London: The United Kingdom has announced a new wave of tougher immigration measures, tightening the conditions for migrants seeking permanent residency. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, addressing the Labour Party Conference, confirmed that the government is introducing stricter criteria for settlement to ensure that only those who contribute positively to British society can qualify for long-term…
Paris — A man entered a mosque in France and tore up several copies of the Qur’an, prompting outrage and condemnation from the Muslim community. The Grand Mosque of Paris expressed deep sorrow over the act, calling it an “unacceptable provocation” aimed at targeting Muslims. Authorities have not yet released details about the suspect or…
Munich — Authorities have closed the Oktoberfest grounds in Munich after a bomb threat was linked to an explosion and subsequent fire in the city’s north. Police reported that the closure came after a blaze broke out in a residential house in the Lerchenau district, where explosive devices were discovered. Security forces have cordoned off…
Washington — The United States is once again facing the risk of a government shutdown after the Senate failed to pass a crucial funding bill, according to international news agencies. The bill, which is essential to keep federal operations running, was rejected by Democrats in the Senate, raising concerns over an imminent shutdown. It is…
Mobile and internet services in Azad Kashmir have remained completely suspended for the fourth consecutive day, causing widespread disruption and frustration among residents. The communication blackout has severed links between local families and members of the Kashmiri diaspora abroad, who have been unable to contact their relatives. Human rights observers have expressed concern over the…
Gaza: Arab media has reported that Israeli naval forces surrounded two main ships of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza and jammed their communication systems. Reports suggest Israel may be planning to sink some vessels to prevent them from reaching their destination. The UN’s Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese condemned Italy’s withdrawal from the…
Libya’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Youssef Raggi, on Wednesday received a copy of the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Libya, Fahd Salem Saeed Deen Al-Kaabi. Minister Raggi welcomed the UAE envoy and wished him success in carrying out his diplomatic duties, expressing hope that his appointment would contribute…
WASHINGTON, (International Desk) – The United States government has entered a shutdown after the Senate once again failed to pass a spending bill, leaving more than 400 federal agencies closed for an indefinite period. The White House blamed the Democratic Party for the deadlock, while the ruling party fell short of the 60 votes required…
(M.Saleem jutt ) – Pakistan has seen a sharp rise in child abductions and abuse cases, with over 605 children kidnapped and 192 reported missing between January and June 2025, according to official data. The wave of crimes has triggered widespread alarm among parents and raised serious questions over law enforcement failures. In one of…
MANILA, (Reuters/AP) — A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake rattled central Philippines late Tuesday night, leaving at least 69 people dead and over 140 injured, disaster officials said. The quake, with an epicenter off the coast of Cebu province near Bogo City, occurred at a shallow depth, intensifying its destructive force. In the hardest hit areas…
