Tay al-Ard is a concept in Islamic occult traditions referring to thaumaturgic teleportation or instantaneous travel, rooted in Quranic verses about Solomon's throne. The concept is interpreted differently by Shia and Sufi traditions, with explanations ranging from mystical to philosophical idealism, and medieval Islamic writings document claims that certain saints and sheikhs possessed this ability.
Pakistan faces risks that the Yemen conflict could fuel domestic sectarian violence, as external geopolitical rivalries between Saudi Arabia and Iran have historically transformed into sectarian mobilization within the country. While Pakistan's sectarian tensions have domestic roots, regional actors have provided ideological language, funding, and propaganda that exploit these divisions.