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Afghan political activists to be publicly arrested as Taliban cracks down on opposition voices

Afghan political activists to be publicly arrested as Taliban cracks down on opposition voices

Following the implementation of extensive bans against political movements, the Ministry of Justice of the Taliban has declared any activity under the title of a political party illegal. The group, which canceled the directorate of political parties in the Ministry…
China making efforts to prevent Uyghurs from fasting through feasts, patrols

China making efforts to prevent Uyghurs from fasting through feasts, patrols

Chinese authorities in Xinjiang are using festivals and surveillance to prevent Uyghur Muslims from fasting, praying and observing Ramadan, RFA reported in an article. They organized arts events, outdoor feasts, and distributed free food, while also holding communal meetings to…
Worrying intelligence indicates IS gaining strength in Syria

Worrying intelligence indicates IS gaining strength in Syria

The Islamic State terror group is making a comeback in Syria, launching numerous attacks against forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad, VOA reported in an article yesterday. Recent data from U.S. Central Command shows that there are about 2,500 Islamic…
Shias revive last Friday night of Holy Ramadan at Imam Hussein Holy Shrine

Shias revive last Friday night of Holy Ramadan at Imam Hussein Holy Shrine

Thousands of Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, revived the last Friday night of the blessed month of Ramadan at the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in Holy Karbala, Iraq. According to Shia Waves…
In support of their Imams, Shias mark “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”

In support of their Imams, Shias mark “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”

Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, have observed the “World Al-Askariyain Victory Day”, which is marked on the last Friday of the blessed month of Ramadan, to express support to their Infallible Imams, peace be upon them. Al-Wala’…
American man sentenced to 37 years in prison for anti-Muslim hate attack

American man sentenced to 37 years in prison for anti-Muslim hate attack

The US Department of Justice has reported that an American man was sentenced to 37 years in prison for committing a hate crime, after carrying out a deadly attack on Muslims in the state of Texas. The Department’s website stated…
Weather experts project 23 storms for ‘extremely active’ Atlantic hurricane season

Weather experts project 23 storms for ‘extremely active’ Atlantic hurricane season

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be “extremely active,” with forecasters predicting 23 storms, 11 of which could become major hurricanes, VOA reported. This increase is due to warm ocean temperatures and weather patterns that are less likely…
UN increases efforts to render Somalia free of explosive hazards

UN increases efforts to render Somalia free of explosive hazards

The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) on Thursday pledged to continue efforts to clear Somalia of explosive remnants of war (ERW) and to enhance the capacity of the Somalia Explosive Management Authority (SEMA), Xinhua reported. Landmines and ERW continue…
Israeli attacks displace 100,000 in Lebanon since October, PM says

Israeli attacks displace 100,000 in Lebanon since October, PM says

Around 100,000 people have escaped their homes in southern Lebanon due to Israeli raids since last October, with 313 people killed and 1,000 injured, Anadolu Agency reported. According to caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, approximately 800 hectares of farmland were…
Kuwaitis go to polls in 1st parliamentary elections under new emir

Kuwaitis go to polls in 1st parliamentary elections under new emir

Kuwaiti voters cast their ballot to elect a new parliament on Thursday in the first election since Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah took power last year. Some 834,733 voters are eligible to vote to choose 50 lawmakers out of 200 candidates…
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