of Action Against War on Iran in Vancouver

By: Janine Solanki On February 4, 80 cities around the world organized actions to demand no sanctions, assassinations, intervention, and war on Iran! In Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada over 130 people joined together in front of the US consulate to protest this new war drive against Iran. Among participants were many people from the Iranian community who oppose any military attack on their homeland, activists from Occupy Vancouver, and a broad spectrum of people of different generations, ethnic backgrounds, religions, and many peace loving people who came out to protest the war drive against Iran.

The organizing groups, Mobilization Against War & Occupation (MAWO) and the Iranian Community Against War

(ICAW) had a program of speakers, which was combined with rounds of picketing in front of the US consulate. MAWO co-chair Alison Bodine and Janine Solanki began the rally with inviting up Indigenous elder and activist Kelly White, who gave a welcoming drumming song. David Whittlsey, a veteran activist since the Vietnam war and Civil Rights movements spoke of the bloodshed that would be inflicted in a war on Iran. Aaron Mercredi, an organizer with the Indigenous Rights and Action Project (IRAP) spoke next.

After more picketing filled the streets with chants of “Don’t attack Iran!” “Hands off Iran! No Assassination! US, NATO, out of the Middle East!” the program continued with Payvand Pejvack, organizer with ICAW, who read out a joint statement from MAWO and ICAW against war on Iran.

Next Shakeel Lochan, a MAWO organizer shared a spoken word poem against war.

The protesters then heard via phone from Sarah Flounders, co-director of the International Action Center in New York, which was a major organizing force for the International Day of Action. Then Azza Rojbi, a MAWO Executive Committee member and active participant with Occupy Vancouver spoke on how the Occupy movement is a struggle against the war both at home and abroad. The last speaker of the day was Noah Fine, organizer with MAWO, who spoke as an anti Zionist Jewish activist opposed to Israeli occupation of Palestine and the Israeli governments recent threats against Iran.

The rally wrapped up with the rally MC’s encouraging participants to continue to oppose a war on Iran beyond the day’s rally.

The fact that this day of action was international was itself a success for antiwar organizing against war on Iran, as the threat of war on Iran is international and must be confronted by an international movement against war. Hundreds of thousands of people from the US to Canada, Bangladesh, India, Ireland and Norway came together on this day to oppose this criminal war drive and to act against it. As long as this threat against Iran continues MAWO, in unity with antiwar groups across borders, will continue organizing educational actions and events against another bloody war in the Middle East.

Janine Solanki is a co-chair of Mobilization Against War and Occupation (MAWO), an anti war, anti occupation and anti Islamophobia in Vancouver. You can reach her info@mawovancouver.org

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Kashmir Solidarity Day Feb 5

Kashmir is a beautiful valley in the northernmost part of India. It is part of a state called Jammu & Kashmir. The Kashmir Valley is surrounded by some of the highest mountain ranges in the world. The valley itself is green and thickly populated. The people of this Valley are highly evolved and have therefore dominated the history and culture of the state.

Established: 1947-10-26 Capital: Jammu (winter), Srinagar (summer) Largest city: Srinagar Districts: 22 Government: Governor: Narinder Nath Vohra Chief Minister: Omar Abdullah (NC) Legislature: Bicameral (89 + 36 seats) Area: Total, 222,236 km2 (85,805.8 sq mi) Population (2011): Total, 12,548,926 Literacy: 66.7% (21st) Official languages: Urdu, Kashmiri, Dogri Kashmir Solidarity Day has been observed on 5 February each year since 1990 in Pakistan as a day of protest against Indian control of part of Kashmir. Kashmir Day was first appealed by Qazi Hussain Ahmed of the Ameer-e-Jammat-e-Islami party in Pakistan in 1990.

Pakistan observed the Kashmir Solidarity day to pay homage to Kashmiris of Indian controlled territory, who lost their lives in their struggle to get rid of New Delhi’s rule.

Pakistan has been marking the day to highlight the plight of people of Kashmir for their birth right to self determination promised to them by the international community under the resolutions of United Nations Security Council. All activities and transport came to stand still when one minute’s silence was observed throughout the country at 10 a.m. by blowing sirens.

President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani, President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Sardar Muham-

mad Yaqoob Khan and AJK Prime Minister Chaudhry Abdul Majid have issued special messages in connection with Kashmir day, expressing solidarity with people of Occupied Kashmir. President Zardari and Prime Minister Gilani addressed the joint session of the AJK Legislative Assembly and the Council. A Kashmir convention was held in Islamabad in which tribute paid to martyrs, who sacrificed their lives to get their birth right to self-determination.

Rallies, processions, seminars and photo exhibitions had been arranged by Pakistani mission abroad. Rallies, demonstrations, human chains by men, women and children will be held at various cities of the country, Azad Kashmir and the connecting points between Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir including at Kohala to express solidarity with the struggling Kashmiris of Indian Held Kashmir for their just cause for freedom from Indian yoke.

a primarily domestic driven movement “Youth Uprising”.

Despite a paradigm shift in Pakistan’s policy, the Indian government continued to deploy large numbers of troops in Kashmir for cracking down on civil liberties. India still maintains 500,000 troops that comprise its regular army, the Border Security Force and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). Kashmir has been in the throes of an uprising since 1989. The suffering of the Kashmiri people has been very painful and distressing.

Many thousands of them have been killed, wounded and permanently disabled by the Indian occupation forces over the past several years. The latest round of protests erupted after the June 11, 2010 killing by Indian police of three Kashmiri youth. The humiliation, the memories of victimization and of those who have lost their lives fuels collective hatred that led to the escalation and spiraling of violence. Years of injustice beyond physical and emotional levels had established social dimension of revenge.

Who could be behind the Kashmir movement, the insurgents or internal dynamics?

Kashmir solidarity day & youth’s uprising Ever since 9/11 terrorists’ attack on American soil, the nature of the Kashmiri uprising changed from a phenomenal support to

Arun Dhati Roy, a well-respected journalist from India, portrays Kashmir uprising in these words: “Not surprisingly, the voice that the government of India has tried so hard to silence in Kashmir has massed into a deafening roar. Raised in a playground of army camps, checkpoints, and bunkers, with screams from torture chambers for a soundtrack, the young generation has suddenly discovered the power of mass protest, and above all, the dignity of being able to straighten their shoulders and speak for themselves, represent themselves.”

The Kashmir dispute primarily

involves the lives and futures of thirteen million people. It impacts on the relations

between India and Pakistan, which directly affects the peace and stability of the South Asian sub-continent, a region that contains one-fifth of the world population. The Kashmiri claim to self-determination is rooted in the United Nations’ definition of the Right to Self Determination as described in Article 1 of both the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru’s government took the Kashmir issue to the United Nations, saying that the people of Kashmir be given the chance to decide their future under the supervision of the United Nations.

Against these solemn words and relentless struggle of the people of Kashmir, New Delhi today has two lame excuses: (1) The pledges and the UN resolutions calling for a plebiscite in Kashmir have become outdated; (2) What is going on in the Kashmir valley is not a people’s revolt but the result of ‘cross-border terrorism’. Both arguments are self-serving as the time cannot abrogate moral values nor invalidate the international community’s right to intervene in flash points of conflict arising from denial of freedom and involving tyranny and persecution. For Kashmir, all United Nations resolutions and the Indian leaders’

Continued on pg 15

Kashmir Solidarity Day Feb 5 Messages

Message from Mr. Asif Ali Zardari President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan On Kashmir Solidarity Day 5th February, 2012

Message from Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan On Kashmir Solidarity Day 5th February, 2012

The Government and the People of Pakistan observe the Kashmir Solidarity Day by renewing their unswerving support for the just struggle of the Kashmiri people for the realization of their fundamental and inalienable rights \For over six decades, the Kashmiri people have rendered countless sacrifices for upholding their dignity and freedom, pleading for equity and justice and the fulfillment of the promise for the effective exercise of their right to self-determination, as envisaged in the relevant UN resolutions.

It is indeed imperative that the noble principles and values, that underpin the just Kashmiri cause, are xpheld and supported by all justice and freedom-loving peoples across the world. It is also important that the fundamental human rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir are respected and promoted.

In recent years, the peaceful struggle of the people of Jammu and Kashmir has gained in strength and intensity. A new generation of the Kashmiris, including men, women and children, continue to wage a heroic struggle for the realization of their fundamental rights.

While seeking a peaceful settlement of Jammu and Kashmir dispute, Pakistan will continue to express its complete solidarity with the Kashmiris and extend its fullest political, moral and diplomatic support to their just cause.

The Government and the people of Pakistan join their Kashmiri brothers and sisters in solemnly observing the Kashmir Solidarity Day. On this occasion, we reaffirm our complete support to the just Kashmiri cause and renew our pledge of steadfast support for the heroic struggle of the Kashmiri people for the effective realization of their fundamental and inalienable rights.

Generations after generations of the proud and patriotic people of Jammu and Kashmir have rendered innumerable sacrifices, braved adversity and carried forward the torch of liberty, freedom and justice. They have proven to the world that they will never compromise their dignity and honour nor forfeit their fundamental rights.

The peaceful struggle of the Kashmiri men, women and children in upholding basic human values and universally-recognized principles deserves respect, admiration and support of the international community.Pakistan believes that the United Nations’ promise to the Kashmiris as contained in relevant resolutions must be fulfilled. A peaceful settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, that accords fully with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people, is a sine-qua-non for peace and prosperity in this region.

The Government and the people of Pakistan will continue to extend their full moral, political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people for the realization of their fundamental rights and legitimate aspirations.

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own pledges remain unfulfilled but valid because they are based on the time-honoured values of freedom and sacredness of basic human rights.

From a Kashmiri perspective, the leaders of both India and Pakistan should be encouraged to continue with the good-will initiatives (CBMs) they have started some time ago.

However, any meaningful dialogue regarding Jammu and Kashmir cannot be restricted to bilateral negotiations. The discussions must be tri-lateral, that is, they must include representatives of the Kashmiri people. Kashmir issue should be resolved through dialogue between Pakistan and India.

Talks are the only way to address all

issues and remove misunderstandings between the neighbouring countries.

The people of the trouble-torn valley have associated high hopes that Barack Obama will intervene in solving the long pending dispute.

Pakistan observes Kashmir Solidarity Day every year on 5th February to demonstrate their unequivocal support for the valiant struggle of the Kashmiri people in achieving their legitimate right to self-determination. The day would help raise awareness among the new generation about the struggle of the Kashmir people for their right to self-determination. Ever since the partition of the sub-continent in 1947, Kashmir Solidarity Day is being observed as a regular feature throughout Pakistan

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This year also, the Solidarity Day is once again being observed in a befitting manner to reiterate Pakistan’s abiding moral, political and diplomatic support to the people of Kashmir struggling for their freedom.

Let us resolve before the next Solidarity Day for the Kashmiris, we would see an end to their misery, rape and torture and the right to self-determination of the Kashmiris would be exercised and they would stand justified and take their rightful place in the comity of nations.

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In our series of articles of roofing and renovation solutions today we will discuss residential roofing and focus on the following aspects: - Difference between residential and commercial roofing - Materials used for residential roofing - Average life of residential roofing - When it’s time for a new roof!

- Factors that contribute to the residential roofing cost

1. Difference between residential and commercial roofing The first thing that differentiates a residential roofing job from a commercial roofing job is the type of building the roof is for. Just because you bought what used to be a house and turned it into an office doesn’t make it a commercial roof. On the other hand, the roof of an apartment complex might classify as a commercial roofing job even though it’s a residence. For simplicity I would say that a low slope or near flat roofs are considered to be commercial roofs and their spans have large areas. The roofs of industrial and office buildings, hospitals and shopping malls are low sloped or flat and considered commercial roofs. For single family houses with gable roof shape (A-frame), the roof slope or pitch typically ranges from 3:12 (minimum for shingles) to 12:12 (maximum). Here 3:12 slope means for every 12 inch or 1foot length, the rise would be 3 inches that is if the roof span is 12 feet, then rise would be 36 inches or 3feet.

2. Materials used for residential roofing Choosing the best roofing materials for your house often depends on your climates and weather conditions. The two most commonly used shingle types are organic felt reinforced and fibre glass reinforced shingles.

Organic asphalt roofing shingles are made from organic felt material that has been soaked in asphalt to waterproof it. The next step is to add a coating of adhesive asphalt and then the ceramic granules are embedded into the shingle. Organic shingles contain approximately 40% more asphalt per 100 sq. ft. than glass fibre asphalt shingles which implies that they are heavier and less likely to be blown off the roof by strong winds.

The high percentage of asphalt also gives organic shingles greater durability. This makes organic asphalt shingles more popular in harsh winter weather countries like Canada. Whereas in fibre glass roofing shingles, asphalt coated fibre matting is used in place of organic felt and are cheaper to manufacture and more suitable for hot climates as they have a higher fireprevention rating.

The clay roofing tile is another popular roofing material having little maintenance, and comes in a variety of colors, types and styles. The biggest drawback to clay tile is its weight. Depending on the material used to make it, this tile can be very heavy - so heavy that extra roof support may be required. With some new materials, however, color is added only on the surface of the tile, which can fade over time. Nonetheless, the more modern ones have color kiln-fired into them, making their color permanent. Tiles can cost more than any other roofing materials.

Interlock metal roofing is also becoming a popular choice because of its low maintenance and easy installation.

3. Average life of residential and commercial roofing A study to determine the lifespan of asphalt roofing shingles in cold climates lasted 30% longer than those in warm climates.

This information suggests that sun-damage and rapid changes in temperature causes asphalt shingles to deteriorate prematurely. Thermal shock is common in places where the daytime temperature can reach 38C during the summer and then drops to minus or lower at night. This causes the asphalt roofing shingles to crack and water enters encouraging the growth of algae which damages the shingles. The lifespan of an asphaltshingled roof ranges from 15 to 20 years, though sometimes a high-quality asphalt roof can last 30 years or much longer. With a more rustic appearance, wood shingles and shakes can last an impressive 30-50 years if maintained correctly. Clay roofing tiles’ expected lifespan is greater than the lifespan of the material on which this kind of roofing rests.

4. When it’s time for a new roof There are signs that you need to look for in a roof to determine whether it’s time to get a new one: • Signs of mold: Mold is often the major cause of damage for wooden roofs in a moist environment.

• Decaying leafs: If there is a tree beside your house which sheds loads of leaves, you must take enough care to remove the leaves from the roof. Further, look out for brown patches in the shingles which are caused by decaying leaves. If the roof has sustained enough damages then you might have to install a new roof or have to replace the damaged shingles.

• Check for particles: Does the rain water around your home

carry particles or fragments of shingles with it?

If yes, then it’s a clear indication that some or all of the shingles are damaged.

5. Factors that contribute to the residential roofing cost The cost of reroofing is obviously directly dependent upon the cost of labor & materials; however, there are several factors that have indirect effect on the cost of labour & material: • The type of roofing material being removed, as some types of roofing material removal tasks are much more labour intensive than others.

• The type of roofing material being installed. For example, asphalt shingles’ removal is much less labor intensive than clay roof tile removal, therefore the labor cost to install them is much less.

• If the pitch or slope of the roof is more than 4:12, then material installation would

be gradual and more labour intensive, therefore labour cost will be increased.

• The height of the roof or barriers to accessing the roof are also determinants of the labour intensity and hence the cost of re-roofing.

• If the roof is more complicated by having more valleys, skylights, chimneys, built in gutters, roof vents, plumbing stalks, and/ or solar panels, then the labor cost will be increased.

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Issue 303 - Rabi ul Awaal 18, 1433 / February 10, 2012

Why won’t McDonald’s hamburgers decompose?

By Nada Adams Brothers and sisters, it is with deep concern and love that I author this article. Of course, as God fearing Muslims, we strive to obey God’s orders and perform the obligations including eating Halal especially Halal meat. How can one fill his empty belly with food that is najas-filthy and say Alhamdulillah after polluting his body and soul with filthy food and using the organs that God gave him, in disobedience to Allah Ta^alla - SubhanAllah?

Having said that, please heed my warning!

Most Muslim parents and teenagers are not aware of many harmful additives that are harming our health and children’s health – permanently!! Some Muslim parents are not as strict at enforcing and ensuring their children are eating Halal for a various reasons – they are over worked, stressed out, peer pressure, convenience and perhaps, they don’t know how to teach their children in a way they will accept. As a result, the future of our Umma is seriously jeopardized by the masses remaining clueless as the new generation is grows under nourished and weak.

My goal is to become your trusted informant, a great source of reliable knowledge of what is healthy and what you must stay away from to avoid eating poisonous substances that will harm you even if you don’t know. I am very passionate to educate my dear brothers and sisters, in understanding what is really healthy and Halal in the mar-

ketplace. By choosing the route of obeying Allah, you can be saved and spared from developing detrimental illnesses that are usually caused from eating Haram.

Take for example; mainstream media “discovers” something they think is new, even though the natural health community has been talking about it for years. The New York Times recently ran a story entitled When Drugs Cause Problems They Are Supposed to Prevent. This topic has been covered for years, reporting how chemotherapy causes cancer, osteoporosis drugs cause bone fractures and antidepressant drugs cause suicidal behavior. I will be discussing all these matters in future columns.

The latest “new” (but not really new) discovery by the mainstream media is that McDonald’s Happy Meal hamburgers and fries will not decompose, even if left out for six months. The natural health industry already covered this topic, years ago. Have you seen Len Foley’s Bionic Burger video? It was posted in 2007 and eventually reached a whopping 2 million views on YouTube.

This video shows a guy who bought a McDonald’s hamburgers in 1989 – imagine a burger that still hasn’t decomposed in over 20 years – yes you read it correctly 20+ years! This person has since established a museum of Big Macs and Hamburgers that have not yet decomposed. Did mainstream media expose this story? Nope. Not a word.

The story was completely ignored and swept under the rug.

So why don’t fast food burgers and fries decompose in the first place? The immediate response is often, “Well they must be made with so many chemicals that even mold won’t eat them.” While that’s part of the answer, it’s not the whole story.

The truth is many processed foods don’t

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between right and wrong. Why would people voluntarily choose to eat something that even rodents and bugs don’t consider food?

Perhaps, you are among those busy people who seek out convenience, or most likely, you are SO addicted to the taste of MSG and all its hidden forms that can make absolutely ANYTHING even dirt taste amazing!

With prolonged consumption of such food additive/chemical, this will cause massive illnesses and mental degeneration. Just take a look around you…how many people do you know are experiencing diabetes, cancer, heart disease, dementia, memory loss, infertility and obesity. Illnesses have skyrocketed! If you believe your food consumption has nothing to do with these health changes, guess again.

Please care enough to become educated in wellness especially since we live here in North America – I envision a future for our Muslim children where we as parents are leading by example for our children. Your children are important and they are needed in the future to lead the Muslim Umma to greatness and victory. With continued consumption of these poisonous chemicals, the bigger goal of some so-called elitist people is to reduce world population at all cost.

How many people do you know are having fertility problems? I am certain with my life you know of many. Why? Because the poisoning has been taking place since 1940’s…Our bodies and especially liver has had to adjust to processing 77K added chemicals…and you wonder why illness is at all-time high?

Until next time, please do yourself a favor and stop eating atrocious non-foods (all readymade packaged foods) that even fungi won’t eat it (and fungi will eat cow manure, just for the record).

About the author: Nada Adams is a 13-years natural health researcher, author and master coach with a strong interest in personal health/wellness, heart and mind connection, living in core values and authenticity and the power of herbs to help us all heal. She is a devout religious teacher and a life, success and wellness coach helping men and women live an islamically authentic life. She has been an Islamic teacher since 1990 and youth teacher for over 12 years. Adams was the ‘Dear Diary’ columnist for 2 years in the GCDA Magazine, a National Canadian Magazine focused on educating Teens.

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decompose and won’t be eaten by molds, insects or even rodents. Try leaving a tub of margarine outside in your yard and see if any critter bothers to eat it. Also, potato chips can last for decades and frozen pizzas are incredibly resistant to decomposition.

Regarding meat, the primary reason why it doesn’t decompose is its high sodium content. Salt is a great preservative, as humans have known for thousands of years. McDonald’s meat patties are absolutely loaded with sodium -- so much so that they qualify as “preserved” meat, not even counting the chemicals you might find in the meat. As for 100% pure beef, buyer beware!! This phrase is actually the name of a company, and not necessarily meat from a cow. The meat they use could be any animal whether it’s an animal Muslims are allowed to eat from or not. This is another reason why we must always adhere to eating only Halal meat. So it’s not too surprising why meat won’t decompose but why don’t the buns grow mold? That’s really scary – healthy bread begins to mold within days. What could possibly be in McDonald’s hamburger buns that would prevent microscopic life from taking over for more than 20 year?

It turns out; unless you’re a chemist you probably can’t even read the ingredients out loud. From McDonald’s own website – here is what they admit their buns to contain: Enriched flour (bleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes), water, high fructose corn syrup, sugar, yeast, soybean oil and/or partially hydrogenated soybean oil (OBVIOUS TRANSFAT), contains 2% or less of the following: salt, calcium sulfate, calcium carbonate, wheat gluten, ammonium sulfate, ammonium chloride, dough conditioners (sodium stearoyl lactylate, datem, ascorbic acid, azodicarbonamide, monoand diglycerides (Hidden TRANSFAT), ethoxylated monoglycerides, monocalcium phosphate, enzymes, guar gum, calcium peroxide, soy flour), calcium propionate and sodium propionate (preservatives), soy lecithin.

Great stuff…definitely not! You gotta especially love the HFCS (diabetes, anyone?), partially-hydrogenated soybean oil (anybody want heart disease?) and the long list of chemicals such as ammonium sulfate and sodium proprionate. Yallatif! Now here’s the truly shocking part about all this: in my estimation, the reason nothing will eat a McDonald’s hamburger bun (except some humans) is because it’s not (actually) food for human consumption! No normal animal will consider a McDonald’s hamburger bun as food and as it turns out, neither will bacteria nor fungi – it’s just not edible. That’s why these bionic burger buns just won’t decompose. From all the creatures on earth, most humans are proud to be blessed with an intellect to decipher

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What Important Factors Older Women Should Take in to Account to Look and Feel Younger Many older women think that getting older is synonymous of feeling older, which is not at all the case. Research on this issue has proven that women in their fifties can actually regain the youthful vigor they had in their twenties, just by choosing to live in the right way.

While physical exercise is an important factor in maintaining a youthful appearance and vigor, it is not the only one. The way older women sleep eat and supplement will make a considerable difference on the way they look. Sleep is one of the most important factors if older women want to look and feel younger.

The body is revitalized by a good, sound sleep, as is the mind, which diffuses any stress accumulated during the day. During

sleep our body secretes melatonin, cortisol and other hormones, which help repair cells and burn fat. Improved sleep hygiene will do wonders for older women who wish to look younger and fitter.

Not all sleeping habits are good ones, for example watching television in bed is not beneficial, for the noise emitted will increase your alertness and make sleep difficult to attain, you must also avoid working on a computer or writing late in the evening for your brain will still be running a few hours later, hence make sleep difficult to come. Once awake in the morning you should get up straight away, for lounging in bed will only get you to bed later in the evening.

Older women should change their sleeping

hour habits, it is best to go to bed earlier and wake up earlier when you are older, the sleep will be more reinvigorating than if you go to bed late and wake up late. If the room temperature is slightly higher than usual before you go to bed, this will lower your body temperature and help you fall asleep quicker and more deeply. A hot bath an hour before your bedtime will also help to lower your body temperature and help sleep come quickly.

The pillow you use is also very important for good quality sleep, you need a firm support for your head, neck and spinal cord; a bad pillow can cause stiffness and restless sleep, and you will end up feeling tired and lacking in energy.

Exercising is also fundamental to keep an

older woman looking and feeling younger.

The aging process goes hand in hand with the reduced exercising and inactivity over a certain period of time. A proper sporting activity can take off up to fifteen or twenty years from an older women. Exercising must be regular but not necessarily too forceful, the important factor is that the muscle tissue is to be kept toned up and flexible.

So with improved sleeping habits, regular exercising and a balanced diet, older women can look and feel years younger than they really are.

Source: Ezilon.com

LIVING IN REGRET By: Shabnam Khan M.P.C.P., R.P.C. Family Counsellor It is surprising to see how much energy and time is wasted feeling guilty or remorse about the past. Some of what we regret can be changed, and some cannot. Some regrets about the career choices we made years ago. Some regret that they haven’t experienced more adventure in their lives, done more traveling, made more friends, career changes, taken more risks, been more charitable and the list goes on.

Every time we think and rethink about something we regret, the emotional impact of our thoughts continues to grow. The more attention we pay to something, the harder it is to stop thinking about it. That is the reason why so many of us struggle with regrets. We get stuck in a cycle, and the regrets become increasingly difficult to dispose of. It is in our interest, however to take a step forward and eliminate all the outstanding regret in our lives. Regret always has it’s orienta-

tion in the past. It’s something you wish were different or something you wish you handled differently. You may well want to make decisions in your life to remedy past mistakes if you can, but remember “ you can’t cry over spilled milk”.

The best way to eliminate regret is to commit to a new mind-set, one of forward motion. As thoughts that contain regret comes up, the trick is to be aware of them and then let these thoughts go. You have to reinforce the change you’ve just made.

Follow up with a positive, life-affirming thought. To reiterate, the change to make regarding regrets is to first understand that regrets come from the past and that you can’t go back in time. Secondly, you must realize that you have the power to rid yourself of regret. You created it and now you must get rid of it. All you need to do is to notice your thoughts of regret and catch them if you can. Drop these thoughts, knowing that they are self-destructive and useless. Remember always reinforce your change emphasizing that from this point forth, you will live in the present and look forward toward the future. “ I promise you won’t regret making this change” For more information regarding the services, please contact The Miracle.

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Issue 303 - Rabi ul Awaal 18, 1433 / February 10, 2012

Alcohol: The Cause of Liver Damage and Cancer

Dr. Syed Toora, Ph.D. It is well established that drinking alcohol causes liver damage, but the consequences have been mostly overlooked.

Commonly, it is understood that a moderate drink is good for health, but it is not necessarily a contributing factor to good health. Recent studies indicate that even one drink a day has no health benefit.

What does the liver do?

The liver is a very vital organ with multiple functions, including regulating, synthesizing, storing, secreting, transforming, and breaking down many different substances.

In cases of severe liver damage, one can feel the signs and symptoms such as swelling in legs and abdomen, jaundice, weight loss, weakness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, impotency and loss of interest in sex, bleeding hemorrhoids, indigestion, abdominal pain, and fever. These symptoms may develop gradually, or there may be no symptoms at all.

How does alcohol damage the liver?

The human body breaks down alcohol by using enzymes such as alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH). First, the alcohol is converted by ADH into acetaldehyde, and then further metabolized to acetate. The acetate is broken down even further into water and carbon dioxide. Some alcohol metabolism also occurs in other organs, including the pancreas, brain, and intestine, causing damage to these organs.

A simple blood test for liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT) can determine the level of liver damage. The liver enzyme GGT is the most accurate test to confirm liver damage due to alcohol.

Most research on alcohol metabolism is focused on acetaldehyde. Although it is a short lived compound existing for a brief time before getting broken down into acetate, it has the potential to cause significant damage to the liver and is a well known carcinogen (cancer causing agent).

Alcohol and Cancer Alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing different types of cancer, including cancers of the liver, upper respiratory tract, colon, rectum, and breast.

Researchers believe that this could be due to the toxic effects of acetaldehyde.

The International Agency for Research on Cancer asserts that acetaldehyde should be classified as a carcinogen.

The metabolism of alcohol through other pathways may lead to the formation of highly reactive oxygen containing molecules that can damage protein and DNA, or interact with other substances to form cancer causing compounds. Alcohol can also be a contributing factor in increasing the risk of arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, high or low-sugar, kidney disease, malnutrition, nervous disorders, and obesity.

Alcohol and Fatty Liver Disease The liver is the main organ for the breakdown of alcohol. More than 90% of heavy-drinkers develop fatty liver (a type of liver disease for which there is no cure, medicine, or treatment) and 20% of them develop more severe alcoholic liver disease (ALD) and Cirrhosis. Liver cells normally use fatty acids as a source of energy and store the excess fatty acids as triglycerides or packages and transports it to other organs. However, when alcohol is present, the liver cells are forced to first utilize the

alcohol, letting the fatty acids accumulate, sometimes in huge amounts. This results in impaired liver functions and development of fatty liver disease (FLD). Researchers have observed that even a single night of heavy drinking can result in accumulation of fat in the liver.

Alcohol, Liver, and Nutrition Since the liver is a major contributor to the process of digestion and nutrient transportation and distribution, a damaged liver cannot efficiently process and deliver the nutrients that are absorbed from the intestine. The readily available alcoholic calories prevent the body from processing natural sources of storable energy such as fats, carbohydrates, and proteins and that is why most alcoholics remain dependent on alcohol as a quick source of caloric energy.

Unfortunately, because the body has no metabolic requirement for alcohol, all of these calories are empty calories and these empty calories either prevent the body from burning fat, or will be turned into fat.

It also induces hypoglycemia and excessive lactic acid buildup, both of which make it difficult if not impossible to exercise. There is no doubt that alcohol is one of the most fattening substances.

Why can some individuals drink more than others?

The breakdown of alcohol varies from person to person, depending on the level of active enzymes necessary for the breakdown of alcohol. This could be linked to genetics, for there are different versions of alcohol dehydrogenase enzymes.

Who is at risk?

Scientists believe that acetaldehyde is the cause of the unpleasant aftertaste of drinking. For individuals who get high with less alcohol consumption are at a higher risk of ALD and cancer. Such individuals may convert alcohol into acetaldehyde, but their system is slower in breaking down acetaldehyde to acetate. The longer the acetaldehyde is staying in the body, the higher would be the risk of liver damage and cancer.

Control and Prevention Scientists beyond doubt have reached to the conclusion that even one drink a day is not beneficial (as was advocated previously).

Since Alcohol is metabolized at a very slow rate (½ ounce per hour), drinking excess alcohol results in circulation of un-oxidized alcohol in the blood, increasing the risk of alcohol damage to other tissues. Rapid consumption of alcohol should be avoided at any cost. Individuals with established liver problems such as Hepatitis B and C are at an even higher risk and should take extra precautions.

Monitoring the liver enzymes (GGT) through blood tests would be of great help in determining the level of liver damage, because GGT is frequently elevated in alcoholic liver damage.

Alcohol and Aspirin: For some reason (not known yet) aspirin appears to block the action of enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase.

What this means is that if a person is taking aspirin before drinking, he or she becomes much more intoxicated with a smaller dose of alcohol than usual. People on aspirin should take precaution while drinking alcohol.

Alcohol and Cayenne pepper: Cayenne pepper and hot red chili dilate the blood vessels and apparently increases the risk of brain exposure to alcohol toxicity.

Alcohol and Tylenol (acetaminophen, paracetamol): It is well known that even by itself Tylenol can cause liver failure. Tylenol and Alcohol combination is a horrible thing to the liver. One has to avoid this combina-

tion as much as possible. And same is the case with narcotic drugs and painkillers.

Ray of Hope: Even in case of damage, liver is able to filter toxins and repair its damage.

The repairing capacity of the liver can be affected due to prolonged exposure to damaging factors such as alcohol, Tylenol and Hepatitis B and C viruses. If not repaired, repeated liver damage can cause scar tissue and Cirrhosis. Cirrhosis may not recover or heal but it is not a progressive disease.

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brought the change of captain and sent a strong warning signal to the rest of the players (if there were any) to perform in order to maintain their own place in the team.

The results of these decisions overwhelmingly have gone in favour of Pakistan. Ever since Misbah-ul-Haq has taken over as the captain of the Pakistan cricket team, they have performed tremendously by winning every series played against different countries in all formats of the game. Misbah is now unbeaten in seven Test series since taking over the captaincy in 2010 with nine wins of the 15 Tests played under his leadership, with one loss and five draws.

Present political scenario of Pakistan depicts some interesting observations in respect of democracy. It appears that the fundamental pillars of Parliament, Executive, Judiciary, Bureaucracy and Military are at war with each other. However, a careful analysis would reveal that despite the many available opportunities to disrupt, none of these powerful institutions have crossed the dangerous red line to derail the progressing process of democracy. Infrastructure of the state is gaining strength.

Military has not overtaken the government, Executive has complied by producing the sitting Prime minister before the court and the Judiciary and Bureaucracy have yet not manoeuvred a disastrous clash. All the fundamental pillars of the state are operating and redefining their boundaries patiently in accordance with the norms of democracy.

Cricket and Explosive Pakistan Sqn. Ldr. (R) Nusrat Hussain nusrathussain@shaw.ca Ever since its creation on 14th August 1947, Pakistan continues to be in the International spot light due to all the right and wrong reasons. Geographically; it borders with India, Iran, Afghanistan and China.

Religiously; the country was created in the name of Islam and is connected with the oil rich Middle East through the bond of Muslim brotherhood. Militarily; after the nuclear explosion in May 1998, it has emerged as the 7th declared nuclear power of the world. Politically; it has oscillated and is evolving in between democracy and dictatorship. Economically; despite the available rich human, energy and agricultural resources it is suffering at the hands of corrupt leadership. Sports; Pakistan has won the titles of World Champions in the games of Field Hockey, Squash, Snooker and Cricket.

Politics, Religion and Cricket are beyond obsession in Pakistan. While the former two divide: cricket unifies the nation.

Success of Pakistani cricket team is celebrated without prejudice throughout the country. Recent whitewash of the English cricket team in UAE has infused joy and happiness in the lives of otherwise hard struggling people of Pakistan. Entire Pakistani nation is celebrating the success.

Decline of cricket in Pakistan was initiated with the attack on Sri Lankan cricketers in March 2009 that suspended international

cricket in the country. In 2010 Indian Premier League (IPL), a money making opportunity for international cricketers, refused entry to Pakistani players depriving them from heavy financial gains. Again, in 2010 Pakistani players were found involved in spot fixing. The captain with two other team mates was sentenced to lengthy jail terms by a court in London on 3rd November 2011.

One can argue that the present series of success of the Pakistani cricket team is due to the three major decisions taken against them from outside Pakistan.

First; the decision of international teams that isolated them from cricket at home grounds-- it invoked some serious thinking for the people involved with the affairs of the game in Pakistan. Second; the decision

by IPL in India that refused entry to Pakistani cricketers- it kept them away from the short form of cricket and provided more to concentrate on Test cricket.

Third; the decision of the court in England that imprisoned the three Pakistani

Pakistan secure series whitewash

Pakistan duly completed their first clean sweep against England in a Test series, an extraordinary achievement for a side with no home to call its own, a side that lives out of a suitcase and does it rather well. Along with the socks and the toothpaste they certainly unpacked quite a shock for the No. 1 ranked side. Twice in a few months, the leading Test side in the world has been found wanting. India were whitewashed in England last summer and now England have suffered a similar humiliation. Test cricket in Asia, described by England’s captain, Andrew Strauss, as “the final frontier,” has proved as unconquerable as ever. The sunny disposition of Saeed Ajmal, the Man of the Series, and the stiff-limbed tenacity of Abdur Rehman tormented England to the end. They shared 43 wickets between them in a three-Test series and England barely played a shot in anger. Even after dismissing Pakistan for 99 in their first innings, they could not summon either the method or confidence to prevail. Only when the game was as good as lost did Matt Prior, who has looked likelier than most throughout the series, play with gusto in making an unbeaten 49. There was plentiful spin for Pakistan’s spinners, not quick turn but leaping turn at times when the ball struck the rough. Fittingly,

the match finished on an lbw referral as Monty Panesar swept at Rehman, only to find that his retro scoop bat had no magical qualities. DRS upheld the umpire’s decision and the all-time record of 43 lbw decisions in a series was equalled. Until then, Rehman had counted Strauss as his sole success as he bowled unchanged for two sessions, 30 overs sent down with unerring accuracy. He is the sort of spin bowler who looks slightly weary from the outset, but never noticeably tires after that. The emphasis has been upon spin, but Umar Gul reminded England that the quicker bowlers carried their own threat. His four wickets set the course of the Test unquestionably towards Pakistan.

Ian Bell averaged more than 100 last summer, less than 10 in this series and when he slapped a long hop wide of point it summed up his state of mind. Reverse swing accounted for Eoin Morgan, whose dance down the pitch was nothing compared to the merry jig from the wicketkeeper Adnan Akmal, after he had caught it. If Pakistan had doubts about taking the new ball, Gul allayed them as Stuart Broad and Graeme Swann risked all-out attack and got out almost immediately.

Without lapses in the field, Pakistan might have won sooner. They had dropped Cook the previous evening, a relatively simple chance to Taufeeq Umar at third slip and Gul’s drop in the shadows of the stand at deep square gave him another reprieve as Pakistan lost the efficiency that has characterised their cricket throughout this series. Rehman made his frustration clear when he caught Jonathan Trott at deep square and flung the ball into the turf with feeling at the errors that had gone before.

Source: Cricinfo

Pakistani Media has surfaced as an independent and powerful institute comparable to any other media outlet of the modern world. The media is largely unbiased and has served in exposing the facts that were earlier unavailable to the public.

Leadership plays an important role in the building of any organization. England was badly thrashed by a well-organized side, superbly led by Misbah-ul-Haq. Imran Khan, former cricketer turned politician is seen as the future ray of hope for Pakistan. His political party Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf (PTI) is gaining momentum and establishing as the largest political force in the country. He is determined to deal with corruption as top priority and proclaims to eradicate it within 90 days.

It might appear too pleasant for the ears, but does carry weight if compared with the punishment to corrupt players that brought capable command to the Pakistani team.

Because of the ever absorbing overall situation of the country, Pakistan will always remain a fragile state for the entire world.

It needs to be handled with care by the outside world in general and by the West in particular. And, the popular perception of eyeing the West as an enemy needs a serious review by the people of Pakistan.

In politics, can Pakistan bring its corrupt leadership to justice or the country will have to wait for the ruling of an outside court. And, can a former cricketer turned politician change the fate of the nation???

AFA-LA-TA-TAFFAKAROON WHY DO YOU NOT THINK

Pakistan : Continued from pg 3 his refusal to ask Switzerland to re-open graft cases against Zardari on the grounds of the head of state’s immunity.

Sheik Usmani, retired justice of the supreme court, said that a conviction would not be inconceivable, even for a person with “the stature of the prime minister”.

A defendant has the right to appeal in a contempt case in Pakistan even before a trial begins, but Gilani’s lawyer expressed concern about the possible civil turmoil that such a prominent case might produce.

Government supporters say the court is trying to remove Zardari because of enmity between Zardari and the chief justice. The

court has also ordered an inquiry into a secret memo scandal that is also threatening Zardari.The memo was allegedly sent to Washington DC by the government last year asking for help in stopping a supposed military coup. The government has denied the allegations, and the case appeared to lose steam last week when the main witness refused to come to Pakistan to testify. It is only the second time that Pakistan’s highest court has pursued contempt proceedings against a sitting prime minister, plunging the weak government deeper into a crisis that could force early elections within months.

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