A tale of two killers
Dear Sir,
The Middle East’s bloody scenario tells us a tale of two killers. Both show striking similarities. Despite their ideological differences, each of them plays its own disgusting role in the region. Both enjoy killing women, children and innocent masses. Both are bad news for minorities. Both are being condemned around the world, individually and publicly. Both are wrapped in conspiracy theories. Both are heavily armed with high-tech Western weapons. Both do not care about Palestinian rights. Although in the opposite camps, they do not seem a big threat to each other. They are rich enough to run their bloody agendas for a long time. Both thrive on the inconsistencies and injustices that have plagued the region.
Indeed, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or IS) group and Israel are the prime reasons for the growing number of refugee camps in the entire region. The world’s failure to address Israel and ISIL has led to the rise of violence in the region. The causes that led to the rise of these killers are familiar. Western powers have their considerable share. Therefore, they need to play their considerable role. In Iraq and Syria, the situation is worsening day-by-day.
Well-known columnist Francis Matthew, in an article titled “The US needs to offer clarity in what it is doing in Iraq”, writes: “The Americans have not helped the regional search for leadership by their own policy muddle as the White House seems to hide its intention to get into another Arab war. What started as a humanitarian mission turned into a willingness to take sides in the Iraqi civil war, which then became a willingness to get involved in military action in Syria. All these different military objectives come from very senior US officials, including the president.”
As far as Israeli intentions are considered, the Zionists will not tolerate a Hamas victory. The Netanyahu regime has a history of broken promises. It may find just another excuse to kill the children of Palestine any time soon.
Undoubtedly, global efforts are needed to fight against these two fanatics. Regional players must also have a key role in these efforts. Just condemnation will not suffice. Boycotting Israel and discouraging and disowning the so-called “caliph” and his cronies will be necessary to end the bloody interlude that has exhausted the region.
Nasir Farooq
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Noise pollution
Dear Sir,
I live in Imperial Suite in Al Saad. For the last 10-12 days, an industrial crane has been working opposite to where I live. The crane makes a loud peeping noise like a siren all through its working time, from 8am to 6pm. Most of the residents in the neighbourhood are disturbed by the incessant sound. I have tried to complain to the management of the hotel which seems to have hired the crane but their response has not been exactly helpful.
I request the authorities concerned to take immediate action and instruct the management to stop the practice of using industrial cranes for cleaning windows and similar jobs.
DA
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