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Syrian Alawite Supreme Council Condemns Use of “Remnants” Label to Justify Killings, Intimidation —————————– The Syrian Alawite Supreme Council has issued a strong statement rejecting the use of the term “al‑fulul” (“remnants”) to justify systematic killings and intimidation carried out…

Columbia Student Released After ICE Detention Following Mayor’s Discussion with Trump —————————————- A student at Columbia University was released from federal immigration custody hours after her detention sparked protests and political intervention, according to reports from Associated Press and other…

Iran Confirms Death of Leader Ali Khamenei After U.S.–Israeli Airstrikes; Regional Tensions Surge ———————————————– Iran’s government has confirmed that Ali Khamenei has been killed in a joint military airstrike campaign by the United States and Israel, marking a dramatic escalation…

UN Warns of Deepening Women’s Rights Crisis in Afghanistan Following New Taliban Decree ————————————- United Nations officials have warned that women’s rights in Afghanistan are facing further deterioration after a new decree issued by the Taliban authorities imposed additional restrictions,…

Ramadan Celebrations Worldwide Highlight Spiritual Devotion, Family, and Community Solidarity ———————————– Ramadan is being observed across diverse regions of the world, reflecting a blend of spiritual devotion, cultural heritage, and social solidarity. In Ethiopia, the holy month emphasizes family gatherings…

US, Israel Launch Strikes on Iran in Major Escalation in Region ————————————— The United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran early Saturday, marking a significant escalation after weeks of negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program, CNN reported. US…

Pakistan–Afghanistan Clashes Escalate as UN Chief Calls for Immediate Ceasefire ————————- Fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan intensified overnight, with both sides reporting casualties and cross-border strikes in what Pakistani officials described as an “open war,” prompting the United Nations to…

Human Rights Watch Warns of Uncertain Fate for Thousands of Detainees in Northeast Syria Camps ——————————- Human Rights Watch on Tuesday warned that the fate of approximately 8,500 detainees remains unclear following the closure of the al-Hol camp and the…

Over 700 Muslims in Hässleholm Observe Ramadan Without Mosque After Building Permit Rejection ———————————— More than 700 Muslims in the city of Hässleholm, in Skåne County, Sweden, are observing Ramadan for the second consecutive year without a permanent mosque, following…

Religious Programs, Charity Drives Mark Ramadan in Metro Detroit —————————————— Muslims across the Metro Detroit area in southeast Michigan are observing Ramadan this year with shorter fasting hours and an expanded slate of religious and community programs, as the holy…