Dr. Saud Ash Shuraim will not lead “Taraweeh” at Masjid Al Haram from this Ramadhan; here’s why
Jeddah (Saudi Arabia): Dr. Saud Ash Shuraim, one of the most sought Imam of the Masjid Al Haram, the holiest site of Islam, will not lead the Taraweeh prayers at Masjid Al Haram this Ramadhan.
According to the reports, Saud Ash Shuraim who retired as the Imam of the Masjid Al Haram, earlier this year has stepped away from leading the Taraweeh prayers this Ramadhan.
The update was shared by the Twitter handle “The Holy Mosque’s” which share regular updates from Masjid Al Haram.
Shuraim used to lead the Taraweeh prayers during Ramadan in Mecca since 1991. In December 2022, he resigned from his position as the Imam of Masjid Al Haram.
He is known for his recitation of the Holy Quran as the pilgrim would vouch to pray behind him while cherishing the beautiful recitation of the Quran at the Holiest Muslim site in the world.
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Netanyahu defends expanded Gaza offfensive; Israeli strike kills five Al Jazeera journalists
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Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday defended a fresh military offensive in the Gaza Strip, calling it “more sweeping than previously announced” and asserting that Israel “has no choice but to finish the job and complete the defeat of Hamas.”
Speaking amid mounting condemnation at home and abroad over the 22-month conflict, Netanyahu said the security cabinet had directed the dismantling of Hamas strongholds not only in Gaza City but also in the “central camps” and Muwasi. These areas, according to UN estimates, shelter more than half a million displaced people and had not been mentioned in Israel’s earlier announcement on Friday.
A source familiar with the operation, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed Israel’s plans to extend military action to both areas. Netanyahu maintained that “safe zones” would be established, though such areas have been bombed in previous strikes.
The announcement came as heavy bombardment was reported in Gaza City late Sunday. Shortly before midnight, Al Jazeera confirmed the killing of its correspondent Anas al-Sharif in a targeted Israeli strike. The attack hit a tent for Al Jazeera journalists outside the main gate of al-Shifa Hospital, an area known for hosting medical personnel.
Shifa Hospital’s administrative director, Rami Mohanna, said the strike killed five Al Jazeera journalists, including Sharif, whom Israel accused of leading a Hamas cell responsible for orchestrating rocket attacks. Sharif was killed moments after posting a video showing intense bombardment in Gaza City.
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