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8 ISIS leaders killed in Iraqi airstrike in Hamrin Mountains
October 30, 2024
8 ISIS leaders killed in Iraqi airstrike in Hamrin Mountains
Iraq’s Joint Operations Command announced today that a targeted military operation in the Hamrin Mountains resulted in the death of eight ISIS militants, including key leaders. The strike, based on precise intelligence, involved four F-16 airstrikes on a fortified ISIS…
Pakistan: Gunmen Attack Dam Workers in Balochistan, Killing Five
October 30, 2024
Pakistan: Gunmen Attack Dam Workers in Balochistan, Killing Five
In Balochistan province, Pakistan, gunmen attacked workers at a dam site on Tuesday, resulting in five deaths and two injuries, VOA reported yesterday. The incident occurred in the Panjgur district, known for its natural resources. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants…
Every Two Hours, a Mother Loses Her Life: The Human Toll of Taliban Rule in Afghanistan
October 29, 2024
Every Two Hours, a Mother Loses Her Life: The Human Toll of Taliban Rule in Afghanistan
Afghanistan is facing a dire healthcare crisis under Taliban rule, with alarming rates of maternal and child mortality, an article published on Hasht-e-Subh Daily revealed yesterday. The European Union (EU) reports that every two hours, a mother dies from pregnancy-related…
Iraq to Implement Lebanese Education Curriculum for Refugees
October 29, 2024
Iraq to Implement Lebanese Education Curriculum for Refugees
The Iraqi Ministry of Education announced plans to adopt Lebanese education curricula in response to the influx of refugees fleeing the ongoing conflict with Israel, Rudaw news agency reported yesterday. Spokesperson Karim al-Sayyid confirmed that approvals have been granted to…
Human Rights Lawyers Arrested in Pakistan Amid Growing Concerns
October 29, 2024
Human Rights Lawyers Arrested in Pakistan Amid Growing Concerns
Islamabad police arrested prominent human rights lawyers Amaan Mazari and her husband, Abdul Hadi, on charges of interfering in government matters, leading to a security risk, Associated Press reported yesterday. The couple attempted to remove a police blockade in the…
Hazara Genocide: A Legacy of Colonialism and Ongoing Struggles for Justice
October 28, 2024
Hazara Genocide: A Legacy of Colonialism and Ongoing Struggles for Justice
An article recently published by Kabul Press suggests the genocide of the Hazara people, fuelled by British colonial policies in the late 19th century, remains a critical issue demanding recognition and reparations as the community continues to face systemic violence…
Taliban Issues List of 400 Banned Books to Libraries
October 27, 2024
Taliban Issues List of 400 Banned Books to Libraries
The Taliban has distributed a list of 400 banned books to libraries in Kabul, prohibiting their sale and mandating the removal of works deemed incompatible with Taliban principles, Amu TV reported yesterday. The banned titles encompass a wide range of…
Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities
October 26, 2024
Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities
The Israeli military announced on Saturday, October 26, the completion of targeted airstrikes against Iranian military facilities. The strikes aimed at missile manufacturing sites believed to have produced missiles used in attacks against Israel over the past year. This military…
OCHA Reports Severe Restrictions on Humanitarian Aid in Afghanistan Amid Taliban Rule
October 26, 2024
OCHA Reports Severe Restrictions on Humanitarian Aid in Afghanistan Amid Taliban Rule
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that the Taliban has imposed 392 restrictions on humanitarian aid delivery in Afghanistan over the past three years, significantly hindering essential services for those in need, Afghanistan…
Israeli Airstrike Kills Three Journalists in Southern Lebanon
October 25, 2024
Israeli Airstrike Kills Three Journalists in Southern Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike early on Friday, in Hasbaiyya, southern Lebanon, has resulted in the deaths of three journalists: Al Mayadeen cameraman Ghassan Najjar, engineer Mohamed Reda, and Al-Manar TV camera operator Wissam Qassim, Al Jazeera reported yesterday. The attack, which…