Donald Trump made headlines this weekend by proclaiming his optimism that India and Pakistan can resolve their ongoing tensions through dialogue and peaceful negotiations. At a public event addressing foreign policy over the weekend, he stated his view. Trump said India and Pakistan “are both great countries. Although they’ve had their differences, I think they...
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US Allies Express Alarm at Donald Trump’s Plan to Allow Russia to Keep Most of the Land It Seized from Ukraine
Recent reports about former President Donald Trump’s reported plan to let Russia retain control of most of the territory it has taken from Ukraine since 2014 have caused alarm among key NATO allies, who are deeply worried over this development. Trump first suggested his plan during a closed-door meeting with advisers and later mentioned it...
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Trump Critiques Zelensky as Ukraine Reaffirms Stand Against Russian Control of Crimea
Donald Trump recently made headlines by strongly criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over Ukraine’s pledge not to recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea. Trump’s remarks came at a time when Ukraine continues to receive Western assistance in its war against Russia, particularly efforts to reclaim all territories seized since 2014 (such as Crimea). Trump made these...
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Shock and Anger after Gunmen Kill Over 20 Tourists in Kashmir
Indian and international communities alike were left reeling by a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir that claimed over 20 tourists’ lives on Monday evening. Armed gunmen opened fire indiscriminately on a popular tourist spot near Pahalgam, leaving 23 dead and over 12 injured – described by officials as one of the deadliest attacks against civilians...
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Inside the Vatican: How the Pope Is Chosen in a Secret Conclave
As soon as a Pope dies or resigns, all eyes turn towards the Vatican for one of the most secretive and revered traditions in Catholic Church history: electing a new Pope via Papal Conclave. This process has been steeped in tradition since 1633! Conclave derives its name from Latin cum clave, which translates to “with...
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Artificial Intelligence Text Alerts to Save Snow Leopards From Extinction?
Central and South Asia’s mountainous regions have witnessed the development of an innovative technological strategy to safeguard one of the world’s rarest big cats: the snow leopard. Conservationists are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) systems and real-time text alert systems in an effort to track these majestic animals from becoming extinct. With only an estimated...
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Qatar Responds Strongly to Israeli Settler Threat to Al-Aqsa Mosque
Qatar issued an unequivocal condemnation of recent threats made by Israeli settlers against Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem, denouncing what it described as “provocative and aggressive acts,” that may escalate tensions further and destabilize an already fragile situation in the region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement criticizing such acts that could...
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One Dead After Protests against KFC Branch Turn Violent in Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan – Protests at Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) branches across Pakistan turned violent this week, leading to one person’s tragic death and several injuries. These protests began as public outrage grew over KFC’s international controversy regarding alleged affiliations and social media activity; quickly spreading across major cities including Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. According to...
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After Bashar Al Assad’s Fall, Syrians Have Enjoyed Greater Freedoms But Could They Soon Lose This Gain?
Since the most intense period of Syria’s civil war, Syrians living in opposition-held areas have experienced a unique sense of freedom compared to previous decades under President Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Free expression, grassroots activism, and local governance structures have emerged across northwest Syria and northeastern Kurdish-held regions – although this fragile freedom now faces threats...
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Legal Battles Over Muslim-Donated Lands in India Are Neverending
Waqf properties donated by Muslims across India for religious, educational, and charitable uses–commonly referred to as waqf properties–have long been at the center of legal battles. The properties, which fall under Islamic law and are managed by state-appointed Waqf Boards–were traditionally given for mosques, graveyards, madrasas or public welfare. But with India’s cities expanding and...