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15,000 archaeological sites in Iraq, with less than 10% of them discovered, ministry says

15,000 archaeological sites in Iraq, with less than 10% of them discovered, ministry says

The Iraqi Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities revealed today that Iraq has 15,000 archaeological sites, noting that less than 10% of these sites have been discovered. The Deputy Minister, Fadel Al-Badrani, said in an interview with the official newspaper,…
Pakistan: Protests to election results across Balochistan disrupt traffic in major roads

Pakistan: Protests to election results across Balochistan disrupt traffic in major roads

Protests by political parties alleging election manipulation persisted in Quetta and other cities of Balochistan for the third consecutive day on Sunday, Dawn reported. The blockades on main roads and highways led to the province being isolated from other parts…
UN urges education access for Afghan population on Women and Girls in Science Day

UN urges education access for Afghan population on Women and Girls in Science Day

On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs stressed the critical importance of ensuring full access to education for women and girls, particularly in Afghanistan where the Taliban…
Shia Muslims in Pakistan mark 2nd anniversary of Peshawar Mosque terrorist bombing

Shia Muslims in Pakistan mark 2nd anniversary of Peshawar Mosque terrorist bombing

The Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, in Pakistan have commemorated the second anniversary of the tragic incident that resulted in the martyrdom and injury of around 250 people in the Kucha Risaldar mosque, in Peshawar’s old city.…
Work on high-speed train project linking Holy Karbala to Holy Najaf to begin soon, ministry says

Work on high-speed train project linking Holy Karbala to Holy Najaf to begin soon, ministry says

The Iraqi Minister of Transportation, Razzaq Al-Saadi, announced that the high-speed train project linking the holy cities of Karbala and Najaf will soon commence, with the capacity to transport around 25,000 passengers per hour. The minister further explained that “the…
Holy shrines in Iraq commemorate “World Quran Day”

Holy shrines in Iraq commemorate “World Quran Day”

Several holy shrines and Shia places of worship in Iraq hosted gatherings and events to commemorate the World Quran Day and the National Quran Day, in a wide-ranging Quranic manifestation that emphasized the significance of the Noble Quran. The occasion…
Delayed final election results in Pakistan provokes tension, concerns

Delayed final election results in Pakistan provokes tension, concerns

Concerns about worsening political situation in Pakistan mounted as the announcement of the final results were delayed four days after the parliamentary elections. Despite no clear-majority win, the major parties and main rivals of the election, the allies of the…
In less than 24 hours, two relatively strong earthquakes rattle northern Afghanistan

In less than 24 hours, two relatively strong earthquakes rattle northern Afghanistan

An earthquake of 4.4 magnitude on the Richter scale shook Badakhshan province in northern Afghanistan on Sunday morning. According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter of the earthquake was Jurm District of Badakhshan. Around 10 o’clock last night, a…
Pakistan election results indicate tight race as nation anxiously awaits winner

Pakistan election results indicate tight race as nation anxiously awaits winner

Pakistan election early results show PTI-affiliated candidates taking a narrow lead, followed by PMLN and PPP contenders, Al Jazeera reported. Independent candidates, the vast majority of whom are affiliated with the PTI, maintain their lead, winning 60 constituencies. Mobile services…
UN allocates $3.8 million to forcibly repatriated Afghan migrants from Pakistan

UN allocates $3.8 million to forcibly repatriated Afghan migrants from Pakistan

The United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has announced that it has allocated $3.8 million to assist involuntary returnees from Pakistan. The World Food Program stated in a press release on Thursday that this money will be used for…
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