Tajikistan officially banned the hijab, imposing hefty fines in its latest move to curb Islamic influence. Beni Mellal – The Central Asian nation of Tajikistan officially prohibited the wearing of…
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Brussels/London (16/6 – 33.33) The defeat of the Russian Federation is a foregone conclusion. It is a reality. It is a must. Victory for Ukraine is non-negotiable. It is an…
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Tajikistan: Who Killed the Pamiris?
by Cody Doyleby Cody DoyleDubai/Astana (10 June – 60). The Pamiris are an ethnic minority group in Tajikistan, culturally distinct from the majority Tajik population. They have faced persecution and discrimination in their mountain…
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Why Tajikistan’s Pamiris don’t trust their government
by Elis Carterby Elis CarterDushanbe wants obedience but treats the region as something to be exploited and ignored. For 30 years, eastern Tajikistan has been either on the edge of unrest or the scene…
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Russian loss of life, who cares?
by Cody Doyleby Cody DoyleKiev (8/6 – 17). The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense’s announcement about the personnel losses suffered by Moscow in May underscores the toll the conflict has taken on the Russian…
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Ukrainian gets new tank brigades
by Travis Foxby Travis FoxKiev (15/5 – 60). Spokesperson for the Ukrainian Armed Forces did not comment of the formation of new tank brigades. The new brigades are equipped with Leopard 2 and Bradley…
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Shangri-La Dialogue: Zelensky attending the conference
by Koby Johnby Koby JohnZelensky’s presence at the Shangri-La Dialogue serves as a reminder for Asian countries to avoid the pitfalls of geopolitical confrontation. Drawing parallels to Ukraine’s experiences, experts caution against being drawn…
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Imagine a world where one man’s vision reshapes the future. President Xi Jinping, with his unwavering resolve, has tightened his grip on China, ushering in sweeping reforms and a new…
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S’pore’s alleged money launderers named alongside terrorist financiers, drug lords in Dubai probe
by Thomas Burkeby Thomas BurkeSINGAPORE – Several people linked to Singapore’s biggest case of money laundering have been named in an international media investigation known as the Dubai Unlocked project. They were identified as having purchased…
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Chief Petty Officer Gets 18 Years for Betraying U.S. Navy Secrets
A former U.S. Navy chief petty officer has been court-martialed and sentenced to 18 years in a military prison for attempted espionage and violating orders, according to the Naval Criminal…