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ISIS/Daesh Claims Responsibility for Deadly Kabul Bombing
August 13, 2024
ISIS/Daesh Claims Responsibility for Deadly Kabul Bombing
The ISIS/Daesh group has claimed responsibility for a bombing on a minibus in western Kabul, which resulted in one death and 11 injuries, including eight individuals requiring surgery, Arab News reported yesterday. The attack occurred in a Shiite-majority neighborhood on…
Clash Reported Between Pakistani Forces and Taliban Near Torkham Border
August 13, 2024
Clash Reported Between Pakistani Forces and Taliban Near Torkham Border
Pakistani forces and Taliban fighters have engaged in clashes near the Torkham border crossing, Amu Tv reported yesterday citing local sources. The fighting is reportedly ongoing, with heavy weaponry audible from the area. As of now, the Taliban has not…
Afghan Shia Ulema Decries Mistreatment of Migrants in Iran
August 12, 2024
Afghan Shia Ulema Decries Mistreatment of Migrants in Iran
The assembly of Shia Ulema of Afghanistan convened in Kabul to denounce the mistreatment of Afghan migrants in Iran, labeling it a violation of good neighborliness, Tolo News reported yesterday. Sayed Hassan Fazalzada, the assembly’s head, urged Iranian authorities to…
Shia Rights Organization Condemns Extradition of Bahraini Expat Hashim Jafar to Authorities
August 11, 2024
Shia Rights Organization Condemns Extradition of Bahraini Expat Hashim Jafar to Authorities
The International Shia Rights Organization has strongly condemned the extradition of Bahraini expatriate Hashim Jafar to Bahraini authorities, calling it a blatant violation of human rights. In a statement received by the Shia Waves Agency, the organization confirmed that Jafar…
Afghanistan Launches New Polio Vaccination Campaign
August 11, 2024
Afghanistan Launches New Polio Vaccination Campaign
The Afghanistan Polio-Free Organization has initiated a new polio vaccination campaign today, urging citizens to contribute to a “Polio-Free Afghanistan,” Khaama Press reported yesterday. The campaign, which will last for four days, aims to vaccinate 4.2 million children under five…
Imam Hussein’s Flag of 210 Meters Marches from Faw to Karbala
August 10, 2024
Imam Hussein’s Flag of 210 Meters Marches from Faw to Karbala
On the path of pilgrims in Basra, a young man from Safwan continues a remarkable annual tradition by carrying one of the largest flags commemorating Imam Hussein, which adorns the route from Ra’s al-Bisha in Faw to the Shrine of…
Devotees of Aba Abdullah al-Hussein from Kuwait commence their Arbaeen Walk
August 10, 2024
Devotees of Aba Abdullah al-Hussein from Kuwait commence their Arbaeen Walk
Local sources from Kuwait reported that thousands of Kuwait-residing Shiites, infatuated with the love of the Master and Leader of martyrs Aba Abdillah al-Hussein, peace be upon him, have fully resolved to participate in the Husseini Arbaeen ceremony in sync…
Iranian pilgrims join the 2024 Arbaeen pilgrimage
August 9, 2024
Iranian pilgrims join the 2024 Arbaeen pilgrimage
Tens of thousands of Iranians have started their pilgrimage to the holy city of Karbala.The country’s borders are “fully prepared” to ease the pilgrims’ journey as much as possible for this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage. Many groups of pilgrims have arrived…
As Part of al-Rasul al-A’zam Project, Imam Hussein Shrine Prepares New Space for Pilgrim Accommodation and Rest
August 9, 2024
As Part of al-Rasul al-A’zam Project, Imam Hussein Shrine Prepares New Space for Pilgrim Accommodation and Rest
In preparation for the Arbaeen pilgrimage, Imam Hussein Shrine has announced the opening of a new area measuring 6,000 square meters as part of the al-Rasul al-A’zam Project. The maintenance department reported that this space is designated for the accommodation…
UN Reaffirms Stance on Jammu and Kashmir Amid Ongoing Protests
August 9, 2024
UN Reaffirms Stance on Jammu and Kashmir Amid Ongoing Protests
The United Nations has reaffirmed its position on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, emphasizing that any resolution must align with the UN Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions while respecting human rights, Kashmir Media Service reported yesterday. Farhan Aziz Haq,…