Message for Yemen, Syria
THE fall of Gaddafi’s regime after a long battle with the fighters of the ruling transitional council that is supported by NATO will definitely affect the springs in Yemen and Syria.
The death of Gaddafi will recharge the movement in both countries and strengthen the resolve of protesters to oust the tyrannical regimes.The two remaining tyrants must understand the message, especially since the fate of the ex-general in Libya was too humiliating and drastic for someone who considered himself a revolutionary leader.
The two rulers must give up like Zine Al-Abidine bin Ali of Tunisia or resign like Hosni Mubarak of Egypt, because the revolutionists will continue pushing for their ouster.
The fall of the Libyan regime was the outcome of the people’s revenge, since he killed over 300,000 citizens just to remain in power for 40 years, during which he practiced tyranny and dictatorship.
There are many options for the ex-rulers and there are good lessons for those who are still in power. Apparently, the remaining tyrants will not leave without bloodshed and massive losses.
It is easier to resign or move away with a little dignity, because this step requires only a pen and a piece of paper.
Email: labeed.abdal@gmail.com
By: Labeed Abdal
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/175334/reftab/36/t/Death-of-Gaddafi-to-recharge-Spring/Default.aspx
Monday 24 October 2011
Monday 17 October 2011
Does Egypt need one more spring?
Brotherhood voice growing
THE recent changes in the position of the Egyptian Supreme Council of the Armed Forces, which did not fire at the demonstrators when the spring started on Jan 25, 2011; but resorted to shooting at Christian protesters lately, clearly indicate that the council is the new political rival.
The new scenario includes two extra players — the young Egyptians, who were behind the spring, and the Islamic Brotherhood, which was passive then but it is now active, particularly in looking back to power.
The Brotherhood has started warning the Army rulers not to interfere in the drafting of the new constitution.The step was taken at a time the election, which will take place before the end of this year, is fast approaching, and the large religious group mentioned above will most likely dominate the polls. The group will definitely have a huge influence on the committee tasked to draft the new constitution, which will shape the future of the country.The steps taken by the Army and the Islamic group entail going back to zero.
Most of the deposed regimes like those in Tunisia, Egypt and Libya had previously won the support of certain parties in an attempt to prevent the Islamic extreme groups from gaining control.
However, it looks like the young, nationalistic, multi-faith defenders and moderate Egyptians, who dream of a bright future, freedom and democracy, need to get out of the emerging ‘typhoon’.
They need to revive efforts to move towards another spring.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
By: Labeed Abdal
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/175076/reftab/36/t/Does-Egypt-need-one-more-spring/Default.aspx
THE recent changes in the position of the Egyptian Supreme Council of the Armed Forces, which did not fire at the demonstrators when the spring started on Jan 25, 2011; but resorted to shooting at Christian protesters lately, clearly indicate that the council is the new political rival.
The new scenario includes two extra players — the young Egyptians, who were behind the spring, and the Islamic Brotherhood, which was passive then but it is now active, particularly in looking back to power.
The Brotherhood has started warning the Army rulers not to interfere in the drafting of the new constitution.The step was taken at a time the election, which will take place before the end of this year, is fast approaching, and the large religious group mentioned above will most likely dominate the polls. The group will definitely have a huge influence on the committee tasked to draft the new constitution, which will shape the future of the country.The steps taken by the Army and the Islamic group entail going back to zero.
Most of the deposed regimes like those in Tunisia, Egypt and Libya had previously won the support of certain parties in an attempt to prevent the Islamic extreme groups from gaining control.
However, it looks like the young, nationalistic, multi-faith defenders and moderate Egyptians, who dream of a bright future, freedom and democracy, need to get out of the emerging ‘typhoon’.
They need to revive efforts to move towards another spring.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
By: Labeed Abdal
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/175076/reftab/36/t/Does-Egypt-need-one-more-spring/Default.aspx
Monday 10 October 2011
Need to examine trust levels of Palestine, Israel leaders
Two parties need to come together, talk
IN SPITE of the suggestions, strategies and time tables set for the Palestinians and Israelis, one can see that the two parties have never intentionally or unemotionally tried to come together, talk, listen or act to make things happen.
All decisions concerning the future should be thoroughly tested to examine the trust levels and honesty of leaders of both sides, especially when planning so that the future generations of both sides can live without war, bloodshed and sorrow.
These ingredients are necessary when thinking of a real transformation in relations between people living together or near each other in peace and without battles.
Any engagement or supervision from any other country or body like USA or Europe in the peace process must come after the previous step.
At the United Nations, many member states supported the new state, but everyone is waiting for the decision of the Security Council.
President Obama earlier mentioned that he will broker peace in the region, but it is possible only when both parties involved in the dispute agree in advance to truly engage in the peace process.
If Israel, as an existing country, wants to make peace with its neighbors, it should take a more independent role in decision-making in this important issue without any intervention or involvement of others.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
By: Labeed Abdal Attorney-at-Law
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/174784/reftab/36/t/Need-to-examine-trust-levels-of-Palestine-Israel-leaders/Default.aspx
IN SPITE of the suggestions, strategies and time tables set for the Palestinians and Israelis, one can see that the two parties have never intentionally or unemotionally tried to come together, talk, listen or act to make things happen.
All decisions concerning the future should be thoroughly tested to examine the trust levels and honesty of leaders of both sides, especially when planning so that the future generations of both sides can live without war, bloodshed and sorrow.
These ingredients are necessary when thinking of a real transformation in relations between people living together or near each other in peace and without battles.
Any engagement or supervision from any other country or body like USA or Europe in the peace process must come after the previous step.
At the United Nations, many member states supported the new state, but everyone is waiting for the decision of the Security Council.
President Obama earlier mentioned that he will broker peace in the region, but it is possible only when both parties involved in the dispute agree in advance to truly engage in the peace process.
If Israel, as an existing country, wants to make peace with its neighbors, it should take a more independent role in decision-making in this important issue without any intervention or involvement of others.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
By: Labeed Abdal Attorney-at-Law
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/174784/reftab/36/t/Need-to-examine-trust-levels-of-Palestine-Israel-leaders/Default.aspx
Sunday 2 October 2011
Statehood request for Palestinians in the UN
Right to existence vital
MANY member states of the UN suggested that negotiations between the Palestinians and Israelis be restarted after the Palestinians submitted a statehood request to the General Assembly. This was like coming back to square one. The Palestine-Israel saga has been going on for over six decades in front of the eyes of the international community without any real solution or remedy.
In order to find a solution, the parties involved must go back to the 1967 borders, swap lands to gain the lost territories and then start fixing security, refugees and settlement matters as the next step. All the previous delays in sorting out this issue were due to loss of momentum, doubts about achieving real peace, absence of support from the international powers and the correlation of the situation with interests beyond time and place.
In fact, there can be security and everlasting peace in the region only when the Palestinians, the Israelis and the world community accept the right to existence of both Palestine and Israel and both these countries recognize each other in a genuine way.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
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By: Labeed Abdal
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/174428/reftab/73/t/Statehood-request-for-Palestinians-in-the-UN/Default.aspx
MANY member states of the UN suggested that negotiations between the Palestinians and Israelis be restarted after the Palestinians submitted a statehood request to the General Assembly. This was like coming back to square one. The Palestine-Israel saga has been going on for over six decades in front of the eyes of the international community without any real solution or remedy.
In order to find a solution, the parties involved must go back to the 1967 borders, swap lands to gain the lost territories and then start fixing security, refugees and settlement matters as the next step. All the previous delays in sorting out this issue were due to loss of momentum, doubts about achieving real peace, absence of support from the international powers and the correlation of the situation with interests beyond time and place.
In fact, there can be security and everlasting peace in the region only when the Palestinians, the Israelis and the world community accept the right to existence of both Palestine and Israel and both these countries recognize each other in a genuine way.
Email: Labeed.abdal@gmail.com
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By: Labeed Abdal
http://www.arabtimesonline.com/NewsDetails/tabid/96/smid/414/ArticleID/174428/reftab/73/t/Statehood-request-for-Palestinians-in-the-UN/Default.aspx
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