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Iraq repatriates 569 nationals from Syria’s Al-Hol camp
February 11, 2025
Iraq repatriates 569 nationals from Syria’s Al-Hol camp
Iraq repatriated 569 individuals from 155 families on Sunday as part of a continued effort to relocate nationals from the al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria. The operation, a collaboration between the Syrian Democratic Forces and the Iraqi government, is the…
Nearly half of Muslims in Spain report racism, few file complaints, new survey reveals
February 11, 2025
Nearly half of Muslims in Spain report racism, few file complaints, new survey reveals
A new survey by the Moroccan Association for the Integration of Migrants found that 47.5% of Muslims in Spain have experienced racism, but only 6% have formally reported it. The study highlights concerns about discrimination, particularly against people of Arab…
Concerns grow over state school capacity amid private school policy change in England
February 11, 2025
Concerns grow over state school capacity amid private school policy change in England
State schools in England are facing space shortages in key year groups, raising concerns about their ability to accommodate an expected rise in students following Labour’s decision to apply VAT to private school fees, The Independent reported. Figures show that…
USA: Palm Bay official refuses to apologize over anti-Islam remarks
February 11, 2025
USA: Palm Bay official refuses to apologize over anti-Islam remarks
Palm Bay City Councilman Chandler Langevin has refused to apologize after making remarks on social media suggesting that Islam “does not belong” in the United States, The Independent reported. Langevin, a Republican, posted the comment in response to a Florida…
79 Countries Reaffirm Support for ICC Amid US Sanctions
February 11, 2025
79 Countries Reaffirm Support for ICC Amid US Sanctions
Seventy-nine member states of the International Criminal Court (ICC) have issued a joint statement reaffirming their “unwavering support” for the court’s operations, Jurist News reported. This statement, released on Friday, emphasizes the ICC’s role as a crucial pillar of the…
Singapore detains teen over alleged attack plot inspired by Christchurch shooter
February 11, 2025
Singapore detains teen over alleged attack plot inspired by Christchurch shooter
Singapore’s security authorities have detained an 18-year-old who allegedly planned an attack targeting Muslims, inspired by the 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings in New Zealand, media reports said on Monday. According to the Internal Security Department (ISD), Nick Lee had been…
IMF chief lauds Ethiopia’s economic reform progress
February 11, 2025
IMF chief lauds Ethiopia’s economic reform progress
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has commended Ethiopia for making “strong progress” in its economic reform efforts, Xinhua news agency reported. During her two-day visit to Addis Ababa, Georgieva met with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and other…
Exiled Uyghur Government rejects migration proposal to Turkiye
February 11, 2025
Exiled Uyghur Government rejects migration proposal to Turkiye
The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has rejected a proposal for Uyghurs to migrate from China’s Xinjiang region to Turkiye, calling it a move that aligns with Beijing’s agenda, Indian newspaper The Tribune reported Monday. The proposal, put forward…
FreeMuslim Association reiterates demands for combating all forms of extremism
February 11, 2025
FreeMuslim Association reiterates demands for combating all forms of extremism
As the international community observes the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to Terrorism (PVE day)—marked on February 12th—the FreeMuslim Association, and international rights group, issued a statement expressing solidarity with this global occasion.…
Vessel Capsizes Off Libyan Coast, Pakistani Embassy Seeks Information
February 11, 2025
Vessel Capsizes Off Libyan Coast, Pakistani Embassy Seeks Information
A vessel carrying approximately 65 passengers capsized on Monday near Marsa Dela port, Libya, Dawn Newspaper reported. The Pakistani Foreign Office announced that its embassy in Tripoli is actively seeking information about “Pakistani affectees.” This incident follows a tragic event…