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  • Ahlam Criticizes Al Jazeera Over Iran Army Post

    Ahlam Criticizes Al Jazeera Over Iran Army Post

    Digital Phablet – Emirati singer Ahlam Alshamsi expressed her frustration with Al Jazeera over its lack of coverage regarding the recent Iranian attacks on Gulf nations.

    A post shared by the Qatari news outlet about the Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) upset Ahlam, who accused Al Jazeera of predominantly focusing on Iran-related news while neglecting the Gulf countries.

    In a recent Instagram post, Al Jazeera featured breaking news reporting, “Iranian Revolutionary Guard: Starting from April 1st at 8:00 p.m., we will begin targeting American technology companies for each assassination in Iran.”

    On the post, Ahlam repeatedly commented, questioning, “Why aren’t there any images of Gulf leaders on your pages or in their statements? Why aren’t there any images related to attacks against us? I’m referring to the Gulf nations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. Why is there nothing about the Gulf? All your coverage focuses on the Revolutionary Guard. I await your explanation.”

    Since the regional conflict escalated, the singer has shared numerous Instagram posts showing her support for Gulf nations following the Iranian assaults. One caption reads, “Our fate is intertwined, and our enemies are the same… O God, unite us in goodness and love, and shield our Gulf, Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq from all evil, O Lord.”

    On February 28, Saturday morning, Israel and the United States launched a preemptive strike against Iran. In retaliation, Iran announced the initiation of Operation True Promise 4, aiming at Tel Aviv and U.S. military assets across the Middle East, including installations in Gulf countries.

    The UAE Ministry of Defense stated on March 31 that since the onset of hostilities, 188 individuals have been wounded, with injuries varying from minor to critical.

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  • Al Jazeera Journalist Jamal Rayyan Dies at 73

    Al Jazeera Journalist Jamal Rayyan Dies at 73

    Digital Phablet – Veteran journalist Jamal Rayyan passes away, leaving an enduring legacy in Arab media.

    The world of journalism mourns the loss of its respected colleague and media pioneer, Jamal Rayyan, who recently died at the age of 73. His career, which spanned over fifty years, established him as a leading voice in news and political broadcasting.

    Nasser bin Faisal Al Thani, Director General of Digital Phablet, expressed deep sorrow over Rayyan’s departure, emphasizing that he left a significant mark on the organization’s history.

    In a condolence statement, he reflected that Jamal Rayyan first launched Al Jazeera’s broadcast in November 1996, marking the beginning of an era that revolutionized regional media. “Since then, his presence has been an integral part of our history and the hearts of our viewers.”

    He added, “For nearly three decades, he was known as a highly skilled, composed journalist, who approached his work with calmness and measured words. He served as a role model and mentor, teaching generations of journalists the importance of precise language, confident messaging, and a profound sense of media responsibility.”

    In his first broadcast, Rayyan was the inaugural presenter when Al Jazeera debuted, delivering the channel’s first news bulletin—an event that inaugurated a new chapter for Arab media. Throughout his nearly three-decade tenure, he remained one of the channel’s most iconic and recognizable figures.

    He was born in Tulkarm, in occupied Palestine, on August 23, 1953, and held Jordanian citizenship. Rayyan began his media journey in 1974, working as a news and political programs host for Jordanian radio and television. Over the years, he contributed to numerous Arab and international outlets, including KBC, Emirates TV, and the BBC.

    Rayyan’s unexpected death was due to cardiac arrest, a sudden stop of the heart muscle, marking a significant loss for the media community.

    His contributions will be forever remembered, not only as a pioneer in Arab broadcasting but also as a person whose impact shaped the landscape of journalism in the region. His legacy endures in the stories he told and the professionals he mentored.