Asia
UN report: Myanmar’s population faces an unprecedented crisis in 2022
January 1, 2022
UN report: Myanmar’s population faces an unprecedented crisis in 2022
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has warned that the population of Myanmar may face an unprecedented crisis during 2022.The United Nations office stated in a report that the turmoil in Myanmar is expected to lead…
Release Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez, say UN rights experts
December 26, 2021
Release Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez, say UN rights experts
United Nations (UN) human rights experts on Wednesday sought the release of Kashmir-based rights defender Khurram Parvez, arrested by the National Investigation Agency under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).“We are concerned that even one month after Mr. Parvez’s arrest,…
Vladimir Putin: Insulting the Prophet Muhammad is not freedom of expression
December 25, 2021
Vladimir Putin: Insulting the Prophet Muhammad is not freedom of expression
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said insulting Prophet Muhammad does not count as freedom of expression.Insults to the prophet are a “violation of religious freedom and the violation of the sacred feelings of people who profess Islam,”, Putin said on…
After the calls of Hindu leaders to exterminate Muslims, US organization calls for an end to Islamophobia in India
December 25, 2021
After the calls of Hindu leaders to exterminate Muslims, US organization calls for an end to Islamophobia in India
The Council on American-Islamic Relations called on the US government to work to combat Islamophobia in India, after Hindu leaders called for the extermination of Muslims.The council, which is the largest organization defending the rights of Muslims in America, said…
Hindu extremist leaders call for extermination of Muslims in India
December 25, 2021
Hindu extremist leaders call for extermination of Muslims in India
Hindu extremist leaders have called for the extermination of Muslims in India, sparking widespread outrage and a backlash.The publication of photos of a three-day meeting of leaders of Hindu extremist groups focused on the ethnic cleansing of India’s minorities, particularly…
In continuation of repression and violations against Muslims, India closes the largest historical mosque in Kashmir
December 25, 2021
In continuation of repression and violations against Muslims, India closes the largest historical mosque in Kashmir
The Indian authorities closed the “Srinagar Grand Mosque” in Jammu and Kashmir under its administration, amid widespread human rights condemnation.The historic mosque was built more than 600 years ago, and Muslims have continued to flock to it for centuries as…
Malaysian mosques open their doors to accommodate flood victims
December 22, 2021
Malaysian mosques open their doors to accommodate flood victims
Mosques in the cities of Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, and Putrajaya, have opened their doors to house hundreds of people affected by torrential rains and floods, according to the decision of Idris Ahmed, Minister of Religious Affairs, to…
Indian city experiencing tension over Muslims praying in public places
December 20, 2021
Indian city experiencing tension over Muslims praying in public places
Marginal right-wing Hindu groups have been gathering tirelessly every Friday for three months, with the aim of disrupting Muslim prayers in public spaces in Gurgaon, an upscale suburb of the Indian capital, Delhi. These groups have clamored for a halt…
Middle East Eye: India committed horrors against the people of Kashmir
December 19, 2021
Middle East Eye: India committed horrors against the people of Kashmir
A report by the British “Middle East Eye” website revealed some of the horrors committed by India against civilians in Kashmir, such as disappearance, killings, in addition to continuous monitoring by the repressive, dangerous and permanent military presence.The situation was…
Punjab holds international conference on Lady Zainab, peace be upon her, and her immortal role in the battle of Karbala
December 16, 2021
Punjab holds international conference on Lady Zainab, peace be upon her, and her immortal role in the battle of Karbala
The Pakistani newspaper, “Urdu Point”, reported that the Punjab provincial government held an international conference on the granddaughter of the Messenger of God, Lady Zainab bint Ali, peace be upon her, and her prominent role in commemorating the eternal tragedy…