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3rd edition of Ayn Al-Hayat Festival kicks off in Holy Samarra, Iraq

3rd edition of Ayn Al-Hayat Festival kicks off in Holy Samarra, Iraq

Coinciding with the blessed births of the Infallible Imams of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, the third edition of the Ayn Al-Hayat Festival was launched at the shrine of Imam Al-Askari, peace be upon him, in Samarra, Iraq. Organized by…
Syria increases visa fees for Iraqi visitors fivefold

Syria increases visa fees for Iraqi visitors fivefold

The new Syrian administration has significantly increased visa fees for Iraqi visitors, raising the cost from $50 to $250 for a single-entry visa, according to a document obtained by Shia Waves Agency. The new visa allows a three-month stay but…
Iraq: Legal team formed to internationalize genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds

Iraq: Legal team formed to internationalize genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds

In a significant step to highlight the genocide against Shia Fayli Kurds, a specialized legal team has been formed to present the case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and international organizations. Led by Judge Munir Haddad and Kamal…
Iraq signs contract with Italian company to prepare designs for Baghdad railway line

Iraq signs contract with Italian company to prepare designs for Baghdad railway line

The General Company for Railways in Iraq announced that it signed a contract with the Italian company (PTV) to prepare a technical study and preliminary designs for a railway line in the capital, Baghdad. This step aims to enhance the…
U.S. Airstrike Kills Senior Hurras al-Din Leader in Syria

U.S. Airstrike Kills Senior Hurras al-Din Leader in Syria

The United States conducted a precision airstrike in northwest Syria on February 21, killing Wasim Tahsin Bayraqdar, a senior leader of the al-Qaeda affiliate Hurras al-Din (HaD), Rudaw reported. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the operation on Saturday, emphasizing its…
Rising Seas Threaten Historic Alexandria

Rising Seas Threaten Historic Alexandria

Recent research highlights the alarming rise in building collapses in Alexandria, Egypt, with incidents increasing from one per year to about 40, Earth.com reported. Researchers attribute this trend to sea-level rise and seawater intrusion, signaling a significant threat to the…
Taliban Resumes House-to-House Searches in Kabul

Taliban Resumes House-to-House Searches in Kabul

The Taliban have resumed house-to-house searches in parts of Kabul, raising alarm among residents, Amu TV reported. The searches began on Saturday morning in the Khair Khana neighborhood and may extend to other areas of the capital. Sources indicate that…
Increased Screen Time Linked to Rising Myopia in Children

Increased Screen Time Linked to Rising Myopia in Children

A recent study has revealed that every hour children spend in front of screens increases their likelihood of developing myopia, or shortsightedness, The Guardian reported. Researchers analyzed 45 studies involving over 335,000 participants and found that an additional hour of…
Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes

Brazil: Emergency Declared in Buriticupu as Sinkholes Threaten Homes

Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Buriticupu, Brazil, after significant sinkholes have emerged, endangering approximately 1,200 residents, The Guardian reported. The city, with a population of 55,000, has witnessed escalating soil erosion over the past 30 years, exacerbated…
Taliban Declares ICC Jurisdiction Void, Rejects Rome Statute Accession

Taliban Declares ICC Jurisdiction Void, Rejects Rome Statute Accession

The Taliban announced on Thursday that Afghanistan would no longer recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC), declaring its 2003 accession to the Rome Statute legally void, Jurist News reported. This move follows ICC prosecutor Karim Khan’s request…
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