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Iran Upholds Death Sentence of Labor Activist Sharifeh Mohammadi

Iran’s Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of labor activist Sharifeh Mohammadi, despite unresolved legal flaws in her case. Mohammadi was convicted of baghi (armed rebellion against the state), a charge carrying the death penalty, though rights groups argue her real “crime” was labor activism through the Committee for Coordinating to Help Form Workers’ [...]

Houthis Block Peace Efforts, Yemen Warns

Yemeni Foreign Minister Dr. Shaya al-Zindani accused Iran-backed Houthi militias of blocking UN peace efforts led by envoy Hans Grundberg. He said the Houthis want to keep the war going and reject peace, encouraged by Iran. The Yemeni government supports peace initiatives, but the Houthis refuse them. Zindani warned that Iran smuggles weapons like drones [...]

Lebanon Faces Worst Water Crisis In History

Lebanon is facing a very serious water crisis due to low rainfall and extreme heat. The country’s biggest reservoir, Lake Qaraoun, has dropped to its lowest level ever. This year, it received only 45 million cubic metres of water, far below the normal 350 million. Many other reservoirs and underground water sources have also dried [...]

Israelis Protest To Demand Hostage Deal

On August 18, 2025, massive protests took place across Israel, led by families of hostages held in Gaza. They are demanding a deal to bring home the 20 hostages still believed to be alive. Many Israelis fear that a new military operation in crowded areas of Gaza could put the hostages in greater danger. Protesters [...]

Bhutan’s Aging Population Exposes Fragile Social Safety Net

Bhutan faces growing social protection challenges as its population ages, with 14% expected to be elderly by 2040. Only 8% of workers are covered by pensions, leaving most to depend on family or charity. A UNICEF–EU report found that 92% of Bhutanese lack social insurance, exposing the elderly, poor, and disabled to hardship. Even pensioners [...]

Nationwide Dengue Cases Rise to 25,710; Over 1,200 in Hospitals

In the last 24 hours, Bangladesh reported 134 new dengue cases, raising the total confirmed cases this year to 25,710. Fortunately, no new deaths occurred during this period, so the death toll remains at 104. According to the Directorate General of Health Services, the highest number of new cases came from Dhaka, where both Dhaka [...]

Kuwait Arrests 67 Linked to Illegal Alcohol Production After 23 Fatalities

KUWAIT: Kuwait prohibits the import and local production of alcoholic drinks, but some are secretly made in hidden places without proper checks or safety measures. This puts consumers at risk of poisoning. The health ministry reported that there have been 160 cases of methanol poisoning connected to these dangerous drinks, resulting in 23 deaths. Lord, [...]

Condensed State Department Report Highlights China’s Abuses in Tibet

TIBET: The report on human rights practices in Tibet reveals that serious abuses against the Tibetan people are still happening. These abuses include disappearances, torture, arbitrary arrests, and limits on religious freedom. However, this report is concerning because it lacks the detailed information found in previous years. Released on August 12, 2025, the report is [...]

UN Report Accuses Myanmar Junta of ‘Systematic’ Torture

MYANMAR: Myanmar's military-controlled detention centers are known for severe abuse, including beatings, electric shocks, and gang rape. Since the military overthrew the civilian government in a coup in 2021, the country has been engulfed in civil war, with troops battling various pro-democracy fighters and ethnic armed groups. This conflict has led to a significant crackdown, [...]

Libya and UNICEF Plan Joint Social Initiatives for 2025–26

LIBYA: The Ministry of Social Affairs held a meeting with UNICEF to assess the progress of their collaborative action plan for 2025–26. Officials from the ministry, the Women’s Support and Empowerment Office, the Higher Committee for Childhood, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the UN children's agency participated in the discussions. The agenda included training [...]

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