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Nearly 18,000 Iraqis Remain in Al-Hol Camp Amid Repatriation Efforts
September 8, 2024
Nearly 18,000 Iraqis Remain in Al-Hol Camp Amid Repatriation Efforts
Iraq’s Ministry of Migration and Displaced reported that approximately 18,000 Iraqi nationals are still housed in the al-Hol camp in northeast Syria, which is known for holding individuals linked to ISIS, Rudaw news agency reported yesterday. Ali Abbas, the ministry’s…
UK-based IHC, in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation, distributes food baskets to 300 disadvantaged families in Kabul
September 7, 2024
UK-based IHC, in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation, distributes food baskets to 300 disadvantaged families in Kabul
In an initiative reflecting the spirit of charity and solidarity, the UK-based Imam Hussein Charity (IHC), in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development and in coordination with the Kabul-based Shirazi office, distributed monthly food baskets to 300…
UN Security Council expresses deep concern over Taliban’s “Morality Law” amid worsening human rights situation in Afghanistan
September 7, 2024
UN Security Council expresses deep concern over Taliban’s “Morality Law” amid worsening human rights situation in Afghanistan
In a joint statement released on September 6, members of the United Nations Security Council, including Ecuador, France, Guyana, Malta, Mozambique, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Japan, have expressed profound…
Japan pledges $10M aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking, construct schools
September 7, 2024
Japan pledges $10M aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking, construct schools
The newly appointed Japanese Ambassador to Kabul, Takayushi Kormaya, announced that Japan has pledged a $10 million aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking and plans to construct 165 primary schools across nine provinces in the country, Afghanistan’s Presidential…
Iraq approves solar energy initiative to reduce electricity shortages
September 6, 2024
Iraq approves solar energy initiative to reduce electricity shortages
Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani has approved a plan to introduce solar energy systems for households, aiming to ease the burden on the national electricity grid and address ongoing electricity shortages, Rudaw reported. The initiative involves contracting reputable companies…
Lack of Access to Information Hinders Afghan Journalists
September 6, 2024
Lack of Access to Information Hinders Afghan Journalists
Journalists in Afghanistan are facing significant challenges due to delayed access to information, which hampers their ability to report effectively, Khaama Press revealed in an article published today. According to the source, the journalists are calling on the Taliban’s Ministry…
US: 80% of Afghan Girls Deprived of Education Amid Ongoing Crisis
September 6, 2024
US: 80% of Afghan Girls Deprived of Education Amid Ongoing Crisis
The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan has revealed that approximately 2.5 million Afghan girls are currently denied access to education, with 80% unable to attend school due to the Taliban’s ongoing ban, Khaama Press reported yesterday. This situation has persisted for…
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
September 4, 2024
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
Afghanistan’s migration crisis continues to escalate, with over 72,000 citizens fleeing to Iran and Pakistan in a single week, according to a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Sep. 3. Between August 18-24, 2024, a total of…
Iraqi Prime Minister Declares ISIS No Longer a Threat
September 3, 2024
Iraqi Prime Minister Declares ISIS No Longer a Threat
In a significant statement, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced that remnants of the ISIS terrorist group no longer pose a threat to Iraq, INA reported on Sunday. This declaration followed a meeting with Major General Kevin C. Leahy, Commander…
Azerbaijan’s Ruling Party Secures Majority Amid Allegations of Electoral Fraud
September 3, 2024
Azerbaijan’s Ruling Party Secures Majority Amid Allegations of Electoral Fraud
In Azerbaijan’s recent snap parliamentary elections, the ruling New Azerbaijan Party claimed a majority, winning 67 seats, alongside 45 seats taken by independent candidates believed to be government-affiliated, OC Media reported yesterday. Opposition parties, including the Civic Solidarity Party, secured…