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Al-Sunni before the Security Council: The Libyan people are tired of partial solutions and call for the speedy ...

Tripoli, May 16, 2024 (LANA) - Taher Al-Sunni, Libya's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, stressed that the Libyan people are tired of piecemeal solutions and fragile transitional phases that have failed over the years. He called for the …

Turkish President Erdogan trying hard to project himself as global mediator, eyeing Sunni Muslim…, helps Pakistan ...

Home News Turkish President Erdogan trying hard to project himself as global mediator, eyeing Sunni Muslim…, helps Pakistan against India to… Erdogan has been successful in diverting the world's attention from domestic protests and issues. (Image: trt. …

In Iraq, audio leak puts embattled Sunni leader under fire

As new Syria emerges, nightclub attacks awaken fears of return to sectarian repression

On April 29, around 20 armed men stormed into Layila al-Sharq, a popular nightclub near central Damascus. According to reports, the men began attacking patrons, sending them fleeing into the night. In video of the incident, scores of frenzied clubgoers can …

Sectarian violence on Syria’s coast undermines new government

LATAKIA, Syria — At first glance, Latakia looks to be one of the better places in Syria. Nestled on the Syrian coast, it was spared the worst horrors of the country’s 14-year civil war. A former stronghold of the Assad regime, the city was never the scene …

Trump considers renaming Persian Gulf, uniting Iranians in backlash

President Donald Trump is reportedly set to announce his decision to rename the Persian Gulf sometime during his trip to the Middle East, a move that has united Iranians in strong opposition. "I’ll have to make a decision," Trump said in the Oval …

KAZAKHSTAN: Released prisoner banned from attending mosque

Soon after a Muslim prisoner was released from prison, an official told the individual verbally that among the post-prison restrictions was a ban on visiting a mosque for Friday prayers. Attending mosque could lead to punishment. "They even told me …

Translated historical fiction: Shivaji and Aurangzeb’s bloody battle for the control of the Deccan

“Emperor Aurangzeb has departed for the house of Allah. But internal squabbles, fear of enemy attack and other such worries have tied the hands of the administrators. Which is why the passing away of Alamgir after his illness is not being made public.” …

HE ministry bans all content deemed to incite sectarianism

SYRIA The Syrian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has introduced sweeping measures aimed at stemming the incidence of sectarian rhetoric on university campuses to ensure the safety of all students. The measures, announced by Minister of …

The Honeymoon Is Ending in Syria

Five months after its liberation from the police state of Bashar al-Assad, Syria sometimes looks like a country in civil war. Sectarian clashes have turned into street battles with rockets and mortars. In the southern province of Suweida, local leaders …

‘Maybe God put Druze in Israel to save the Druze there’: Minority fights for Syrian cousins

YARKA — In her spacious living room, Samra Atalla served her guests freshly squeezed pomegranate juice, dates, and cookies as her phone beeped every few minutes with notifications from Syrian Druze friends and family members reporting on the community’s …

Why Trump is willing to do business with a country led by a former al-Qaeda operative

Key Points The US designated Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism in 1979 and imposed sanctions in 2004. Lifting of sanctions marks a shift in how the US traditionally interacts with foreign powers, experts say. The US' shift could lead to backlash …

The Druze and Israel: Guardians of the mountains

IDF Herev Battalion, which is comprised mostly of Druze soldiers (Photo: Wikimedia Commons) In the rugged mountains of the Levant, a secretive and resilient people have carved out a unique identity over centuries. The Druze, a religious and ethnic minority …

Iranian Dissidents Abroad on American Negotiations with Iran

[Craving even more FPM content? Sign up for FPM+ to unlock exclusive series, virtual town-halls with our authors, and more. Click here to sign up.] Steve Witkoff is in charge of the American negotiations with Iran now being conducted in Oman. He’s a real …

Iraq says more than 19,000 prisoners have been released under a new amnesty law

BAGHDAD — More than 19,000 prisoners have been released in Iraq so far this year under a broad new amnesty law that eases prison crowding and frees some people convicted of terrorism-related crimes, judicial authorities said Tuesday. The amnesty covers …

Crimean Tatars safeguard traditions in Ukraine in hope of return to homeland

KYIV - With their ancestral homeland at the heart of future peace talks with Russia, Crimean Tatars are fighting to keep their language and practices alive in Ukraine, teaching some children who have never, and may never, set foot in Crimea. At a privately …

Knowledge Nugget: All you need to know about the Kurds and Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) for UPSC Exam

Take a look at the essential events, concepts, terms, quotes, or phenomena every day and brush up your knowledge. Here’s your knowledge nugget for today on PKK and Kurds. (Relevance: Understanding ethnic groups in the news is important for the UPSC exam as …

Azerbaijan’s tolerance stands in stark contrast to Armenian revisionism

The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is set to visit Azerbaijan on June 5. What precisely motivates this visit and what objectives it aims to achieve remain unclear. What is clear, however, is that Armenian social media channels …

Arab League summit kicks off in Baghdad with Gaza at the top of the agenda

BAGHDAD (AP) — Regional leaders were to meet in Baghdad on Saturday at the annual summit of the Arab League, with the war in Gaza expected to once again loom large. In March, at an emergency summit in Cairo, Arab leaders endorsed a proposed plan for …

Artist Michelle-Marie Heinemann to Donate Monumental 'Flower Tree' Sculpture to New College of Florida Class of 2025

Ribbon-Cutting and Sculpture Reveal to Take Place May 22 at New College Foundation’s Keating Center in Sarasota SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally celebrated artist and sculptor Michelle-Marie Heinemann will …

San Francisco Offers Free Hot Water Heaters to Advance Clean Energy

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco continues to lead the charge in the fight against climate change with its innovative new program aimed at eliminating gas-powered appliances and transitioning …

Bay Area Moves Toward a Greener Future: Gas Water Heaters to Be Phased Out

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) has announced a pioneering regulation to prohibit the sale and installation of gas water heaters in the Bay Area starting in …

Initiative Proposes Michelangelo Masterpiece as a Gift to Pope Leo XIV

An international group seeks to present a newly discovered Michelangelo sculpture to Pope Leo XIV, symbolizing cultural ties between Italy and the US. FRANKFURT, GERMANY, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of European art enthusiasts has …

The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis Urges Congress to Reject Medicaid Cuts and Misguided Work Requirements

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis —a coalition including NMAC, The AIDS Institute, National Coalition of STD Directors, NASTAD (National Alliance of State and …

STUDIO SALE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTIST VINCENT SMITH

May 27th at 12pm EST. LARCHMONT, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vincent D. Smith (1929 - 2003) is distinctive for his adept utilization of mixed media, striking colors, and references to the rich visual culture of the …

Comer Announces the Oversight Committee Will Continue Investigating the Cover-Up of Biden’s Mental Decline & Use of ...

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today announced the panel will continue its investigation into the cover-up of President Biden’s mental decline and use of autopen. Last Congress, Chairman …

FLEOA Members Rally to Support Law Enforcement Legislation and Defend Pay and Benefits During National Police Week

WASHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) gathered in the nation’s capital during National Police Week to honor our fallen brothers and sisters and their …

Jeff Wenninger Launches New Website to Foster Dialogue on Law Enforcement Accountability and Reform

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD Lieutenant, author, speaker, and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of his newly designed website, jeffwenninger …

Mexican National and Alleged Alien Smuggler Indicted on First Material Support of Terrorism Charges Against CJNG Member

Note: See second superseding indictment here. An indictment unsealed today in the Western District of Texas is the first in the nation to charge a Mexican national with providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization based on her …

Grand Jury Indicts 11 More Individuals for Involvement with Online Groups Dedicated to Monkey Torture and Mutilation

An indictment was unsealed today charging 11 defendants from across the United States for their alleged involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys. The …

Alabama Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Connection with Securities and Exchange Commission X Hack that Spiked Bitcoin ...

WASHINGTON – An Alabama man was sentenced today to 14 months in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in the unauthorized takeover of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) social media account on X, formerly known as …

Comer Announces Full Committee Markup of Regulatory Relief Legislation on May 21

WASHINGTON–Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced a markup will take place on Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00 am ET to consider a series of legislation to rein in regulatory overreach by the …

Department of Justice Announces Settlement of Litigation Between the Federal Government and Rare Breed Triggers

Today, in accordance with President Trump’s Executive Order Protecting Second Amendment Rights, as well as the Attorney General’s Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force, the Department of Justice announced the settlement of litigation between the federal …

E-2 Visa Applicants on New Interview Challenges at U.S. Embassy in London

Recent procedural shifts at the US London Embassy have made the process more demanding and unpredictable, LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners (Washington, D.C.) Advises E-2 Visa …

Mayor Wu Announces Expansion of Free Swim Lessons for Youth; Recognizes International Water Safety Day on May 15

City highlights free swim lessons, lifeguard staffing, and water safety awareness in Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Human Services (OHS), and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) marked yesterday’s International Water Safety Day with the …

May 16 Traffic Advisory

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.  People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center and The City of Pasadena Make a Splash for Water Safety

RBAC Launches Inaugural “Treading for Water Safety” Campaign and Kicks Off 35th Anniversary on International Water Safety Day PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity and action, the Rose Bowl …

Two California Businesses and Their Owners Resolve Allegations They Misrepresented Businesses’ Size to Obtain Paycheck ...

JEV&B Services LLC and D4 Inc., two entities with their principal places of business in California, and their owners — William Nelson and Vicki Rollins — have agreed to pay $153,598.90 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by …

New Jersey Return Preparer Pleads Guilty to Preparing False Tax Returns for Clients

A New Jersey man pleaded guilty yesterday to preparing false tax returns for clients. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: Vito A. Pascarella, of Somerset, ran a tax preparation business. Pascarella prepared, and …