The United Nations Human Rights Council (UN HRC) has approved a resolution to establish an ongoing, independent investigative mechanism to monitor and document human rights violations in Afghanistan since the Taliban regained power. The framework particularly emphasizes abuses against wome...
The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate as hostilities between Israel and Hamas persist. Overnight airstrikes and tank bombardments by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) targeted multiple locations in the Gaza Strip, resulting in at least 19 casualties, including both militants and ci...
Police in London have arrested nearly 500 people during a pro-Palestinian demonstration in Trafalgar Square held in defiance of the UK government’s ban on Palestine Action, now designated a terrorist organization. Among those detained were elderly people, people with disabilities, and rela...
The Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission aimed at breaking the blockade on Gaza and delivering essential aid, has been intercepted by Israeli naval forces in international waters. Nearly all vessels in the flotilla have been detained, and hundreds of international activists, inclu...
At 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2025, the federal government officially entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass a new spending bill or a continuing resolution. This marks the first major shutdown in nearly seven years. Why Did It Happen? The shutdown was triggered after the House and ...
The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) a civilian maritime initiative launched in 2025 to challenge Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid has entered a crucial, high stakes phase. With over 40 boats and around 500 activists from more than 44 nations, the flotilla carries no...
India strongly countered comments made by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the United Nations, dismissing them as “absurd theatrics” and urging Islamabad to dismantle terror infrastructure and hand over wanted terrorists. Key Points Shehbaz Sharif, in his address at the UN Genera...
As U.S. President Donald Trump held talks with Muslim leaders at the United Nations calling for a ceasefire and release of hostages, Israeli tanks advanced further into Gaza City, intensifying the war and deepening the humanitarian crisis. Tanks Close In on Central Gaza Israeli forces push...
Reports have emerged that the United Arab Emirates has temporarily suspended tourist and work visa applications for citizens of nine countries across Africa and Asia. However, UAE authorities have not officially confirmed the policy yet. Some affected countries’ diplomatic representatives ...
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described India as a “relationship of critical importance” to the United States following his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting comes amid growing tensions over tarif...
