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Iraqi Shia Leader, Muqtada al-Sadr has called on his supporters to withdraw from Baghdad’s high-security Green Zone after deadly violence rocked the Iraqi Capital. Al-Sadr, during a press conference on Tuesday, apologized to the Iraqi people who were greatly affected by the violence. Recall that Iraqi authorities had on Monday declared a nationwide curfew after Al-Sadr loyalists stormed the Republican Palace following his stepping down from Politics.

South Korea has announced plans to cut annual government spending for the first time in 13 years. The country’s finance ministry announced that the government’s expenditure will be 639 trillion won in 2023. This comes as the country strives to cut back on pandemic-era stimulus. The move marks a shift away from aggressive fiscal spending under predecessor, Moon Jae-in’s left-leaning government in recent years.

Pakistan’s Climate Ministry has revealed that one-third of the country has been completely submerged by historic flooding. The country’s Climate Minister, Sherry Rehman, noted that devastating flash floods have washed away roads, homes and crops. According to officials, at least 1,136 people have died since the monsoon season began in June. Officials estimate that more than 33 million Pakistanis one in seven people have been affected by the historic flooding.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA, has postponed the debut launch of its most powerful rocket. According to NASA Administrator, Bill Nelson, the launch was cancelled due to a problem with Engine number three. Nelson noted that the Mission’s next launch window is Friday, and the Space Launch System will only launch if the Engine issue is resolved. The rocket had been set to kickoff the United States space […]

Colombia and Venezuela have announced the restoration of full diplomatic relations after a three-year break. A new Colombian Ambassador, Armando Benedetti, arrived in the Venezuelan Capital, Caracas, on Sunday. Venezuela’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Rander Ramirez, noted that the historical ties summon the two countries to work together for the happiness of its people. Colombia’s new left-wing President, Gustavo Petro, and Venezuela’s Socialist President, Nicolas Maduro announced on August 11 that […]

Pakistan government has declared a National emergency over devastating flood as monsoon rains continue to lash the Nation. According to the Country’s National Disaster Management Authority, at least 937 people have died since mid-June, including 343 children, adding that more than 30 million are without shelter. The Country’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, however, appealed for funds from friendly Countries and International institutions amid the worst flooding in decades.  

China’s Customs Office has said it still requires international passengers to take pre-departure COVID-19 tests and quarantine upon arrival. Chinese customs stated that it had removed the requirements for travelers to report COVID tests, previous infections and vaccination dates when they clear customs, to make entry more convenient. China, which has shortened the quarantine period and removed some testing and self-isolation requirements for inbound international travelers, still has some of […]

An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad has granted interim bail to the country’s former prime minister, Imran Khan. The judge, Raja Abbas, granted Khan bail until September 1 against a surety of 100,000 Pakistani rupees. In additional sessions, judge Tahir Supra also granted the former prime minister interim bail until September 7 over an unlawful assembly charge against a surety of 5,000 Pakistani rupees. A hearing over a contempt of court […]

Germany has signed an agreement to transfer ownership to Nigeria of the Benin Bronzes looted in the 19th century. According to reports, the signing was done on Thursday between the Foundation of Prussian Cultural Heritage and Nigeria’s National Commission for Museums and Monuments. Recall that the British Soldiers took hundreds of bronzes when they invaded the Kingdom of Benin in 1897.