A former high-ranking Afghan police officer, Aqramuddin Saeed, was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, in a shooting incident. According to Iranian media reports, Saeed, a former police chief of Afghanistan’s Takhur province, was shot dead near his residence in the Iranian capital. Iranian newspapers reported that Saeed was killed in a targeted attack, and his colleague was also killed, while another person was injured. The Iranian police department has confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation is underway. Saeed had fled Afghanistan in 2021 after the Taliban seized power and had been living in Iran. This incident comes in the…
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Iran has taken control of a foreign oil tanker near its Qeshm Island in the Gulf, allegedly carrying 4 million liters of smuggled fuel. The Iranian authorities have detained 16 foreign crew members on the vessel, accusing them of violating the country’s laws. The move marks a significant escalation in Iran’s efforts to combat smuggling and enforce its maritime laws. According to reports, the tanker’s name and nationality remain unknown, but the Iranian government has vowed to take stringent measures to prevent such incidents in the future. This development comes on the heels of a similar incident last week, where…
**Article:** Malaysian former Prime Minister Najib Razak has been found guilty of abusing his powers in four cases, according to foreign media reports. The High Court has convicted Najib Razak, who has also been declared guilty of money laundering, with 21 charges of money laundering. According to foreign media, Najib Razak could face up to 20 years in prison and heavy fines for each charge. Meanwhile, Russia’s drone attacks on Ukraine have been successfully repelled, with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky stating that elections cannot be held in the current security situation. One person was killed and several injured, while thousands…
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially confirmed that the US military conducted airstrikes against ISIS strongholds in north-western Nigeria. According to a statement released by the Nigerian authorities, the US airstrikes were highly accurate, targeting terrorist hideouts with precision. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that they are in close coordination with the US and international partners to combat terrorism and extremism. US President Donald Trump earlier stated that the US military had launched a powerful and deadly operation against ISIS terrorists in north-western Nigeria, who were brutally slaughtering Christians. The Nigerian Foreign Minister said that they would…
The Japanese government has approved a record $58 billion defense budget for the fiscal year 2026, a move made in the context of increasing regional tensions with China. According to foreign media, the approved budget for defense expenses stands at $9.04 trillion yen, a 9.4% increase from the previous fiscal year. This marks the fourth year of Japan’s five-year $275 billion defense program aimed at increasing defense spending to 2% of the country’s GDP. The Japanese cabinet’s decision to approve the defense budget comes at a time when relations between China and Japan are strained. The tensions between the two…
Sheikh Faisal Nauman, the renowned muezzin of the Masjid Al-Nabawi, passed away on December 22, leaving behind a legacy of devotion and service. In a heart-wrenching video that has gone viral on social media, Sheikh Nauman can be seen calling the faithful to prayer in his signature soft tone. The video serves as a poignant reminder of his dedication to his duties and his unwavering commitment to the Islamic faith. Born in 2001, Sheikh Nauman was appointed as the muezzin of the Masjid Al-Nabawi at the tender age of 14. The tradition of calling the faithful to prayer was a…
**Article:** A devastating explosion occurred at a mosque in Homs, Syria, during Friday prayers, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuring over 20 others. According to Arab Media, the target of the blast was the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib Mosque located in the Wadi al-Dahab area of Homs. The Syrian official news agency SANA reported that the explosion occurred immediately after Friday prayers. Arab TV footage showed people fleeing in fear from the mosque’s main prayer hall, with large holes in the walls. Local residents told news agencies that the blast may have been caused by a…
**Article:** In a move to counter US aggression, China has imposed sanctions on 20 US defense companies and 10 individuals involved in the sale of arms to Taiwan. According to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all assets of the affected companies and individuals in China have been frozen. The sanctions come in the wake of the US announcement last week to sell $11.1 billion worth of arms to Taiwan, a move that has sparked tensions between Beijing and Washington. In other news, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the current security situation makes it impossible…
Article: In a shocking development, the police in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, have arrested the CEO of a private IT company, his wife, and his husband for allegedly gang-raping a female employee. According to District Superintendent of Police Yogesh Goyal, the incident occurred in a moving car. The victim filed a complaint, and after recording her statement and conducting a medical examination, the police found marks on her body that suggested she was subjected to a gang-rape. The police revealed that the accused were already in judicial custody, while the victim’s family demanded a harsh punishment for them, accusing them of…
In a groundbreaking move, Israel has officially recognized Somaliland as a sovereign state, becoming the first country to do so. Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett announced the decision today, stating that Israel has acknowledged Somaliland as an independent and autonomous state. The move is seen as an attempt to formalize and strengthen relations between the two nations. On this occasion, Prime Minister Bennett, Foreign Minister, and the President of Somaliland signed a joint and reciprocal statement. It is worth noting that Somaliland has been claiming its independence for several decades, but it has not been officially recognized by the international…
