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China’s Hui Muslims fearful Chinese New Year education ban a sign of curbs to come
February 17, 2018
China’s Hui Muslims fearful Chinese New Year education ban a sign of curbs to come
For some in China’s ethnic Hui Muslim minority here, a recent ban on young people engaging in religious education in mosques is an unwelcome interference in how they lead their lives. For some in China’s ethnic Hui Muslim minority…
21 Killed, 70 Wounded as Boko Haram suicide bombers attack fish market in Borno
February 17, 2018
21 Killed, 70 Wounded as Boko Haram suicide bombers attack fish market in Borno
At least 21 persons were killed and 70 civilians were injured as multiple bombers struck Konduga local government area of Borno State yesterday, Civilian JTF Source’s told SaharaReporters. At least 21 persons were killed and 70 civilians were injured…
Syrian Army uncovers large network of tunnels belonging to ISIS in DeirEzzor
February 17, 2018
Syrian Army uncovers large network of tunnels belonging to ISIS in DeirEzzor
The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) uncovered a large network of tunnels belonging to the so-called Islamic State (ISIS), Thursday, while combing through the DeirEzzor countryside, a military source told Al-Masdar News tonight. The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) uncovered a…
UN: Clearing Mosul from mines and bombs may take a decade
February 17, 2018
UN: Clearing Mosul from mines and bombs may take a decade
According to the United Nations, clearing the city of Mosul in Iraq from unexploded bombs and mines could last more than 10 years. According to the United Nations, clearing the city of Mosul in Iraq from unexploded bombs and…
Imam Ali Holy Shrine reciter wins first place in the Fifth National Quranic Competition
February 17, 2018
Imam Ali Holy Shrine reciter wins first place in the Fifth National Quranic Competition
The Fifth National Quranic Competition for Memorization and Recitation was concluded in the Kufa Grand Mosque. A group of teachers, specialists, academics, Islamic seminary students, and instructors attended the competition. The Fifth National Quranic Competition for Memorization and Recitation…
Religious, social and political figures host Sayed Hussein Shirazi in Kuwait
February 17, 2018
Religious, social and political figures host Sayed Hussein Shirazi in Kuwait
Sayed Hussein Shirazi, the respected son of the Grand Ayatollah Sayed Sadiq Shirazi, may Allah prolong his life, has landed in Kuwait’s International Airport, as groups of religious, social and political figuresheaded by the Sayed’s younger brother Sayed Ahmed al-Shirazi,…
UN: 10,000 civilian casualties in Afghanistan in 2017
February 15, 2018
UN: 10,000 civilian casualties in Afghanistan in 2017
More than 10,000 civilians lost their lives or suffered injuries during 2017, according to the latest annual UN report documenting the impact of the armed conflict on civilians in Afghanistan. More than 10,000 civilians lost their lives or suffered…
Human rights abuse is ‘ramping up’ in Yemen, says Amnesty
February 15, 2018
Human rights abuse is ‘ramping up’ in Yemen, says Amnesty
Further insight into the horror of life in Yemen has emerged as an Amnesty International report reveals abuses in the rebel-controlled capital. Further insight into the horror of life in Yemen has emerged as an Amnesty International report reveals…
WFP reiterates commitment to supporting Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
February 15, 2018
WFP reiterates commitment to supporting Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
The Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), David Beasley, has restated the organization’s commitment to providing food assistance to Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. The Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), David…
Pakistan begins seizing charities linked to extremists
February 15, 2018
Pakistan begins seizing charities linked to extremists
Amid increasing pressure from the international community, Pakistan on Wednesday began seizing assets and funds belonging to charities linked to extremists, officials said. Amid increasing pressure from the international community, Pakistan on Wednesday began seizing assets and funds belonging…