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Iran-backed militias have sought to fill the vacuum left behind by the Islamic State group in Iraq, according to a Newslines Institute report.
Often ignored, we explore how Lebanese and Syrian communities began to settle in Jamaica, and how their footprint has now cemented their place within Jamaican history.
Mosques full while Pakistan's Covid wards at breaking point
Pakistan's mosques are full of worshippers despite a travel ban during Eid and far greater disruption to schools and other areas of life.
Fighting Israel's erasure of Palestinian identity in Jerusalem
In-depth: From Sheikh Jarrah to Damascus Gate, Palestinians face a battle to protect their presence in Jerusalem.
How South African weapons fuel war crimes in Yemen
Analysis: Despite attempts at oversight, Yemen is awash with weapons made by South Africa's arms industry.
Remembering a Yemeni-American labour leader on May Day
Nagi Daifallah left Yemen for a better life, but died fighting for workers’ rights in California.
In France, Ramadan marks temporary respite for Muslims
As a draconic Muslim-targeted legislation is passed in France on the eve of Ramadan, Florence Massena finds out the sentiments of French Muslims ...
Hamas warns against expected postponement of Palestinian elections
Hamas has warned President Mahmoud Abbas against an expected postponement of the first Palestinian elections in 15 years, also refusing to ...
Saudi Arabia to close eight Turkish schools: report
The eight establishments targeted have a total 2,256 pupils, according to Turkish state media.
From Jerusalem to a Kingdom by the Sea
Book Club: A compelling memoir by one of the first Arabs to go to Eton, Adel Dajani's account of life in Libya is bookended by tragic family ...
Biden to propose tax hike on richest
President Joe Biden will propose a tax hike on investment gains of the wealthiest individuals to help pay for his massive infrastructure and ...
Somali opposition fighters block roads in capital Mogadishu
Witnesses said they saw machine gun-mounted vehicles stationed in opposition strongholds.
Gaza's hospitals pushed to limit as Covid cases soar
Gaza's main coronavirus treatment facility, located in Khan Yunis, cautions that oxygen supplies are being depleted fast.
Palestinian-Israelis protest planned evictions in Jaffa
Protests against Israeli government plans to sell Palestinian homes to Jewish investors have been taking place amid accusations that Israel is ...
Recognition of Muslim holidays gains ground at US schools
Taking advantage of an increasingly favourable climate, young Muslims across the United States are campaigning for the formal recognition of ...
How UNRWA became a battleground for Palestinian rights
In-depth: Deeply intertwined with the history of the Palestinian struggle, the UN agency has faced defunding and political delegitimisation in a bid to deprive refugees of their rights.
France to hold 'national consultation' to define secularism
The "general states of secularism" will be launched in France on Tuesday as a way to define secularism.
Berbers mark 20 years since Algeria's 'Black Spring' protests
Berbers in Algeria are marking the anniversary for a protest movement that inspired the Hirak movement some twenty years later.
Israel lifts public mask mandate, opens schools
Israel lifts the mask mandatory wear in public spaces and reopens schools as the infection rate dropped after a mass vaccination drive.
HRW urges Biden to protect rights in Afghanistan
Fears are rampant that a power vacuum left by Washington's departure could threaten key human rights gains.
Northern Cyprus sparks Turkish anger with 'Quran teaching ban'
Turkish Cypriot authorities have denied there will be a ban on Quran classes, but a court ruling on religious instruction has been condemned by ...
Meet Hassan Ali Kasi, a Champion Pakistan Quran reader
21-year-old Hassan Ali Kasi, champion of an international online qari competition, has adhered to a strict regime of yoga, vocal exercises - and ...
How Russia's soft power strategy seeks to reshape Syria
Analysis: Moscow's role in Syria is often referenced through its military intervention, but the Kremlin is also using soft power tactics to ...
After Biden administration recognition, Arab-American Heritage Month thrives, officially
Proclaimed in at least 20 states and 100 cities, Arab American Heritage Month celebrates and raises awareness of Arab culture in America, ...
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