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Ezotna Forum Celebrates Wedding in Kseifeh, Honors Educator Ismail Abu Ajjaj

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Originalمنتدى عزوتنا يشارك في أفراح آل أبو عجاج في كسيفة ويكرّم الأستاذ إسماعيل أبو عجاج تقديرًا لعطائه التربوي والاجتماعي

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  • Ezotna Forum attended a wedding in Kseifeh.
  • Forum honored educator Ismail Abu Ajjaj.
  • Ismail Abu Ajjaj recognized for educational and social contributions.
  • Forum aims to foster community connections.
  • Congratulations extended to the newlyweds and family.

The Ezotna Forum, an organization active in the Arab community, participated in the wedding celebration of Ahmed Abu Ajjaj in the Bedouin village of Kseifeh in the Negev on October 5, 2026. The event, marking the marriage of Ahmed Abu Ajjaj, a doctor, to his bride, was attended by a large number of guests, reflecting the hospitality and traditions of the Negev's residents.

During the celebration, the Ezotna Forum presented a certificate of appreciation to Ismail Abu Ajjaj, the groom's father and an inspector at the Ministry of Education. The forum recognized his significant contributions to education and the community, highlighting his role as an active member of the Ezotna Forum and a valued figure in Arab society. The forum's delegation, led by Hussein Hajjar Hijazi, presented Ismail Abu Ajjaj with a shield and the certificate.

Akram Sawad, head of the Ezotna Forum in the Arab community and a World Peace Ambassador, delivered a speech emphasizing the forum's commitment to honoring individuals who serve their communities. Ismail Abu Ajjaj expressed his gratitude to the Ezotna Forum and its members for their presence, participation, and the honor bestowed upon him, particularly noting the delegation's journey from the north to the Negev.

The forum also extended congratulations to Khaled Abu Ajjaj, deputy head of the Kseifeh local council and a member of the Ezotna Forum, and to Raed Abu Ajjaj, a businessman and community activist, both relatives of the groom. The Ezotna Forum reiterated its commitment to social and humanitarian principles, aiming to foster connections and solidarity across communities from north to south, and to support those who contribute to society. The organization wished the newlyweds a happy married life and extended best wishes to the entire Abu Ajjaj family for continued joy and prosperity.

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