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Al-Ahram Weekly
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Isis Children String Orchestra calls on young amateur players to join ensemble - Music - Arts & Culture
Isis Children String Orchestra for Amateurs announced that it was seeking out new young musical talents to join the ensemble in the upcoming season. The Isis Children's String Orchestra is seeking children aged 6 to 16 years old, specifically violin and cello players. Interested young musicians are required to provide their name, age, and details about previous musical experiences, as well as a video of themselves performing a piece of music supplied by the Isis String Orchestra via its Facebook page. The deadline for receiving videos is Friday, 29 August 2025 or when enough musicians have applied. Please check the Isis String Orchestra's Facebook page for more details. The programme will focus on training in various playing techniques, reading sheet music, and learning the style of ensemble performance in a classical Western orchestra setting. The accepted players will then participate in the orchestra's new season, which includes extensive rehearsals every Friday at Cultograph (Dokki, Cairo), followed by a concert in December 2025. Isis String Orchestra Isis String Orchestra was formed in 2020 by violinist and educator Khaled Saleh, following his prior project Osiris String Orchestra (2016-2018). Members of the orchestra, the only ensemble for amateurs in Egypt, come from different backgrounds and cities. For several seasons, the Isis String Orchestra has included musicians of all ages performing together. However, in 2024, Saleh decided to create an ensemble for young talents, aged 6 to 16, by establishing the Isis Children's String Orchestra parallel to the Isis String Orchestra. In a recent interview, Saleh explained that "When placed among the older musicians, children were not getting sufficient attention suitable to their age. Children require a different approach to the fundamentals of music – only then can they progress at a healthy pace." The young orchestra has already made its stage debut, performing in half of a concert that featured a varied programme – from simple pieces for younger musicians to more challenging works suited to more experienced players. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Yemen Online
3 days ago
- Politics
- Yemen Online
YNR : Intercepted Massive Iranian Weapons Shipment Bound for Houthis from IRGC
Red Sea — Yemen's National Resistance Forces announced the successful interception of a large Iranian weapons shipment destined for the Houthi militia, marking one of the most significant seizures in the country's recent history. According to Brigadier General Tareq Mohammed Abdullah Saleh, commander of the National Resistance and member of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, the operation was carried out in the Red Sea following precise intelligence tracking. The seized cargo, totaling over 750 tons, included advanced missile systems, combat drones, radar and surveillance equipment, and communication devices. Details of the Seized Shipment - Cruise, anti-ship, and anti-aircraft missiles - Iranian Ghaem-118 air defense systems - Noor-Qadir naval cruise missiles, rebranded by Houthis as 'Mandeb-1' - Drone engines and signal interception devices - High-precision sniper rifles and recoilless rifles - Manuals written in Farsi, confirming Iranian origin Many of the weapons matched models previously showcased by the Houthis as 'locally manufactured,' debunking years of propaganda about a domestic arms industry. Strategic Implications General Saleh emphasized that the seizure dealt a major blow to Iran's Revolutionary Guard operations in Yemen, stating: 'This operation reaffirms our commitment to countering Iranian expansion and protecting Yemen's sovereignty. Long live the Republic of Yemen.' The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) praised the operation, calling it the largest interdiction of Iranian conventional weapons in Yemen's history. CENTCOM Commander Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla noted: 'Iran remains the most destabilizing actor in the region. Halting its support to the Houthis is vital for regional security and freedom of navigation.' The seizure aligns with UN Security Council resolutions prohibiting arms transfers to the Houthis. It also underscores growing international concern over Iran's role in fueling conflict across the region.
Arab Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Massive Arms Haul Exposes Iran's Direct Role in Yemen Conflict
SANA, July 17: Tariq Saleh, a member of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council and commander of the West Coast forces, announced the interception of a major weapons shipment following monitoring and surveillance conducted by the intelligence division of the National Resistance. According to Saleh, the seized cache included naval and air missile systems, an air defense system, advanced radars, drones, surveillance equipment, anti-tank missiles, B-10 artillery, tracking lenses, sniper rifles, ammunition, and various military hardware. Saleh reaffirmed his commitment to countering the activities of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in the region. Meanwhile, U.S. Central Command confirmed that Yemeni forces had confiscated over 750 tons of munitions and military equipment, which included hundreds of sophisticated anti-ship missiles, drones, warheads, radar systems, communications gear, and search devices. Commenting on the development, Yemeni Information Minister Muammar al-Eryani described the seizure as the largest Iranian weapons shipment intercepted to date, destined for the Houthi militia. He added that the presence of Persian-language operating manuals among the cargo underscores Iran's direct role in fueling regional instability. Al-Eryani stressed that the Houthi militia serves merely as a local proxy for the Revolutionary Guard's broader expansionist ambitions deep within Yemeni territory.
Yemen Online
4 days ago
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Yemeni Forces Intercept Massive Iranian Arms Shipment Bound for Houthis
Aden — Yemeni government-aligned forces have announced the seizure of a 750-ton shipment of Iranian weapons allegedly destined for the Houthi rebel group, marking one of the largest interdictions in the region's decade-long conflict. The operation, led by Brigadier General Tariq Saleh, commander of the National Resistance Forces and member of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, was carried out in the Red Sea following intelligence surveillance. The seized cargo reportedly includes naval and aerial missile systems, air defense equipment, modern radar systems, drones, anti-tank missiles, sniper rifles, and surveillance devices. Saleh described the interception as a 'direct blow' to Iran's alleged support for the Houthis, accusing Tehran of attempting to destabilize Yemen and undermine its republican institutions. Iran has consistently denied supplying arms to the Houthis, despite repeated discoveries of Iranian-made weaponry in previous seizures. This latest haul adds to a growing list of intercepted shipments, with Yemeni forces claiming to have blocked eight arms deliveries since early 2024. The Houthis, who have controlled Yemen's capital Sanaa since 2014, have been involved in recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, escalating regional tensions. The Yemeni military has released video footage showing the seized weapons, including anti-ship missiles and Type 358 anti-aircraft systems, similar to those used in previous Houthi drone and missile attacks. International observers view the seizure as a significant development in curbing arms flow to the Houthis, amid ongoing efforts to stabilize Yemen and prevent further escalation in the region.
Shafaq News
5 days ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
After 12 days: Syria contained Latakia wildfires
Shafaq News – Damascus The Syrian government announced, on Tuesday, that it has fully extinguished the wildfires that raged for 12 consecutive days across the mountains of Latakia province, leaving behind a trail of destruction that affected more than 16,000 hectares of forests, damaged 45 villages, and impacted around 1,200 families. At a joint press conference with Latakia Governor Mohammad Othman, Minister of Emergency Management Raed Saleh confirmed that firefighting teams overcame major operational challenges, including landmines, war remnants, shifting winds, rugged terrain, and the absence of firebreaks due to prolonged neglect of forested areas. 'The real disaster lies not only in what we've lost, but in what lies ahead—soil erosion, vegetation loss, and the increased risk of landslides amid the worst drought and climate conditions in decades,' SANA quoted Saleh as saying. He explained that early warning systems played a key role in managing the crisis. Using drone surveillance, satellite imagery, and meteorological data, the command center coordinated precision interventions across affected areas. These tools, Saleh said, were critical in identifying fire hotspots and accelerating containment efforts. The minister announced that a new national early warning system for forest fires would soon be installed as part of a broader plan to protect woodlands and engage local communities. 'The flames are out—but our mission is just beginning. We now begin the task of bringing life back to these mountains,' he said. Saleh extended gratitude to firefighting teams and aid workers from Turkiye, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, and Qatar, as well as Syrian ministries, civil defense units, and volunteers. 'You wrote a heroic chapter in this country's history,' he said. 'Together, you created a shining example of solidarity.' Latakia Governor Mohammad Othman added that full coordination between Syrian fire and civil defense crews, backed by international support, was key to containing the fires. He detailed the emergency response, including daily field kitchens providing over 2,500 meals, logistical support, and equipment mobilized in cooperation with the interior and defense ministries. The governor confirmed that ministerial delegations have begun assessing damages and drafting a compensation plan. A long-term rehabilitation strategy is being developed in coordination with relevant ministries. On July 12, Iraq had dispatched more than 20 firefighting teams to Latakia to assist in controlling the massive wildfires, a senior official from Iraq's Civil Defense Directorate told Shafaq News.
