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Muslims commemorate Ashura in Pakistan’s Karachi

Jul 30, 2023 05:20

Muslims in Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi have commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shias' Imam and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (Blessings of God upon him and his progeny).
Putin: Russia not rejecting talks on Ukraine, African leaders' initiative could be basis for peace

Jul 30, 2023 05:04

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow does not reject the idea of holding talks on the war in Ukraine, noting that an initiative offered by African leaders could serve as a basis for peace.
EU, UN , African Union mount pressure on Niger coup leaders

Jul 30, 2023 04:59

The European Union and the United Nations Security Council have mounted pressure on Niger coup leaders, while the African Union has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the military to return to the barracks.
American Director Stone slams Biden for Ukraine war, warns of ‘World War 3’

Jul 30, 2023 04:54

Renowned American Director Oliver Stone has slammed US President Joe Biden’s leadership, warning that unless the US changes its “suicidal” course in Ukraine, it could face “a potential World War 3.”
US announces $345 million weapons package for Chinese Taipei

Jul 30, 2023 04:49

The United States has announced a fresh $345 million package of weapons for Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) despite repeated warnings from Beijing against sending arms to the self-governed island, turning it into a "powder keg".
German arms giant to repair damaged tanks in Ukraine

Jul 29, 2023 11:17

German arms giant Rheinmetall has planned to repair Kiev's tanks damaged and lost in the war against Russia in Ukraine.
US set to help Australia manufacture guided missiles by 2025

Jul 29, 2023 11:10

The United States will expand its military footprint in Australia by helping Canberra manufacture guided missiles and rockets for both countries within two years.
Bolivia replaces US dollar with Chinese yuan in foreign trade

Jul 29, 2023 11:04

Bolivia has started using the yuan, the currency of China, for its international payments for the import and export of goods, joining Brazil and Argentina in a small but growing challenge to use the Chinese currency against the hegemony of the US dollar.
British rail passengers face major disruption as workers strike

Jul 29, 2023 10:58

Thousands of Britain's Rail, Maritime and Transport workers' union (RMT) have waged yet another major strike, with commuters facing a new day of train disruption across the UK.
Muslims commemorate Ashura in London

Jul 29, 2023 09:34

Muslims in the British capital of London have performed mourning rituals to mark Ashura, the day when Imam Hussein (PBUH), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (Blessings of God upon him and his progeny) and the third Shias' Imam, was martyred some 14 centuries ago.