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EU Suspends Sanctions on Key Sectors in Syria to Support Reconstruction
February 25, 2025
EU Suspends Sanctions on Key Sectors in Syria to Support Reconstruction
The European Union has announced the suspension of sanctions on Syria’s energy, transport, and banking sectors to facilitate the country’s reconstruction following the fall of Bashar Assad’s regime, Anadolu Agency reported. The EU aims to enhance engagement with Syria’s people…
Court Issues Arrest Warrants in 2014 Sit-In Case Involving Dr. Tahirul Qadri
February 25, 2025
Court Issues Arrest Warrants in 2014 Sit-In Case Involving Dr. Tahirul Qadri
The Judicial Magistrate of Secretariat, Shahzad Khan, has initiated proceedings against Dr. Tahirul Qadri, Chairman of Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT), in connection with the 2014 sit-in case, Dawn online newspaper reported. The court issued arrest warrants for MNA Khurram Shahzad,…
Three Women Arrested for Distributing Quran in Srinagar, Released After Questioning
February 25, 2025
Three Women Arrested for Distributing Quran in Srinagar, Released After Questioning
Three women were detained by police in Rajbagh for distributing copies of the Holy Quran ahead of Ramzan, Free Press Kashmir reported. The incident raised concerns among local leaders, including PDP MLA Waheed Para, who described the detention as unjust.…
Iraq’s population reaches 46.1 million, final census results reveal
February 24, 2025
Iraq’s population reaches 46.1 million, final census results reveal
Iraq’s population has reached 46.1 million, according to final census results released by the Ministry of Planning. This marks an increase from 45.4 million reported in November. The census shows that 70.17% of Iraq’s population lives in urban areas, compared…
Refugee Organization Criticizes Egypt Over Treatment of Sudanese Refugees
February 24, 2025
Refugee Organization Criticizes Egypt Over Treatment of Sudanese Refugees
Refugees International has raised alarm over the deteriorating conditions faced by Sudanese refugees in Egypt, calling for immediate international intervention, Jurist News reported. A recent report, “No Model of Refuge,” highlights risks of deportation, restricted access to essential services, and…
UNICEF Reports Over 19 Million Afghans Received Humanitarian Aid
February 24, 2025
UNICEF Reports Over 19 Million Afghans Received Humanitarian Aid
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announced that over 19 million people in Afghanistan received humanitarian assistance last year, with more than half being children, Khaama Press reported. In a report released on February 23, UNICEF highlighted that the aid…
Syria increases visa fees for Iraqi visitors fivefold
February 23, 2025
Syria increases visa fees for Iraqi visitors fivefold
The new Syrian administration has significantly increased visa fees for Iraqi visitors, raising the cost from $50 to $250 for a single-entry visa, according to a document obtained by Shia Waves Agency. The new visa allows a three-month stay but…
Iraq: Legal team formed to internationalize genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds
February 23, 2025
Iraq: Legal team formed to internationalize genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds
In a significant step to highlight the genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds, a specialized legal team has been formed to present the case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and international organizations. Led by Judge Munir Haddad and Kamal…
Iraq signs contract with Italian company to prepare designs for Baghdad railway line
February 23, 2025
Iraq signs contract with Italian company to prepare designs for Baghdad railway line
The General Company for Railways in Iraq announced that it signed a contract with the Italian company (PTV) to prepare a technical study and preliminary designs for a railway line in the capital, Baghdad. This step aims to enhance the…
U.S. Airstrike Kills Senior Hurras al-Din Leader in Syria
February 23, 2025
U.S. Airstrike Kills Senior Hurras al-Din Leader in Syria
The United States conducted a precision airstrike in northwest Syria on February 21, killing Wasim Tahsin Bayraqdar, a senior leader of the al-Qaeda affiliate Hurras al-Din (HaD), Rudaw reported. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the operation on Saturday, emphasizing its…