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World Child Protection Day Highlights Ongoing Global Responsibility for Children’s Rights ——————————————————- The world observes World Child Protection Day annually on June 1, a reminder of the rights and needs of children and the responsibilities of families, communities, and governments…

Confirmed Ebola Cases in DR Congo Reach 282 as Outbreak Persists in Eastern Provinces ————————— The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has reported 282 confirmed cases of Ebola in its ongoing outbreak, health authorities said, as the disease continues to spread…

UN Chief Warns Millions in Africa Lack Safe Water Due to Low Investment, Weak Governance —————————————- United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres has warned that millions of people across Africa still lack access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation, attributing…

Deadly ADF Attack in Eastern DR Congo Kills 16 Civilians ——————————- At least 15 civilians and one soldier were killed in an attack by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), authorities confirmed. The…

Charities Warn UK Plan to Use AI in Age Assessments Could Harm Young Refugees —————————————- A coalition of more than 100 charities and advocacy groups has raised serious concerns about the UK government’s proposal to use artificial intelligence (AI) to…

Pope Leo Urges Global Leaders to Pursue Just and Lasting Peace ———————————— In his weekly address at the Vatican, Pope Leo called on world leaders to commit to sincere efforts toward establishing just and sustainable peace, emphasizing their responsibility to…

Rising Islamophobia in Europe Challenges Muslim Communities Amid Political and Security Tensions ——————————————— European Muslim communities are facing increasing social, political, and security pressures that are affecting their sense of identity, according to recent reports. The Guardian reports that public…

Vibrant Celebrations Across Iraq Mark Eid al-Ghadeer at Holy Shrines ——————————————– Muslims across Iraq have marked Eid al-Ghadeer with elaborate decorations, artistic installations, and devotional ceremonies at major Shia holy sites, including Samarra, Najaf, and Kadhimiya, highlighting renewed pledges of…

International Week of Ghadir Opens in Najaf with Banner Raising Ceremony ————————————— The Holy Alawi Shrine has inaugurated this year’s Week of Ghadir with the traditional raising of the pledge flag for Amir al‑Mu’minin Imam Ali (peace be upon him),…

Holy Alawi Shrine to Raise Ghadir Banner in 150 Cities, Gatherings Worldwide ————————————– The Holy Alawi Shrine has announced the completion of preparations to launch ceremonies for raising the Ghadir banner in dozens of cities and gatherings inside and outside…