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Pro-Uyghur Groups call on UN to confront Chinese oppressive measures
February 22, 2023
Pro-Uyghur Groups call on UN to confront Chinese oppressive measures
Pro-Muslim Uighur Groups called on the United Nations to take action against China for its violations of the rights of this group, after experts from the organization reviewed Beijing’s human rights record. During a two-day review by the United Nations…
On World Day of Social Justice, Shirazi World Foundation calls for more efforts to achieve justice
February 22, 2023
On World Day of Social Justice, Shirazi World Foundation calls for more efforts to achieve justice
The International ‘Shirazi Foundation’ participated in the celebrations held on the ‘International Day of Social Justice’, that was observed on Feb. 20th, organized by the UN General Assembly. In a message received by Shia Waves Agency, The Foundation warned of…
‘World Day of Social Justice’ observed to raise voice against social injustice
February 21, 2023
‘World Day of Social Justice’ observed to raise voice against social injustice
The ‘World Day of Social Justice’ was observed yesterday February 20. The main goal of this day is to raise a voice against social injustice and to bring together diverse communities around the world in an effort to eradicate poverty,…
Border crossing with Afghanistan closed after clash injures Pakistani soldier
February 21, 2023
Border crossing with Afghanistan closed after clash injures Pakistani soldier
Afghanistan and Pakistan Monday closed the main border crossing between them after an exchange of fire amid soaring ties between the Afghan Taliban and Islamabad. At least one Pakistan border guard was injured in the border clash near the Torkham…
Bangladesh seeks UN support to relocate Rohingyas to island
February 21, 2023
Bangladesh seeks UN support to relocate Rohingyas to island
Bangladesh urged the United Nations on Monday to help relocate Rohingya refugees to Bhasan Char island in the Bay of Bengal from their densely-populated camp in the southeast Cox’s Bazar region, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina told the UN resident coordinator…
Spanish Ambassador to Iraq visits Holy Shrines of Imam Hussein, Abo al-Fadl al-Abbas
February 21, 2023
Spanish Ambassador to Iraq visits Holy Shrines of Imam Hussein, Abo al-Fadl al-Abbas
The Spanish ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Pedro Martinez, had the honor of visiting the holy shrines of Imam Hussein and his brother, Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas, peace be upon them, in Holy Karbala. “I have previously reviewed the story of the…
Shirazi-affiliated ‘Kudham al-Hussein Committee’ in Hanover launches annual blood donation campaign
February 21, 2023
Shirazi-affiliated ‘Kudham al-Hussein Committee’ in Hanover launches annual blood donation campaign
As the honorable birthday of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, approaches, the Kudham al-Hussein Committee in Hanover, Germany, affiliated to the Supreme Religious Authority, has launched its annual blood donation campaign. The Committee has called on believers to revive…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine decorated with flowers and flags ahead of Sha’aban Eids
February 21, 2023
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine decorated with flowers and flags ahead of Sha’aban Eids
The holy shrine of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, has been decorated with flowers and flags on the occasion of Sha’aban Eids. Every year, various ceremonies are organized in different parts of the world on the birthday anniversaries of…
Three dead after Turkey hit by 6.4 magnitude earthquake two weeks after disaster
February 21, 2023
Three dead after Turkey hit by 6.4 magnitude earthquake two weeks after disaster
Three people have been killed and more than 200 injured after a 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Turkey-Syria border two weeks after massive quake in the region left more than 45,000 dead. More buildings have collapsed, trapping some people, while…
Suspected rebels kill 8 police officers ahead of Nigeria election
February 21, 2023
Suspected rebels kill 8 police officers ahead of Nigeria election
At least eight Nigerian police officers have been killed in separate attacks by suspected rebels in the country’s southeast just days ahead of presidential elections. Four officers were killed in an attack on a police station in Anambra state on…