SUBSCRIPTION MONDAY, JULY 14, 2014 RAMADAN 16, 1435 AH www.kuwaittimes.net Traditional Iran bans Brazil Girgian fashion show booed as becomes organiser over Netherlands Emsak: 03:14 commercialized flag designs claim third Fajer: 03:24 Dohr: 11:54 Asr: 15:28 Maghreb: 18:50 2 39 18 Eshaa: 20:20 Interior minister: No Max 48º Min 31º need for martial law High Tide 01:33 & 12:23 Low Tide Assembly, government discuss developments 06:57 & 19:53 40 PAGES NO: 16226 150 FILS By B Izzak GERMANY GRAB WORLD CUP GLORY KUWAIT: A large number of MPs met several key minis- ters yesterday to discuss political and military develop- ments around Kuwait and the confrontations between police and opposition activists last week. During the meeting, attended by more than 30 MPs including speak- er Marzouq Al-Ghanem and his deputy Mubarak Al- Khrainej, Interior Minister Sheikh Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Sabah reportedly told the meeting that there is no need to declare martial law as has been reported by some local media. The minister showed a video about clashes between opposition pro- testers and police over the arrest of opposition leader Musallam Al-Barrak and the way authorities dealt with them. The minister assured MPs that the security situa- tion is under control and there is no need to declare martial law. Besides the interior minister, the minis- Marzouq Al-Ghanem ters of foreign affairs, defense, information, oil, health and Cabinet affairs attended the meeting convened instead of calling the Assembly back from recess to hold an emergency session. Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah RIO DE JANEIRO: Germany’s defender and captain Philipp Lahm holds up the World Cup trophy as he celebrates with his teammates after winning the 2014 said the meeting discussed regional developments and FIFA World Cup final football match between Germany and Argentina 1-0 following extra time at the Maracana Stadium yesterday. —AFP (See Page 20) ways to safeguard Kuwait’s security and stability. Continued on Page 15 Gazans flee as Ramadan Kareem Israel cranks Scientific up crackdown GAZA CITY: Israel harshened its campaign against Gaza miracles yesterday, warning Palestinians in the north to flee after marines mounted a ground attack, as diplomatic efforts to halt the bloodshed intensified. World powers prepared to meet over the spiralling bloodshed as the Palestinian death of fasting toll from the punishing Israeli air campaign hit 166, with another 1,120 people wounded, the emergency services said. But fearing for their lives, more than 10,000 people By Dr Hala Badawi have taken shelter in installations of the UN agency for efinition of fasting: Abstaining from food Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, said its spokesman Chris and drinks or anything passing through Gunness in a tweet. the digestive tract like tobacco smoke Despite increasing calls for a ceasefire, Israeli Prime D Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the military was hitting from Fajr (dawn) to Maghrib (sunset). Besides, abstaining includes sexual relationship with any Hamas “with growing force,” warning there was no end in sight. “We do not know when this operation will end,” he related acts or behavior by any means of the told ministers. US Secretary of State John Kerry phoned human senses that leads to excitation of the Netanyahu to renew a US offer to help mediate a truce and desire. Fasting is one of the five pillars which con- he “highlighted the US concern about escalating tensions stitute the foundation of the huge building of on the ground,” a senior State Department official said. The Islam, the latter includes manners, conducts and top US diplomat also told the Israeli leader that he was the way of dealings with people and surround- engaged with regional leaders “to help to stop the rocket ings during the lifetime. fire so calm can be restored and civilian casualties prevent- Fasting in early nations: Ancient Egyptians, ed”. Indians, Buddhists practiced fasting, believing in On the Palestinian side, president Mahmoud Abbas said its rapid effect on curing diseases and stomach he would ask UN chief Ban Ki-moon to “put the State of relaxation. Palestine under the UN international protection system” in order to address the violence in Gaza. As the death toll from The goal of fasting: the six-day campaign spiralled, the Gaza-based Palestinian • Fasting is a precious opportunity to offer Centre for Human Rights said most of the victims were civil- relaxing time for the stomach and to get rid of ians, putting the number at more than 130, among them harmful waste products accumulated in liver after 35 children and 26 women. It also said Israeli had targeted ingestion. Some scientific Western research 147 homes and badly damaged hundreds of others. reported that the only way for the human body to So far, no Israelis have been killed, although militants in be capable of excreting waste products from the Gaza have pounded the south and centre of the country liver is by abstaining from food and drinks for 12- with more than 690 rockets since the fighting began on 14 hours continuously along 3-4 weeks, which July 8. More than 150 have been intercepted. Continued on Page 15 exactly defines fasting. Fasting is essential in the treatment of: • Obesity which triggers diabetes, hyperten- sion, atherosclerosis and heart diseases. • Digestive disorders like “Irritable Bowel Syndrome”(IBS). • Osteoarthritis. • Addiction to drugs or habituation to coffee, tea and smoking. • Bad temper and anger as it reduces the secre- tion of adrenaline which controls the system of the nervous system. Fasting has a crucial role in increasing the potential of body control as it hinders the person from fulfilling his routine desires that are built in his body instinctively, like eating and having a marital relationship. Thus, he turns into a stronger, compatible member in the society. Courtesy of the TIES Center, the social and edu- cational hub for English Speaking Muslims in GAZA: Palestinians bury human remains yesterday Kuwait. For more information, please call during the funeral of 18 members of Al-Batsh family 25231015/6 or e-mail [email protected] or vis- who were killed the previous night in Israeli strikes it www.tiescenter.net. that hit their house in Gaza City. — AFP MONDAY, JULY 14, 2014 LOCAL Food of Ramadan Quaker Oats Fish Fingers For the Fish • 1/2 kilo of fish fillet • 4 tbsps. of flour • 1/2 tbsp. of cumin • 1/2 tbsp. of dried coriander • Salt and pepper • 1 cup of Quaker Oats spiced with cumin, corian- der, salt, pepper, garlic powder and chili • Oil for frying. Zain shares Ramadan Iftar meal with Salmiya, Mishref Fire departments For the Sauce • 1 tbsp. of Quaker Oats KUWAIT: Zain, the leading telecommunica- ments’ officials and Zain’s team who attend- their lives at risk every day to protect the company further affirmed its Corporate • 1 cup of milk tions company in Kuwait, announced that it ed the Iftar gathering as a gesture of grati- society, and this is why Zain saw the impor- Social Responsibility Program during the • 1 tbsp. of flour recently organized a Ramadan Iftar gather- tude and appreciation to those noble fire- tance of recognizing their great efforts and Holy Month of Ramadan, which includes an • 1 tbsp. of butter ing for the Salmiya and Mishref Fire fighters. Waleed Al-Khashti, Zain’s Corporate sacrifices”. It is worth noting that Zain extensive array of programs that cover dif- • Pinch of nutmeg Departments to share the blessings of the Communications and Relations Manager recently shared the Ramadan Iftar meal with ferent areas. The initiatives and programs • Pinch of salt holy month of Ramadan with firefighters in said: “Zain further continues its interactive the Land Force Command of the Ministry of will include humanitarian, voluntary, cultur- • Fresh parsley recognition of the tremendous efforts they visits initiative, where the company shares Defense in the Boubyan Duty Base and the al, religious, sports, and recreational activi- • 1/2 cup of cheese (optional) are exerting during the holy month. The Iftar the blessings of the holy month with several 6th ‘Al Tahreer’ Mechanized Brigade Camp as ties to cater to the different segments of was held with the presence of the depart- sectors of our community. Firefighters put part of its interactive visits initiative. The society. Fish Preparation • Cut fish fillet into strips (2 inches wide). • Mix flour, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper with enough water to form a smooth batter. Children celebrate Girgian • Dip fish slices into the batter, and leave it for one hour. • Take the pieces out and coat them with spiced By Nawara Fattahova expensive packs of sweets of popular Quaker Oats, then fry them. brands, and some of them even put gold KUWAIT: Kuwaitis still celebrate the inside the pack. So now when kids knock Sauce Preparation ancient tradition of Girgian, which is a cele- the door, they will receive a packet instead • Combine all ingredients while the milk is cold. bration for children held on the 13th, 14th of few candies, nuts or lollypops. • Mix well, and let it boil, until it’s slightly thick. and 15th of the holy month of Ramadan. Parents have also expanded this tradi- • Add cheese and stir until it’s fully melted. Serve it Similar traditions are also observed in some tion to distribute Girgian packages to with baked potatoes or steamed vegetables. other GCC countries, but with different friends and relatives with the name of their names. son or daughter. Some parents even dis- With rapid modernization, this tradition tribute it at their workplaces to their col- has changed very much. During these leagues.