Reports indicate that more than 36,500 people were killed in just 48 hours during Iran’s national uprising, marking an unprecedented level of violence in the history of repression under the Islamic Republic. This equates to 18,250 deaths per day—one life lost every five seconds. The scale of the killings far surpasses casualty rates seen in [...]
A nationwide study in Bangladesh reveals a serious substance abuse crisis, with early exposure among adolescents and high vulnerability among youth. About one-third of users began taking drugs between ages 8–17, while most others started between 18–25. Unemployment, peer pressure, mental stress, family instability, and easy drug availability (reported by nearly 90%) are major risk [...]
Cambodia’s economy is under significant pressure from a property sector downturn, returning migrant workers, and rising global trade barriers, according to the World Bank’s December 2025 update. GDP growth is expected to slow from 4.8% in 2025 to 4.3% in 2026 as domestic demand weakens, while banking sector risks rise and household incomes fall [...]
Jordan’s Eastern Military Zone successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics into the country using balloons equipped with advanced electronic guidance systems. Border Guard units detected the balloons within their area of responsibility and engaged them, bringing them down along with their illicit cargo inside Jordanian territory. The operation was carried out in coordination [...]
Dr. Hussein Allawi, Adviser to the Iraqi Prime Minister, reaffirmed that Iraq is making intensive diplomatic and security efforts to keep the region away from war and will not allow its territory to be used for attacks on neighboring countries. He emphasized Iraq’s neutral stance, commitment to regional stability, and adherence to its constitution. Through [...]
A report cited by The Sunday Times claims that Iran’s recent unrest has resulted in at least 16,500 deaths and around 330,000–360,000 injuries, based on information gathered by a covert network of doctors amid a near-total internet blackout. Medical professionals report widespread use of live ammunition and military-grade weapons, with severe injuries including gunshot wounds, [...]
Official police data show a sharp rise in reported sexual offence cases nationwide, increasing from 108 in 2022 to 152 in 2025. Thimphu has emerged as the most affected dzongkhag, recording 113 cases, the highest in the country. Other urban centres such as Gelephu and Samtse have also seen high numbers, while less populated [...]
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that more than 64,000 internally displaced Iraqis have returned to their areas of origin over the past three months, signaling gradual progress in Iraq’s post-conflict recovery. While significant numbers of displaced people remain in governorates such as Nineveh, Duhok, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Baghdad, return movements have increased notably [...]
The National Education Assessment (NEA) 2024 reveals that students with disabilities in Bhutan continue to perform below their peers, particularly in Mathematics, due to gaps in inclusive learning materials, limited teacher training, and inaccessible school infrastructure. Although 1,455 children with disabilities are enrolled nationwide, they scored 7–12 points lower on average across assessed subjects. Nearly [...]
Iran International’s Editorial Board has released a statement alleging a large-scale, coordinated crackdown in Iran during recent protests, claiming that at least 12,000 people were killed over two consecutive nights. According to the statement, the killings occurred amid an extensive communications blackout intended to conceal the scale of the violence. The outlet says its findings [...]