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Imam Hussein Media Group Honors Media and Communications Organization of Iraq
August 4, 2024
Imam Hussein Media Group Honors Media and Communications Organization of Iraq
Imam Hussain Media Group thanked and appreciated the efforts of the Iraqi Media and Communications Organization’s branch of the holy city of Karbala in covering the million-participant Ashura visitation ceremony. According to Shia Waves Agency, Abdulsahib Al-Kishwan, the administrative affairs…
Over 2,500 Husseini Mawakib Prepared to Welcome Arbaeen Pilgrims in Al-Muthanna
August 4, 2024
Over 2,500 Husseini Mawakib Prepared to Welcome Arbaeen Pilgrims in Al-Muthanna
The Hussaini Mawakib Representation in Al-Muthanna Governorate has announced the completion of its preparations to welcome pilgrims during this year’s Arbaeen season. More than 2,500 Husseini Mawakib have been organized along the main roads throughout the province, ready to provide…
Taliban Demands Cash in Land Dispute, Threatens Hazara Eviction
August 4, 2024
Taliban Demands Cash in Land Dispute, Threatens Hazara Eviction
In Afghanistan’s Uruzgan province, the Taliban is demanding 30 million Afghanis to resolve a land dispute between the Hazara community and Pashtuns, with threats of eviction looming, Afghanistan International reported yesterday. Under pressure, the Hazaras have already paid 15 million…
Funding Shortages Leave 600,000 Afghan Women Without Nutritional Support
August 3, 2024
Funding Shortages Leave 600,000 Afghan Women Without Nutritional Support
The World Food Programme (WFP) has revealed that funding shortages have left 600,000 Afghan women without access to essential nutritious food, Amu TV reported yesterday. While WFP has successfully provided specialized food to over 1.6 million pregnant and breastfeeding mothers…
Surge in Militant Violence in Pakistan as July Sees 79 Attacks and 108 Deaths
August 3, 2024
Surge in Militant Violence in Pakistan as July Sees 79 Attacks and 108 Deaths
July witnessed a troubling rise in militant violence across Pakistan, with 79 attacks recorded, resulting in 108 fatalities and 71 injuries, Dawn reported yesterday citing the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS). This marks a 14% increase in…
Najaf Government Discusses Plans to Ensure Smooth Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 2, 2024
Najaf Government Discusses Plans to Ensure Smooth Arbaeen Pilgrimage
Governor of Holy Najaf, Youssef Kanawi, chaired a comprehensive meeting to discuss the necessary preparations for securing the Arbaeen pilgrimage, attended by officials from service and security institutions. The focus was on developing strategies to ensure the pilgrimage proceeds smoothly…
10th International Sajjadiyya Festival Kicks Off in Holy Karbala
August 2, 2024
10th International Sajjadiyya Festival Kicks Off in Holy Karbala
The holy city of Karbala witnessed the launch of the 10th International Sajjadiyya Festival on Wednesday evening, attended by numerous religious and academic figures from various countries around the world. In his opening speech, Sheikh Abd al-Mahdi al-Karbalaei stated, “The…
Resumption of Work on Um al-Banin (peace be upon her) Courtyard Project
August 2, 2024
Resumption of Work on Um al-Banin (peace be upon her) Courtyard Project
The engineering teams at al-Abbas Holy Shrine have resumed work on Um al-Banin (peace be upon her) Courtyard project. The total area of the courtyard is 20,000 square meters, which includes a basement occupying the entire area of 10,000 square…
Iraqi Interior Minister Announces Completion of Preparations for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
August 2, 2024
Iraqi Interior Minister Announces Completion of Preparations for Arbaeen Pilgrimage
Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari announced from the holy city of Karbala that all necessary preparations have been completed to ensure the success of this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage. This statement was made during a press conference held in Karbala, where…
Pakistan: Monsoon Mayhem Kills 26, Injures 17 Amidst Widespread Destruction
August 2, 2024
Pakistan: Monsoon Mayhem Kills 26, Injures 17 Amidst Widespread Destruction
Severe monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Pakistan, claiming the lives of 26 people and injuring 17 others. The provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab have been particularly hard hit, Dawn Online newspaper reported yesterday. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 24 fatalities,…