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Hajj Pilgrimage Amid Regional Tensions
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially commenced in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, with more than 1.5 million pilgrims arriving from abroad. Saleh bin Saad Al-Murabba, commander of the Hajj passport
Empowerment Through Jiu Jitsu: A Refugee Camp’s Transformational Journey
In the Burj al-Barajneh refugee camp located in South Beirut, Palestinian girls are learning Brazilian jiu jitsu in a makeshift gym. This two-month martial arts course, led by coach Mirella Atallah, offers more than just
Potential Iran-U.S. Deal and Regional Diplomatic Efforts
Two regional officials have provided CBS News with details of an ongoing diplomatic effort between Iran and the U.S. The draft memorandum includes a 60-day extension of the current ceasefire, pending Iran’s approval. It contains
Substance Spray Incident At Tokyo’s Luxury Mall
In central Tokyo, a substance sprayed by a suspect in a popular shopping complex injured about 20 people on Monday. The police and fire department responded to the event promptly. Tokyo police spokesperson Yusuke Koide
Ebola Crisis Intensifies with Attacks on Treatment Centers in Congo
In eastern Congo, a hospital treating Ebola patients was overtaken by young men on Sunday, causing medical staff to urgently evacuate patients amid gunfire. Dr. Richard Lokudu, medical director of Mongbwalu General Hospital, described an
U.S. and Iran Discuss Potential Peace Deal Amid War
Iran and the United States are engaged in discussions aimed at ending the ongoing war, but the negotiations are complex and may take time. Both nations have shared different perspectives on the potential agreement. The
Israel’s Strained Role in U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
Israel, a key participant in the war, is noticeably absent from recent peace negotiations. This exclusion presents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with significant challenges amid domestic political pressures. In February, during pivotal discussions leading up
Iran’s Proposed Fees for Strait of Hormuz Passage Raises Concerns
Tehran is seeking to establish control over the Strait of Hormuz by imposing charges for passage. This strait is a crucial transit route for one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas. Analysts indicate that this
Trump’s Strategies Struggle to Shift Iran’s Nuclear Program Stance
President Trump attempted to pressure Tehran into accepting American demands for a peace agreement through threats and military action. Since announcing a cease-fire with Iran in April, he has continued efforts to enforce his terms.
The Annual Hajj Pilgrimage Begins Amid Regional Tensions
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, a central practice in Islam, commenced in Mecca on Monday. Over 1.5 million pilgrims have journeyed to Saudi Arabia from various countries, according to Saleh bin Saad Al-Murabba of the Hajj