A report compiled for the U.N. Security Council says the Taliban has allowed al Qaeda to continue posing “a threat in the region and potentially beyond.” …
Iran’s long-lasting love for gemstones
At a prominent Shiite shrine in southern Tehran, Qasem Ashgari was buying yet another gemstone ring in the hope it would help his prayers to be answered promptly.Asghari’s appreciation for gemstones is shared by many Shiite Muslims in Iran,
U.S. signals stronger response to Iran-backed militias as Houthis target another ship
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says it’s time to more significantly disable Iran-backed militias that have struck at U.S. forces and ships.
Turkey Detains 7 Suspected of Selling Information to Israel’s Mossad -Official
Turkey has previously warned Israel of “serious consequences” if it tries to hunt down members of the militant Palestinian group Hamas living outside Palestinian territories, including in Turkey. Turkish and Israeli leaders have traded public barbs since Israel’s war with Hamas began last October.
P&G Evacuates Turkish Factory After Staff Taken Hostage
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US affirms responsibility to collaborate with Bangladesh govt despite election concerns
The United States, expressing concerns over the election or crackdowns on political activists, emphasizes that it still bears the responsibility to collaborate with the Bangladesh government. State …
Bangladesh: Arbitrary detention and impunity for torture continues after elections
The undersigned organisations are calling on Bangladesh’s newly elected administration to respect and restore civic space and to carry out significant reforms on the prevention of and protection from …
China Pledges Help for Renters, Among Other Moves to Prop up Its Ailing Property Market
China has rolled out a flurry of measures to help prop up its ailing property market, while also promising to boost government spending
Apple China Slowdown Sparks Fears That Prized Market Is at Risk
Apple Inc.’s latest quarterly results triggered investor fears that the company is losing clout in China, a long-prized market that generates roughly a fifth of its sales.
Saudi Arabia Pushes for U.S. Defence Pact Ahead of Presidential Election
The diplomatic push by Riyadh is driven by a desire to nail down a deal while the U.S. Democrats are still in the White House and control the Senate, as well as growing concern about the military …