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Russia’s top court to review lifting ban on Taliban
April 1, 2025
Russia’s top court to review lifting ban on Taliban
Russia’s Supreme Court has received a request from the prosecutor general’s office to lift the ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban, designated as a terrorist group in 2003, news reports said. The court announced on Monday that a hearing on the petition,…
At least 10 dead in Syria as gunmen target civilians in Tartus and Homs
April 1, 2025
At least 10 dead in Syria as gunmen target civilians in Tartus and Homs
In Tartus province, unidentified attackers opened fire in Haref Nemra, killing at least 10 people, including a 12-year-old boy and an 80-year-old, Arab News reported. The incident, described by witnesses as involving masked gunmen believed to be government forces, has…
Pakistan holds off Afghan deportation drive until April 10, plans to expel 3 million by year’s end
April 1, 2025
Pakistan holds off Afghan deportation drive until April 10, plans to expel 3 million by year’s end
Pakistan has delayed its mass deportation of Afghan nationals from April 1 to April 10 due to the Eid al-Fitr holidays, Amu TV reported. This operation aims to expel up to 3 million Afghans by year-end, with 845,000 already having…
UNICEF: Over 320 children killed in Gaza in 10 days
April 1, 2025
UNICEF: Over 320 children killed in Gaza in 10 days
More than 320 children have been killed and over 600 wounded in Gaza in the past 10 days as Israel continues its military offensive, UNICEF said on Monday. The casualties include those affected by an attack on the surgical department…
Holy Karbala Witnesses Magnificent Eid al-Fitr Prayers Amid Rain of Mercy
April 1, 2025
Holy Karbala Witnesses Magnificent Eid al-Fitr Prayers Amid Rain of Mercy
Thousands of worshippers attended Eid al-Fitr Prayers in holy Karbala on Monday in rainy weather, creating some of the most beautiful scenes of devotion and spirituality in the Shrines of Aba Abdillah al-Hussein and Abal-Fazl al-Abbas, peace be upon them…
New blood test could help diagnose and track Alzheimer’s disease
April 1, 2025
New blood test could help diagnose and track Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have developed a blood test that may help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease and assess its progression in patients with memory and thinking issues, according to a study published in the journal Nature Medicine. The test detects a tau protein fragment,…
190 Iraqi families leave Al-Hol camp in Syria ahead of Eid al-Fitr
March 30, 2025
190 Iraqi families leave Al-Hol camp in Syria ahead of Eid al-Fitr
Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria is witnessing a new transfer of Iraqi families back to their home country ahead of Eid al-Fitr. According to Syrian sources, logistical preparations have been completed to facilitate the return of dozens of Iraqi families…
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces Monday as Eid al-Fitr
March 30, 2025
Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi announces Monday as Eid al-Fitr
The office of Grand Ayatollah Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi has announced that Monday, March 31, 2025, marks the first day of Shawwal 1446 AH, signifying the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. In a brief statement obtained by Shia Waves Agency, the office…
UN Averts Food Aid Cuts for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
March 30, 2025
UN Averts Food Aid Cuts for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
The United Nations food agency has successfully avoided drastic cuts to food aid for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, who were facing potential reductions in monthly rations from $12.50 to $6, RFA reported. Starting in April, the ration will be set…
Pakistan Grapples with Civilian Casualties, Terrorist Attacks, and Highway Restrictions
March 30, 2025
Pakistan Grapples with Civilian Casualties, Terrorist Attacks, and Highway Restrictions
The Pakistani government has admitted to the killing of 10 civilians during an anti-militant operation in the country’s northwest, Asharq al-Awsat reported. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning in a remote hilltop area of Katlang, Khyber…