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UN has ‘credible reports’ of summary executions of civilians by Taliban terrorists
August 25, 2021
UN has ‘credible reports’ of summary executions of civilians by Taliban terrorists
The United Nations has received “harrowing and credible reports” of human rights abuses by the Taliban in Afghanistan, including the summary execution of civilians.Speaking on Tuesday, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet said the reports of humanitarian…
Water crisis and drought threaten more than 12 million in Syria and Iraq
August 25, 2021
Water crisis and drought threaten more than 12 million in Syria and Iraq
More than 12 million people in Syria and Iraq are losing access to water, food and electricity and urgent action is needed to combat a severe water crisis, 13 aid groups working in the region warn today.Across the region, rising…
Yemeni rescue forces commemorate Ashura
August 24, 2021
Yemeni rescue forces commemorate Ashura
The Rescue Forces in the Yemeni province of Hajjah organized a cultural event to commemorate Ashura and the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, with a wide presence of the security forces.In a lecture during the event,…
Wide participation of mourners commemorating Ashura in Kuwait
August 24, 2021
Wide participation of mourners commemorating Ashura in Kuwait
The mourning ceremonies in honor of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in the Husseiniyah of Ashour in Kuwait, witnessed a large and remarkable presence of followers of the Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them.The ceremonies were held since the first…
Al-Riyadh Saudi newspaper: The commitment of mourners and security efforts succeeded in Ashura ceremonies in Qatif
August 24, 2021
Al-Riyadh Saudi newspaper: The commitment of mourners and security efforts succeeded in Ashura ceremonies in Qatif
The official Saudi newspaper, al-Riyadh, reported the completion of the Ashura commemoration ceremonies for Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in the Qatif province, amid extensive health and organizational measures.The newspaper said, in a report followed by Shia Waves, “The…
The Independent: British taxpayers’ money is being used to whitewash abuses in Bahrain
August 23, 2021
The Independent: British taxpayers’ money is being used to whitewash abuses in Bahrain
The British Independent newspaper published a report by Maya Oppenheim entitled “UK government using taxpayer money to fund Bahraini body accused of covering up torture and rape.”The report said that information showed that the British government’s secret support of millions…
Washington threatens Taliban if Americans are prevented from leaving Afghanistan
August 23, 2021
Washington threatens Taliban if Americans are prevented from leaving Afghanistan
The US National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan, has threatened the Taliban terrorist movement with a swift and strong response if it prevents US citizens from leaving Afghanistan.“We assured them clearly that we will respond quickly and forcefully if they prevent…
Azerbaijani Shias commemorate Ashura despite restrictions and discrimination against them
August 22, 2021
Azerbaijani Shias commemorate Ashura despite restrictions and discrimination against them
Shias in Azerbaijan revived the Ashura ceremonies this year, amid strict restrictions by the government authorities, yet they were able to show their grief and sympathy for the Master of the Martyrs, peace be upon him.The Caucasus news agency said…
Stampede and chaos at Kabul airport after the resumption of the evacuation process
August 22, 2021
Stampede and chaos at Kabul airport after the resumption of the evacuation process
Thousands of Afghan citizens surrounded the entrances to the capital, Kabul, in an attempt to flee the country, after the Taliban terrorist movement took control.A German news agency quoted a witness saying, “Shots were fired almost continuously outside the heavily…
Karbala witnesses the launch of the Bani Asad Procession to commemorate the burial of the pure bodies
August 22, 2021
Karbala witnesses the launch of the Bani Asad Procession to commemorate the burial of the pure bodies
The holy city of Karbala witnessed the launching of mourning processions of Bani Asad to commemorate the day on which the pure martyrs of Ashura were buried on the 13th of Muharram, with the wide participation of the Karbala tribes,…