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Anti-terrorism operations continue to ‘sanitize’ Pakistan
February 13, 2024
Anti-terrorism operations continue to ‘sanitize’ Pakistan
Two terrorists were eliminated by security forces during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Mardan district, Dawn website reported. Pakistani government confirmed Monday that separate counterterrorism raids near the Afghan border within the past week had killed two senior…
15,000 archaeological sites in Iraq, with less than 10% of them discovered, ministry says
February 12, 2024
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
February 12, 2024
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
February 12, 2024
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
February 11, 2024
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
February 11, 2024
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”
February 11, 2024
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
February 11, 2024
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
February 11, 2024
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
February 9, 2024
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…