Hundreds of protesters marched against the introduction of a “corona pass” in the Netherlands on Saturday, as proof of COVID-19 vaccination became compulsory to get into bars, restaurants, theatres, and other venues. The new requirement to show the pass or a recent negative coronavirus test came into force on Saturday, …
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N.Korea could consider an inter-Korean summit if respect assured -KCNA
North Korea could consider participating in an inter-Korean summit if mutual respect can be assured, state news agency KCNA reported on Saturday, citing Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The comment comes just a day after North Korea urged the United States and South …
Read More »Arbaeen Walk: a life-changing journey of love – Opinion
Millions of ardent lovers, in a demonstration of unfathomable love and devotion for their beloved, walk seamlessly and untiringly from one sacred city to another, day and night, braving inclement weather and ominous security threats. Men and women, young and old, come from different corners of the world and converge …
Read More »Former US official: Israel won’t exist in 20 years
A retired United States Army Colonel and former chief of staff to secretary of state Colin Powell say Israel will not survive the next 20 years, as Tel Aviv is delegitimizing itself as an apartheid regime. “Israel would not be in 20 years, it would be gone. It certainly will …
Read More »Car Bomb Kills 8 Near Somalia’s Presidential Palace: Police
A car bomb exploded at a checkpoint near Somalia’s presidential palace Saturday, killing eight people, police said, as the Al-Shabaab terrorist group claimed responsibility for the attack. “We have confirmed that eight people most of them civilians died and seven others wounded in the car bomb blast”, district police chief …
Read More »Canada releases Huawei CFO after deal with US; China frees two Canadians
The Canadian government has released a top executive of Chinese communications giant Huawei held in the country on allegations of US fraud charges, a move that shortly prompted the release of two Canadians detained in China for spying. Media reports said Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou flew home to …
Read More »Britain expected to ease visa rules as truck driver shortage bites
Britain is expected to announce plans to issue temporary visas to truck drivers to alleviate an acute labour shortage that has led to fuel rationing at some filling stations and warnings from retailers of significant disruption in the run-up to Christmas. As queues started forming outside filling stations early on …
Read More »UAE announces ministerial changes including finance, environment
United Arab Emirates Prime Minister and Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced ministerial changes on Saturday, including new finance and environment ministers. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been appointed finance minister and deputy prime minister and Maryam Al Muhairi becomes the minister of …
Read More »Turkish Camp targeted with Missiles in Nineveh, Iraq
A security source reported that a Turkish army camp was attacked with missile strikes on Friday. The source told Alghadeer that five missiles targeted the Zilkan camp north of Mosul in which the Turkish Army is stationed. The source explained that only three of the missiles exploded without knowing the …
Read More »Iraqi government took a firm position against the call for normalization with Israel
The Iraqi government announced its “firm” rejection of the “illegal” meetings held by some tribal figures residing in the city of Erbil in the Kurdistan Region who called for normalization with Israel. “First, these meetings do not represent the people and residents of the dear Iraqi cities, these personalities are …
Read More »Two security forces killed in landmine blast in Afghanistan
According to the latest reports, two security forces were killed by a roadside bomb in the city of Jalalabad, Afghanistan. Afghan sources said that two Afghan security forces have been killed in the city of Jalalabad in Nangarhar province. The incident occurred after a vehicle belonging to intelligence forces collided …
Read More »Firefighters retreat as La Palma volcanic explosions intensify (Videos, Pictures)
Intensifying volcanic explosions on the Spanish island of La Palma forced firefighters to retreat and authorities to evacuate three more towns on Friday, while airlines cancelled flights due to a cloud of gas and ash, the biggest since the volcano erupted. Firefighters pulled out of clean-up work in the town …
Read More »Sirens sound at US military base in Baghdad
A security source reported that sirens were sounded on Friday at a military base that includes US soldiers inside Baghdad International Airport. “The military base inside Baghdad International Airport, previously known as “Victory” base sounded the sirens as an experimental drill,” the source told Alghadeer News. It’s worth noting that …
Read More »1 Palestinian killed, 12 reportedly injured by gunfire as protesters clash with Israeli forces near Nablus
One Palestinian has died and at least 12 have reportedly been injured as Israeli troops fired at a group protesting against the building of Jewish settlements in the towns of Beita and Beit Dajan near Nablus. On Friday, Palestinian media reported the locals had clashed with the Israeli Army in …
Read More »Australian police probe video of cop throwing man on floor reportedly leaving him ‘unconscious’ amid Melbourne protests
Australian police have launched an investigation into an incident allegedly involving heavy-handed policing after video footage of a violent confrontation in Melbourne was widely shared on social media this week. The 12-second clip, which began circulating Wednesday night, shows an unidentified man talking to a group of Victoria Police officers …
Read More »France warns Russia against paramilitary involvement in Mali
France’s foreign minister has warned his Russian counterpart against involving paramilitaries from the controversial Wagner group in Mali’s conflict. “On Mali, the minister alerted his Russian counterpart to the serious consequences of the Wagner group’s involvement in this country,” the French foreign ministry said Friday. Jean-Yves Le Drian met Sergey …
Read More »Biden says COVID-19 boosters will be free
Booster shots to bolster immunity against the coronavirus would be free and accessible, US President Joe Biden said on Friday, one day after federal health agencies backed a booster rollout, and he pledged to get his own shot as soon as possible. “Like your first and second shot. The booster …
Read More »UN chief calls for redoubling green energy push to save climate, boost access
The United Nations chief called on Friday for the world to redouble its renewable energy efforts to avert a climate emergency and address global energy poverty. “Today, we face a moment of truth,” said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who described the mandate as a “double imperative — to end energy …
Read More »Huawei CFO Meng to appear in court, expected to reach agreement with US: Reuters
She had been indicted on bank and wire fraud charges for allegedly misleading HSBC about Huawei’s business dealings in Iran. Huawei Technologies Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou and US prosecutors are expected to appear in court to say they have reached an agreement to resolve charges against her, according to …
Read More »Hundreds protest in Kabul to demand the release of Afghan foreign reserves
Hundreds of people protested in Kabul on Friday, demanding that the US release billions of dollars in central bank reserves blocked outside Afghanistan as the new Taliban government struggles to contain a deepening economic crisis. The well-organized demonstration, featuring banners with messages printed in English, came as Taliban officials stepped …
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