Dr. Ainul Asyraf bin Lokman is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Islamic History, Civilization & Education at the Academy of Islamic Studies, Universiti Malaya (UM). A native of Alor Star, Kedah, his higher education journey began with foundational studies in Islamic Studies at UM Nilam Puri. He subsequently earned a Bachelor's Degree in Usuluddin, minoring in Islamic History and Civilization, and graduated with distinction. In recognition of his exceptional academic performance, he was awarded the prestigious SLAI scholarship by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to fast-track directly into a doctoral program. He successfully earned his PhD in Humanities, specializing in Middle East Studies, and notably completed his extensive research within the stipulated timeframe (Graduate on Time). Dr. Ainul’s research portfolio is deeply rooted in the geopolitics and history of the Middle East, with specific focus on Islamicjerusalem Studies, the Arab-Israeli Conflict, and the Palestinian Issue. His broader academic expertise also encompasses Conflict Resolution, broader Islamic History and Civilization, as well as Halal Studies.