[MarMema]

We need a translator for Arabic. The best I can offer is purusing the chechen sites and reading the Russian there for tips. But they probably keep most of their good stuff in Arabic.

I know some Egyptians who may speak Arabic but the friend I called is out of town until 11-6.

If anyone really wants to pursue translation further, try finding a Coptic Orthodox church nearby and going there for help. Many of the Copts speak and read Arabic.

[StillProud2BeFree]

The Arabic message roughly translates the same as the English message, with the requisite insha'allah's and al hamdullah's. The Arabic phrase refers to "Eastern Quarter" and could be used to refer to the entire east coast or to the eastern portion of the city. From the grammar and context, it sounds as if it is referring to that portion of the city or state.

Sorry, my Arabic is a little rusty.