Date of source: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Cornelis Hulsman explains the events leading up to the September 9 celebration to mark the end of the Abū Fānā tensions. Hulsman was invited to attend by ‘Alā’ Hassānayn but eventually had to refuse the invitation because the reconciliation did not involve all the necessary parties.
Date of source: Sunday, September 21, 2008
The tensions related to the Monastery of Abu Fana are characterized by unclear and conflicting land registration regulations, manipulation of information and lack of transparency by both responsible government and church authorities.
Date of source: Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Drs. Hulsman points to a number of important articles in this issue, in particular articles that deal with the Western mis-perception of Islam and Arabs, and how these biased perceptions manifest themselves in society, literature, and the legal system.