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Blast from unexploded bullet leaves 3 children dead, 2 injured in Southern Afghanistan
March 24, 2024
Blast from unexploded bullet leaves 3 children dead, 2 injured in Southern Afghanistan
Three children died and two others were injured in Helmand Province due to the explosion of an unexploded bullet in the Gereshk district, Khaama Press reported. The incident occurred when the children were playing with the bullet they found in…
Iran among nations experiencing significant water scarcity, UN says
March 23, 2024
Iran among nations experiencing significant water scarcity, UN says
The annual report on water access from the United Nations has declared that the world is currently in the midst of a water crisis, and has identified Iran as one of the countries facing “extremely high water stress.” The U.N.…
Pakistan deports more than 520,000 Afghan migrants: IOM
March 23, 2024
Pakistan deports more than 520,000 Afghan migrants: IOM
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that around 525,000 Afghan migrants have returned from Pakistan to Afghanistan and require assistence. According to IOM, Afghan refugees returning from Iran and Pakistan face challenges in Afghanistan, including food, shelter, water, and…
For third consecutive year, schools in Afghanistan start academic season without girls
March 22, 2024
For third consecutive year, schools in Afghanistan start academic season without girls
A new school year has started in Afghanistan, but without girls. The Taliban have prohibited female students from receiving education beyond the sixth grade, a move that has drawn international criticism, according to news reports. Schools across Afghanistan began classes…
At least 20 killed in suicide bombing in Afghan city of Kandahar
March 22, 2024
At least 20 killed in suicide bombing in Afghan city of Kandahar
A suicide bombing in front of a bank in Afghanistan’s Kandahar city on Thursday left at least 20 people dead and 30 others wounded, local police and hospital officials confirmed. On its Telegram channel, the ISIS group claimed responsibility for…
16.7 million Syrians require humanitarian aids: UN
March 22, 2024
16.7 million Syrians require humanitarian aids: UN
The UN reported that 16.7 million people in Syria require humanitarian assistance, the highest number in the 13-year conflict, according to an article by Anadolu Agency. During a virtual briefing of member states, the UN Special Envoy for Syria, Geir…
Pakistani security forces kill 8 militants after storming gov’t structure in strategic port city
March 21, 2024
Pakistani security forces kill 8 militants after storming gov’t structure in strategic port city
Pakistani security forces successfully neutralized eight attackers on Wednesday after they launched an assault on a government complex in the strategic port city of Gawadar in southwestern Balochistan province, as reported by police and local media. According to the Pakistan…
Afghan schoolgirls cling to online education as only option available
March 20, 2024
Afghan schoolgirls cling to online education as only option available
Following the ban on female education in Afghanistan, the internet is now the only option available for girls to continue their studies. Approximately 900 days have passed since 80% of girls in Afghanistan were deprived of attending school after completing…
Karbala International Airport to open by end of 2024 or early 2025, says Governor
March 20, 2024
Karbala International Airport to open by end of 2024 or early 2025, says Governor
Karbala International Airport will be opened late this year or early next year, confirmed Nasif Jassim al-Khattabi, the governor of the holy city of Karbala. The project was initiated by the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein, and according to the…
Pakistan: Coal mine collapse leaves 12 killed in Harnai district
March 20, 2024
Pakistan: Coal mine collapse leaves 12 killed in Harnai district
Twelve miners lost their lives and eight were rescued after an explosion in a coal mine in Balochistan’s Harnai district, Pakistan, Dawn website reported on Wednesday. The miners were trapped after a big portion of the mine caved in when…