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Iranian president orders restoration of international internet access in the country after prolonged restrictions

For almost 90 days, the population of Iran has not had access to the World Wide Web.

The number of migrants from Central Asia, including Tajikistan, has increased in Poland — expert

Many migrants from Central Asian countries are increasingly reluctant to work in Russia and are exploring new destinations.

The Afghan national currency recovers in part because some aid flows resume

The Telegraph reported on December 25 that Afghanistan’s exchange rate story is one of remarkable recovery over the past year, taking the country’s national...

Patriarch Kirill warns about the threat of Russia losing its identity due to the influx of migrants

Russia may lose its cultural identity if the culture of labor migrants attracted from abroad begins to dominate.  This was stated by Patriarch Kirill...

Russian chargé d’affaires to Iran summoned to Iranian MFA over Moscow meddlesome stance on Persian Gulf Islands

Iranian media reports say the Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian charge d’affaires on December 23 in the absence of the country’s ambassador.  It...

Russia seeks to recruit 400,000 contract soldiers next year

Faridaily reported today morning that a high-ranking source “familiar with the plans of the military leadership” says the Ministry of Defense will continue the...

Death toll in China earthquake rises to 131 as rescue efforts continue

Media reports said today morning that he death toll of a 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck China’s Gansu and Qinghai provinces climbed to 131 on...

Satellite images indicate serious accident at Qosh Tepa Canal under construction in Afghanistan

It seems the Qosh Tepa Canal project has failed as environmentalists from the Rivers Without Borders coalition have reportedly uncovered signs of a serious...

83-year-old crown prince becomes new ruling emir of Kuwait

Like his immediate predecessor, Kuwait’s new ruler is taking over in his 80s and will be confronted with the same economy-hobbling political dysfunction that...

Death toll soars to over 18,780 as Israeli attacks on Gaza Strip continue

Al Jazeera reported on December 18 that mass casualties reported in Israeli strikes on the Jabalia and Nuseirat refugee camps; Gaza hospitals continue to...

Russian policemen fire warning shots into air and detain 82 people during clash with migrants in Moscow

Interfax, citing the Russian Interior Ministry’s Main Directorate in Moscow, reports that 82 foreign nationals have been detained after a clash with police officers....

The Aga Khan marks 87th birthday: a legacy of humanitarian leadership and development

The Khaama Press News Agency reported on December 13 that as the Shia Ismaili Muslim community and admirers worldwide commemorate the 87th birthday of...
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