Ali Mohamed
Contributor
Analysis
Aug 26, 2016
Gulf Islamists Praise Erdogan Victory, Prophesy Revival of the Ummah
The Turkish government’s defeat of an attempted military coup last month has captivated Islamists across the Middle East, who found relief, and a bit of redemption, in the popular mobilization against the rebellious officers. The government, led by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, had already earned Islamist praise for the support it has offered to popular...
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A Ramadan Talk Show Spurs Religious Debate in Saudi Arabia
As Saudi Arabia embarks on Vision 2030, its comprehensive plan to confront oil dependence and meet the challenges of economic diversification and social change, there are signs that the leadership is opening space for much-needed religious debate. During the recent holy month of Ramadan, when religious talk shows enjoy popular viewership, one program took the...
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