This cannot continue
With the most recent attack by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (Isil), I want to know what they want exactly (‘Wave of attacks in Iraq kill at least 43,’ Gulf News, August 26). These terrorist organisations attack countries in the name of ‘jihad’ and now they are attacking Muslims in Muslim countries — burning and bombarding mosques. If we continue this way, it will lead to further destruction of the Earth. The people who want to fight will be your partner in fighting, but when there is no one to fight, they will fight with you. Let’s move forward. We need to live in harmony.
From Mr John
Dubai
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Defeating common enemies
I worry about rising terrorist organisations, like Isil (‘Isil brings Saudi Arabia and Iran closer,’ Gulf News, August 26). Just last week, Iran reacted to an Israeli drone near a nuclear plant. I fear that this was a test drone that was sent on purpose by Israel to test their artillery power. These countries with common enemies may need more than just alliances.
From Mr Nasser Khan
UAE
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Divided on solutions
There is more divide than unity in the Arab world, especially when it comes to critical issues such as the stance on Syria and the role of Hamas in Palestine.
It is apparent that some member countries have better relations with nations outside the Arab world. Hence, the policy decisions of those countries are being formulated with the help of external forces. I don’t think we can expect consensus.
From Mr Girish R. Edathitta
Dubai
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Time to stop
Isil should be condemned for their actions with all the monkey business they have been up to (‘UN rights chief accuses Isil of crimes against humanity,’ Gulf News, August 26). According to reports, these extremist fighters have been committing horrendous crimes, such as raping captured women and murdering innocent people. All the while, they have also been holding onto money from selling crude oil on the black market.
From Mr Roland Chua
UAE
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Belief
I think that religion is good but this report makes me wonder whether people are good (‘Israelis wish death on Holocaust survivors,’ Gulf News, August 27). It’s better to respect each others’ beliefs so that we can build a good future. We are all made by the same Creator. Religion cannot be used to further someone’s cause or to help their own agenda.
From Ms Vernalyn E. Lico
UAE
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Escalating crisis
After former Libyan prime minister Muammar Gaddafi was ousted from power, I lost track of the situation (‘Libya slipping into civil war’, Gulf News, August 26). It is horrific to see that the situation is getting much worse than when he was alive.
From Mr Razi Nurullayev
Baku, Azerbaijan
A capable city
On hearing news about the possibility of Dubai placing an Olympic bid, I wasn’t surprised (‘Dubai’s Olympic bid ‘in realms of the doable’, Gulf News, August 26). Dubai is a very obvious candidate and has great potential to be an excellent host to the world’s largest sporting extravaganza. I feel the success of Dubai’s bid to host the Expo 2020 should be carried forward to other events as well. The multinational and multicultural city is a place that does wonders, keeping the world astonished. Dubai is such a global centre where the world can come together to celebrate, play and achieve. If Dubai is placing a bid to host the Olympics, I would be more than glad to proudly say that the UAE would indeed be an awesome host!
From Ms Maria Vincent
Dubai
Don’t laugh, offer respect
I don’t think the Kuwait police mistaking a black abaya for an Isil flag is a laughing matter — they were just doing their job (‘Black abaya mistaken for flag embarrasses Kuwait police patrol,’ Gulf News, August 25). Anyone who was making fun of them for it should stop. We love and respect the authorities in our societies. Let us remember that it is because of them that we feel safe and secure.
From Mr Siddi Amir Khan
UAE
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Share a smile
It is good to be grateful for their work but in this case, I think that even the police thought this was funny. No one was hurt, and they were doing their job and protecting the citizens. If the police can smile about it, why shouldn’t we?
From Ms Michelle Kennedy
UAE
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Quick entrepreneurs
I understand that crickets and other insects are supposed to be very high in nutritional value, but the very thought of them on my plate puts me right off my dinner (‘Edible insects a boon to Thailand’s farmers,’ Gulf News, August 26). However, it is a relief to know that these poor farmers and their families in Thailand are no longer suffering and that they were able to find a growing industry.
From Ms Fatima Suhail
UAE
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The future?
We need to start changing our attitude towards this alternative. I think that very soon, with the way the world is going, we will all have to start expecting the worst, which means potentially eating bugs in the future.
From Mr George Francis
Dubai
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Treatment costs
This new technology to improve affected eyesight sounds great, but I wonder how much this will cost people (‘Technology may soon end eyeglasses era,’ Gulf News, August 26). I think we cannot expect it to be cheaper than current laser surgery methods. I hope this technology is offered cheap, but I doubt it, since we are in the early days.
From Mr A. Dungo
Abu Dhabi
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Laser works well
I finally finished with my laser eye surgery two months ago. I used to wear glasses with very strong power, and now have 6/6 perfect vision. Thanks to God and technology, I no longer need glasses. It cost me around Rs32,000 (Dh1,945) after the operation and medication expenses.
From Mr Brian George
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Always asking
In my experience, Deira and Bur Dubai have the most people standing out on the side of the road, offering such mobile phones (‘60,000 fake mobile phones seized in Dubai,’ Gulf News, August 26). They are always asking anyone if they will see their products and if they would like to purchase a smartphone.
From Mr Singh Kultar
UAE
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Standing up to bullies
I was bullied throughout my school life and, ironically, the teachers never considered my parents’ and my complaints seriously (‘Survey finds 40% of children in Dubai private school have been bullied,’ Gulf News, August 26). So, the culprits always get away with it. I believe bullying is normal in school life and I think it is part of a child’s learning process. I think it teaches children how to stand up for themselves, but usually, things get way out of hand. When this happens, that’s when the teachers and staff should intervene and take serious action.
From A Reader
Dubai
Full name withheld by request
New school year
Our vacations are finally coming to a close. Now it is time for students to be prepared. We need to switch our brains over to be ready for lessons, homework, projects and much more. I’m going into grade four and I think it will be great. I’m looking forward to meeting the teachers and having fun with friends again. We should be striving to take healthier lunch snacks and focus on bickering less. Let us prepare ourselves to wake up early and study well! I am very excited and I hope other children are, too.
From Ms Neethi Sai Thiyagarajan
Dubai
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