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Egyptian Court retries defendants in murder of Shia preacher Sheikh Hassan Shaata
December 14, 2023
Egyptian Court retries defendants in murder of Shia preacher Sheikh Hassan Shaata
The Second Circuit for Terrorism at the Egyptian Supreme State Security Court announced today, Thursday, the retrial of two defendants in the murder of the Shia preacher Sheikh Hassan Shaata, may God have mercy upon him, which took place in…
UN bodies call for global action on women’s rights in Afghanistan
December 14, 2023
UN bodies call for global action on women’s rights in Afghanistan
A joint report by UN Women, the International Organization for Migration, and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has revealed significant challenges faced by Afghan women, urging global attention and action. The report, “Situation of Women in Afghanistan,” emphasizes…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi remarks on some rulings related to divorce
December 14, 2023
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi remarks on some rulings related to divorce
The daily scholarly meeting of Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Sadegh al-Hosseini al-Shirazi was held on Wednesday, the 28th of Jumadi al-Awwal. In this session, just like the previous meetings, the Marja answered the questions of the attendees about various jurisprudence issues.…
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces Friday as first of Jumada al-Thani 1445 AH
December 14, 2023
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces Friday as first of Jumada al-Thani 1445 AH
The Office of the Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, may Allah prolong his life, has announced tomorrow Friday, December 15, as the first day of Jumada al-Thani 1445 AH. In a brief statement received…
Indian court confirms end of special status for Kashmir
December 12, 2023
Indian court confirms end of special status for Kashmir
India’s Supreme Court has upheld the government’s decision to revoke special status for the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Ruling on Monday, the court also ordered the region to hold local elections by September 30 next year. The decision is…
Funeral of Husseini orator, Sayyid Mohammed al-Fali, to arrive in Holy Najaf, Holy Karbala tomorrow
December 11, 2023
Funeral of Husseini orator, Sayyid Mohammed al-Fali, to arrive in Holy Najaf, Holy Karbala tomorrow
It is reported in a hadith that “The death of a scholar is a loss that cannot be replaced for as long as the day and night alternate.” The funeral procession of the Husayni orator, Sayyid Mohammad Baqir al-Fali, may…
Sri Lanka: Dengue cases rise over 80000 with 47 fatalities in 2023
December 11, 2023
Sri Lanka: Dengue cases rise over 80000 with 47 fatalities in 2023
Total dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year surpassed 80,000, according to the latest statistics released by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) on Sunday. The NDCU said 80,192 cases had been reported as of Sunday, 3,704…
Pakistan: Blast in Balochistan kills 1 policeman, injures 2
December 11, 2023
Pakistan: Blast in Balochistan kills 1 policeman, injures 2
A blast hit a police vehicle in Pakistan’s southwest Balochistan province on Sunday, leaving one policeman dead and injuring two others, local media reported. The blast took place near Sultan Ibrahim Chowk area of Khuzdar district of the province, killing…
Influx of Rohingya refugee arrival continues despite risks, expenses
December 11, 2023
Influx of Rohingya refugee arrival continues despite risks, expenses
Around a million mostly Muslim Rohingya refugees have fled to Bangladesh, and from there thousands risk their lives each year on long and expensive sea journeys to reach Malaysia or Indonesia. However, many locals in host countries have voiced serious…
UN warns of “gloomy” humanitarian situation worldwide in 2024, seeking to raise about $46 billion
December 11, 2023
UN warns of “gloomy” humanitarian situation worldwide in 2024, seeking to raise about $46 billion
The United Nations warned on Monday of a “gloomy” humanitarian situation in the world in 2024, due to the continuation of conflicts and climate conditions, calling for the need to raise about $46.4 billion to address its effects and repercussions…