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Monitor Group Reports Summary Executions in Homs Amidst New Government’s Security Sweep
January 28, 2025
Monitor Group Reports Summary Executions in Homs Amidst New Government’s Security Sweep
Fighters aligned with Syria’s newly established Islamist leadership have reportedly executed 35 individuals over a period of 72 hours, primarily targeting former officers of the Assad regime, Al Jazeera reported citing the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The executions occurred…
Taliban Reject Approval for Female Students’ Scholarships to Pakistan
January 28, 2025
Taliban Reject Approval for Female Students’ Scholarships to Pakistan
Reports emerged suggesting that Afghan girls could pursue higher education in Pakistan if accompanied by a male guardian. However, the Afghan Ministry of Higher Education has firmly denied these claims, Khaama Press reported. Spokesperson Hafiz Ziaullah Hashimi stated on Monday…
LPG tanker explosion in Pakistan’s Multan claims six lives, injures 38
January 27, 2025
LPG tanker explosion in Pakistan’s Multan claims six lives, injures 38
A liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker explosion in Multan late Sunday night left six people dead and 38 injured, including women and children, according to local authorities. Multan Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ali Bukhari told news outlets that the explosion was…
UN Official: Nearly 30% of Syrian Refugees Express Desire to Return Home
January 27, 2025
UN Official: Nearly 30% of Syrian Refugees Express Desire to Return Home
Nearly 30% of Syrian refugees in the Middle East wish to return home within the next year, Arba News reported citing Filippo Grandi, head of the UN refugee agency. This marks a dramatic increase from almost zero last year, following…
Taliban Conditionally Allow Afghan Girls to Study in Pakistan
January 26, 2025
Taliban Conditionally Allow Afghan Girls to Study in Pakistan
Taliban authorities have conditionally agreed to permit Afghan girls to pursue higher education in Pakistan, contingent upon the issuance of visas for their male guardians, VOA reported. This decision follows recent entrance examinations taken by Afghan students aiming for admission…
Over 14 million pilgrims commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim
January 26, 2025
Over 14 million pilgrims commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim
The Secretariat-General of the Kadhimiyah Holy Shrine announced on Sunday the number of pilgrims who took part in the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim, peace be upon him. In a press briefing, officials stated that “more than…
Saudi: NEOM Green Hydrogen project reaches key milestones in energy transition
January 26, 2025
Saudi: NEOM Green Hydrogen project reaches key milestones in energy transition
The Saudi NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) has announced significant progress in developing the world’s largest green hydrogen plant, advancing efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources. The plant, set to be fully operational by 2026, aims to produce up…
Former Afghan president, UN officials call for reopening of schools for Afghan girls
January 26, 2025
Former Afghan president, UN officials call for reopening of schools for Afghan girls
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai highlighted the importance of education for Afghanistan’s future, stating that the country can achieve independence and prosperity through education, Afghan news outlet Amu reported. On International Education Day, Karzai called for the reopening of schools…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Commits to Kurram Peace Agreement
January 26, 2025
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Commits to Kurram Peace Agreement
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Secretary Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry announced on Saturday the government’s intention to fully implement the 14-point Kurram peace agreement without any concessions, Dawn Newspaper reported. Speaking at a joint meeting with members of the jirga and peace committee…
30 Suspected Militants Eliminated in Northwest Pakistan
January 26, 2025
30 Suspected Militants Eliminated in Northwest Pakistan
The Pakistan Army announced on Saturday that it has neutralized at least 30 suspected militants during a series of security operations in the northwest region, Anadolu Agency reported. Conducted in the Karak, Lakki Murwat, and Khyber districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa…