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At least five passengers were killed in a militant attack in Gwadar, Balochistan, after being offloaded from a Karachi-bound bus, Anadolu Agency reported. The incident occurred late Wednesday night when armed men blocked a highway in the Kalmat area, checked…

Amnesty International has urged the Pakistani government to retract its ‘Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan,’ which targets Afghan nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers. In a statement released on March 27, the organization criticized the Pakistani government’s impending March 31 deadline…

The United States, in coordination with the Somali government, conducted air strikes on Daesh targets in the Golis mountains of Puntland, Somalia, Rudaw reported. While Daesh has a smaller presence in Somalia compared to Al-Shabab, experts have noted an increase…

Iraqi security forces arrested seven suspected Islamic State (ISIS) militants in operations across Anbar, Kirkuk, and Nineveh provinces, Rudaw reported. These arrests were made through well-planned ambushes and raids targeting terrorist locations. The suspects are wanted under Article 4 of…

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has expressed serious concerns regarding Syria’s interim constitution, suggesting it could pave the way for authoritarian governance. The organization highlighted that the proposed framework lacks essential safeguards for human rights and democratic processes, potentially undermining the…

Japan is intensifying its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) education in high schools, recognizing the need to equip students for the technology’s significant potential—both beneficial and harmful, Anadolu Agency reported. According to public broadcaster NHK, 48 senior high school textbooks…

The European Commission has announced a new EU Preparedness Union Strategy, encouraging citizens to stockpile emergency supplies for at least 72 hours, Reuters reported. This initiative aims to prepare for various risks, including natural disasters, cyber attacks, and geopolitical crises.…

In 2024, migrant deaths in Asia reached a record high, with at least 2,514 fatalities reported, a 59% increase from 2023, according to the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM). The surge is primarily linked to vulnerable populations, particularly the…

The EU will implement digital driving licenses accessible via mobile devices by the end of 2030, according to a European Commission statement. This directive aims to enhance road safety, harmonize driver suitability requirements, and standardize probation periods for novice drivers.…

Dubai International Airport anticipates 3.6 million travelers during the Eid holiday from March 26 to April 7, coinciding with school spring break, Arab News reported. Departures are expected to rise by 19% compared to February’s average, with daily traffic averaging…