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Saudi-Iran ties

2016-05-24
THE rift between both Islamic brothers Iran and Saudi Arabia has created a turning point where Iranian Muslims may miss Haj this year. Who knows that next year, many of them, who wish to visit holy Makkah and perform Haj, will be in this mortal world? Performing Haj is not only an act of pleasure and satisfaction for Muslims but also one of five pillars of Islam. Tehran and Riyadh must find a solution and decide all the matters prudently which will provide a way out of misunderstandings between the two countries.

Itisnevertoolate totake rightstepsfor the benefits of human beings. It will also result in positive effect on the economies of both the countries. On the one hand, Iran`s concerns of security are valid. However, these should be practicable. On the other hand, Saudi authorities must do their best tosatisfy theseconcerns.

Munawar Hameed Mangalwala Muscat, Oman.