‘Justice for Halima’ – Zionist Kills South African Woman, Halima Hoosen-Preston, for Palestine Support
New Age Islam News Bureau
06 Jun 2024
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‘Justice for Halima’ – Zionist Kills South
African Woman, Halima Hoosen-Preston, for Palestine Support
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Arshiya, A Young and Talented Dancer from
Jammu, Captivates Judges at 'America's Got Talent'
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Chairperson of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al Mayassa
Recognised as Most Prominent Arab Woman for 2023
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Iran's Women Entrepreneurs Offer Visionary
Ideas AtBRICS Forum
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‘Justice
for Halima’ – Zionist Kills South African Woman, Halima Hoosen-Preston,for
Palestine Support
June 5,
2024
Grayson
Beare, 44, has been charged with murder. (Photo: video grab
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Halima
Hoosen-Preston was fatally stabbed in her home in the early hours of Sunday
morning, while her husband and 14-year-old son were critically injured in the
brutal attack.
The
suspect, Grayson Beare, 44, who has been charged with murder and two counts of
attempted murder reportedly said he stabbed them “because they supported
Palestine,” according to a police spokesperson cited by local media.
“Police
responded to reports of a stabbing and, upon arrival at the crime scene, a man
was found in possession of a blood-stained knife. A woman was lying on the
floor bleeding, so were two men who also had stab wounds. The woman was
declared dead at the scene and the two injured victims were rushed to a nearby
hospital,” Robert Netshiunda is quoted as saying.
Beare
was reportedly arrested at the crime scene “in possession of a blood-stained
knife.”
‘You
Were a Zionist?’
In a
video shared on social media, Beare claimed that “she and her family thought it
was entertaining that my cousins were killed in Israel.”
Someone
off camera then asked him if he was a Jew to which he replied, “Not by
identity, but I have family there. I have rejected the religion completely.”
Asked if
he is a Zionist, he replied: “No not anymore.” “You were a Zionist?” the person
pressed, to which he nodded in agreement.
According
to reports, Beare is the son of the chairperson of both Beare Holdings and the
South African Holocaust and Genocide Foundation Julian Beare. The family has
distanced themselves from Beare rejecting “any association with what he said
and what he has done.”
‘Fanning
Flames of Hatred’
In a
statement, the movement South African Jews for a Free Palestine (SAJFP)
condemned “with our utmost horror” the fatal attack on Hoosen-Preston and her family,
saying “Many insist on fanning the flames of hatred amongst us.”
“They
may claim that the alleged perpetrator is none of their responsibility. They
cry instead that anti-Zionism is antisemitism — a crime in South Africa — but
do not have substantive cases to back their claims, often against those who see
Zionism as an explicit articulation of racism.
Protestors
wearing the kuffiyeh and waving Palestinian flags gathered outside the court on
Tuesday where Beare appeared demanding “Justice for Halima.”
The
Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) in South Africa condemned the “brutal
murder” of “a pro-Palestinian Muslim
woman” saying it is outraged by “these senseless attacks…at the hands of
Israeli supporters.”
Nationals Serving in Israeli Army
The
movement drew attention to South Africans serving in the Israeli military
saying it has been supported by local Zionist institutions.
“Yet,
this openly violates South African laws such as the Regulation of Foreign
Military Assistance Act, 1998 and the implementation of the Rome Statute of the
International Criminal Court Act, 2002.”
The PSC
said it is a “toxic mix of Zionist Jewish victimhood together with local and
international impunity… that creates a fertile environment for violate attacks
by Zionist against Palestine solidarity activists and supporters such as murder
victim, Halima Hoosen-Preston and her family.”
South
Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, NalediPandor, has
warned that nationals who served in the Israeli army will be prosecuted upon
re-entering the country.
The
local Embassy of the State of Palestine also extended its condolences to the
family of the victims who were attacked in Durban “because they supported
Palestine.”
“Our
hearts go out to their young daughter who witnessed this horrific act. Our
thoughts and prayers are with the husband and son, fighting for their lives in
hospital,” the embassy said. “The Hoosen-Preston family’s support for the
Palestinian cause will forever be remembered and honoured.”
The case
was postponed to June 11, with Beare having to undergo a mental assessment.
Although
the South African government has led a case of genocide against Israel at the
International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, this is not the first time
that a pro-Palestine supporter has been attacked in the country.
In
April, footage circulated on social media showing two men with an Israeli flag
attacking two women activists in Cape Town.
Last
November, Palestine supporters clashed with police after a pro-Israel event was
set to be held at the Sea Point promenade, a public space popular with
picnicking families.
The ‘SA
Stands With Israel’ event was called off before it could start after tensions
arose between its organizers and hundreds of Palestinian supporters who also gathered
at the promenade.
Ongoing Genocide
Currently
on trial before the International Court of Justice for genocide against
Palestinians, Israel has been waging a devastating war on Gaza since October 7.
According
to Gaza’s Ministry of Health, 36,586 Palestinians have been killed, and 83,074
wounded in Israel’s ongoing genocide. Moreover, at least 11,000 people are
unaccounted for, presumed dead under the rubble of their homes throughout the
Strip.
Palestinian
and international organizations say that the majority of those killed and
wounded are women and children.
The
Israeli war has resulted in an acute famine, mostly in northern Gaza, resulting
in the death of many Palestinians, mostly children.
The
Israeli aggression has also resulted in the forceful displacement of nearly two
million people from all over the Gaza Strip, with the vast majority of the
displaced forced into the densely crowded southern city of Rafah near the
border with Egypt – in what has become Palestine’s largest mass exodus since the
1948 Nakba.
Israel
says that 1,200 soldiers and civilians were killed during the Al-Aqsa Flood
Operation on October 7. Israeli media published reports suggesting that many
Israelis were killed on that day by ‘friendly fire’.
Source: palestinechronicle.com
https://www.palestinechronicle.com/justice-for-halima-zionist-kills-south-african-woman-for-palestine-support/
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Arshiya,
A Young and Talented Dancer from Jammu,Captivates Judges at 'America's Got
Talent'
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May 31,
2024
Srinagar,
May 31: Arshiya, a young and talented dancer from Jammu, has made waves on the
global stage by delivering a spine-chilling performance on “America’s Got
Talent”.
The
13-year-old sensation stunned the judges and the audience alike with her unique
horror-themed dance, receiving a standing ovation from the judges.
Speaking
boldly with the judges, she introduced herself by saying, “I am from Jammu and
Kashmir, India. I am a dancer, but I don’t want to be like others. I want to be
different. So, I tried incorporating gymnastics and adding some flexibility
moves into my dance to stand out.”
Arshiya’s
performance began with an eerie silence, setting a tense atmosphere that
captivated everyone in the auditorium. As she appeared on the stage with her
horror makeup, she moved with an intensity and precision that left the judges
and audience visibly startled. Her routine, a blend of contemporary dance and
horror elements, showcased her exceptional skills and creativity.
The
judges, including Simon Cowell and Heidi Klum, were left in awe. Klum praised
Arshiya’s originality and execution, saying, “When you said you were going to
leave and come back with a change, I thought you would return in a pretty
dress, but what I saw was something else entirely.”
Another
judge, Simon, added, “I thought you were going to come back and do something
like Disney or something sweet, but you left us blank, which was unexpected and
brilliant at the same time.”
Meanwhile,
the judges continued to express their admiration, saying that she was amazing,
her makeup and the act were fantastic. She received good comments from all the
judges and was selected for the next round, reported news agency KNO.
Her
father Anil Sharma said it was a proud moment for him as a father. “My daughter
has participated at the state and national levels, and it was her first
international appearance,” he said, adding that Arshiya went for America in
March. The episode of her was aired on May 28.
Source: greaterkashmir.com
https://www.greaterkashmir.com/jammu/13-year-old-jammu-girl-captivates-judges-at-americas-got-talent/#google_vignette
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Chairperson
of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al MayassaRecognised as Most Prominent Arab Woman for
2023
05 Jun
2024
Beirut:
Chairperson of Qatar Museums HE SheikhaAlMayassa bint Hamad Al Thani has been
named the most prominent Arab woman and awarded the Arab leader's medal for
2023 by the Arab Development Council for Women and Business. This recognition
honours her diplomatic and humanitarian efforts and her social work across
various developmental fields.
The
award was received by the State of Qatar's Ambassador to Lebanon HE Sheikh Saud
bin Abdulrahman Al Thani during a reception at the embassy in Beirut. He
welcomed President of the Arab Development Council for Women and Business Dr.
ImanGhossein, and her accompanying delegation.
In a
post on his official X platform account, HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al
Thani said that he was pleased to receive the award on behalf of HE
SheikhaAlMayassa from President Ghossein. He added that the honour reflects the
contributions of Qatar's women leaders in the fields of development and
creativity.
For her
part, Dr. Ghossein expressed her deepest appreciation and gratitude to HE
SheikhaAlMayassa, who she said is considered a unique model for Arab women,
contributing to the advancement of women in the Arab world and globally,
leaving an indelible mark on history.
Dr.
Ghossein remarked that HE SheikhaAlMayassa is an exemplary Arab woman with
pioneering influence in the fields of culture and education, noting that she
has taken a leading role in supporting various local and international
organisations. Ghossein highlighted Sheikha Al Mayassa's relentless efforts and
initiatives to preserve culture and heritage in Qatar and reinforce the
historical legacy of Arabs.
Ghossein
explained that the region's circumstances, particularly the war on Gaza, caused
a delay in the celebration, which was initially planned for late 2023. She
added that, out of respect for the martyrs of Gaza, including men, women, and
children, the celebration was cancelled, and the award was instead handed over
at the Qatari embassy in Beirut.
Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/05/06/2024/sheikha-al-mayassa-recognised-as-most-prominent-arab-woman-for-2023
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Iran's
women entrepreneurs offer visionary ideas at BRICS forum
Jun 5,
2024
Moscow
hosted the forum on Monday and Tuesday, with women entrepreneurs from Iran,
Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates,
and Saudi Arabia attending, IRNA's correspondent reported on Wednesday.
Organizers
said that around 300 representatives from 30 countries attended the event and
discussed topics such as digital technologies, industry, food security,
agriculture, creative industries, economy, and sustainable development.
The
forum was the latest event during Russia's presidency of BRICS. Sergei Ryabkov,
Russia's deputy foreign minister made a speech at the opening ceremony,
followed by other officials from member states, including Iran's ambassador to
Russia, KazemJalali.
Addressing
the event, Ashraf Sadat Miri, advisor to Iran's finance minister on women's
affairs, expressed hope that the forum would draw more attention to the need
for increased mutual cooperation among BRICS members and the exchange of
experiences.
She also
noted that Iran is one of the most attractive destinations for foreign
investment among regional and Asian countries.
Mino
Kiani-Rad, a professor at University of Tehran and former deputy governor of
Iran's Central Bank, also addressed the event.
She said
that the proposed BRICS payment system, known as BRICS Pay, could be an
alternative to the SWIFT system, which is currently the dominant system in
international payments.
She
noted that the BRICS payment system is still in its early stages, but it is
expected to become operational by 2025.
The
Islamic Republic of Iran - along with Egypt, Ethiopia, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia--
officially joined BRICS this year.
Source: en.irna.ir
https://en.irna.ir/news/85499980/Iran-s-women-entrepreneurs-offer-visionary-ideas-at-BRICS-forum
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