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Pilgrims Visit Historic Jannat al-Mu’alla Cemetery in Mecca
Hajj pilgrims are flocking to Jannat al-Mu'alla Cemetery, just 2 km from the Kaaba, ahead of the Arafat. Known as Mecca’s largest historical cemetery, it holds the graves of many companions and relatives of the Prophet Muhammad,…
Missile from Yemen Intercepted Over Occupied West Bank
The Israeli army reported that air raid sirens were triggered in the Jordan Valley and northern occupied West Bank after a missile was launched from Yemen.
The missile, claimed by Iran-backed Houthi forces as retaliation…
King Charles Visits Canada
King Charles III has arrived in Canada for a two-day visit with Queen Camilla, seen as a symbolic show of support for Canadian sovereignty following controversial remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting…
US Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day
The United States marked Memorial Day with ceremonies across the country to honor soldiers who died during military service. In New York, thousands gathered on the deck of the decommissioned aircraft carrier…
Car Hits Crowd at Liverpool Victory Event, 47 Injured
A car drove into a crowd during Liverpool FC's Premier League championship celebrations on Water Street, injuring 47 people, including 4 who were trapped under the vehicle. Twenty-seven were hospitalized, but no fatalities occurred.…
Fire Erupts at Ecuador’s Largest Oil Refinery
A fire broke out in a fuel tank at Ecuador’s Esmeraldas refinery, the country’s largest, prompting a temporary shutdown. Energy Minister Ines Manzano confirmed the fire was brought under control after an explosion occurred during the…
Türkiye’s FM Fidan, Putin Discuss Ukraine War and Bilateral Ties
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss recent efforts to end the war in Ukraine, diplomatic sources said.
Talks included developments following the May 16 negotiations in Istanbul, as well…
Nicusor Dan Sworn In as Romania’s New President
Pro-EU and NATO-backed politician Nicusor Dan officially took office as Romania’s president after winning the May 18 election. In his speech, Dan promised economic reform, public accountability, and continued Western alignment. “The…
Muslim Pilgrims Reach Kaaba Amid Deep Emotions
Millions of Muslims arriving in Mecca for the 1446 Hajj have begun their pilgrimage with powerful emotional moments as they face the Kaaba for the first time. Entering the holy city in the state of ihram, they perform umrah rituals and…
5.3 Magnitude Quake Hits Japan
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck Urakawa in Japan’s Hokkaido prefecture at 17:47 local time, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The quake, at a depth of 50 kilometers, was also felt in Aomori and Iwate.…