As winter looms, Syrians who have fled their homes have much to worry about. October brought the defeat of ISIS in Raqqa, and the military campaign to retake that city displaced many thousands of people from their homes. Many have fled to camps in other parts of Syria, camps that were already overflowing after years of civil war and fighting in …
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My memory of Mr. Izeth Hussain is brief, for he had retired from the Foreign Service just before I joined in October 1988. Yet, his retirement appeared quite fresh since I recall seeing his name board yet on display at the entrance to the glistening teak paneled room of the Director General, Political Affairs. From senior colleagues I heard of …
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Made immense contribution to Muslim community Former Muslim Affairs Minister Al Haj A.H.M Azwer, one of the most colorful though lately controversial Muslim politician, passed away on Tuesday 29 August 2017. His janaza was buried following day after Asr prayers at Dehiwala Mosque. The mosque was packed to its capacity with mourners. This also included former President Mahinda Rajapaksa who …
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Asiff Hussein, Author and Editorial Director of Sailan Muslim Website was conferred an award by President Maithripala Sirisena for his Contribution to People of Sri Lanka, a government publication produced by the Ministry of National Coexistence and Official Languages. The launching of 'People of Sri Lanka’ took place on the 18th July 2017 at the BMICH under the patronage of …
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Veteran diplomat, academic, author and columnist Mr. N.M.M. Izeth Hussain has passed away today. (JUNE 13, 2017) Born in 1927 and educated at St Joseph’s College, Colombo, and University of Ceylon between 1946 to 1950. Graduated with a BA (English Honours) in 1950. He held the post of Assistant Controller of Immigration and Emigration from 1951 to 1953. He was …
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