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Female circumcision in Russia – exists and is not punished

Every year, millions of women and girls in the world are subjected to the procedure “female circumcision.” In the process of this dangerous practice, women have part or all of their external genitalia removed. Among the victims are also residents of the North Caucasian republics of Russia, and the Russian authorities do not punish the […]

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The US excludes the last major Russian state bank from SWIFT

The last of Russia’s major state-owned banks, which retains access to the SWIFT system for international payments in the world’s major currencies, will become subject to new US sanctions. The White House is considering blacklisting Gazprombank, the Russian Federation’s third-largest bank by assets, which is a “hub” for gas payments with Europe. As the Nikkei […]

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Russian Patriarch Kirill had a hard word for Halloween

A toxic holiday that revives paganism, the spiritual leader believes In a speech, the head of the Russian Orthodox Church warned against what he called attempts to “revive paganism,” saying neo-paganism had infiltrated certain “military circles” in Russia. Patriarch Kirill criticized the former chief prosecutor of Crimea and member of the State Duma Nataliya Poklonskaya, […]

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Devastating Fatwa: Top Islamic Scholar in Gaza Criticizes Hamas for October 7

А prominent Islamic scholar in the Gaza Strip has issued an atypical and strong fatwa condemning the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel that sparked the war in the enclave. Prof. Dr. Salman al-Dayah, former dean of the Faculty of Sharia and Law at the Hamas-affiliated Islamic University of Gaza, is one of the […]

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Russia, 147 Jehovah’s Witnesses sentenced to heavy terms languish behind bars

On 25 October, 46-year-old Jehovah’s Witness Roman Mareev was released after having served his prison term but many others are still behind barbed wires: 147 according to the database of religious prisoners of Human Rights Without Frontiers in Brussels. In Russia, to be a Jehovah’s Witness is a worse crime than to kidnap or to rape. In comparison Anatoliy Marunov and Sergei […]

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Green Escapes – Best Parks To Enjoy A Sunday Stroll In Brussels

Brussels is a city brimming with vibrant parks that invite you to take a leisurely Sunday stroll. Whether you’re searching for a peaceful retreat or a bustling green space filled with life, there’s a perfect park waiting for you. In this blog post, you’ll discover some of the best spots to unwind amidst nature’s beauty, […]

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EESC proposes concrete recommendations for building a resilient and sustainable food system for the future

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has laid out a bold vision for transforming the EU’s agriculture, fisheries, and food systems to better withstand crises while ensuring sustainability. The opinion “Fostering sustainable and resilient food systems in times of crisis,” requested by the Hungarian presidency, was adopted at the October plenary. By focusing on […]

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A court on the Greek island of Syros imposed a fine of 200 euros for ringing a church bell

A court on the Greek island of Syros has banned the ringing of church bells on the island unless it is for religious and worship purposes of the temple. The reason for the decision is that the bell is not part of a clock that rings continuously. The bell of the temple in question was […]

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85 per cent of journalist killings go unpunished

The dangers faced by journalists, including risks to their lives, are highlighted each year on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, which falls on 2 November. This year, the International Day coincides with the biannual UNESCO Director-General’s Report on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity, which recorded a 38 per […]

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Omar Harfouch: A Virtuoso Championing Peace Through Music

Omar Harfouch, the Lebanese-born pianist and composer, continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and dedication to fostering global unity through music. With his remarkable blend of talent, charisma, and advocacy for peace, Harfouch remains an influential figure in the world of music and beyond. His latest series of concerts, highlighted by his performance […]

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Eurogroup Gathers in Brussels: A Strategic Review of Economic Resilience

On November 4, 2024, the Eurogroup convenes in Brussels to address critical macroeconomic developments and the state of the banking union in the euro area. This meeting follows the recent annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, held from October 21 to 26, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The discussions will […]

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Floods Strike Valencia, and Scientology Volunteer Ministers Respond with Compassion

KINGNEWSWIRE // Valencia, Spain – Scientology Volunteer Ministers (VMs) have coordinated over 3000 hours of volunteer work so far in Valencia and the applications of volunteers keep growing, while still much more is needed. VMs in Valencia are cleaning streets, houses, garages, delivering food, clothes, and tools, all thanks to the solidarity of the Scientology network in […]

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Germany Systemic mass-scale religious segregation condoned by the European Union for 10 years

As of 5 October 2024, 512 public tenders submitted by Germany to the EU in the nine first months of the year were accepted and published by the EU Tenders Transparency Portal despite their egregiously discriminatory nature. Their peculiarity was that they contained a “Bidder’s declaration of protection” against a specific religious group to be […]

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More action on the ground needed to save civilian lives in Gaza, top UN official tells Security Council

Sigrid Kaag updated ambassadors on the implementation of resolution 2720, adopted last December, which established her mandate following the brutal 7 October Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the start of hostilities in Gaza. She was also tasked with establishing a UN mechanism for accelerating the provision of humanitarian relief consignments to the enclave, operationalized and […]

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Sudan’s displaced have endured ‘unimaginable suffering, brutal atrocities’

Nineteen months since conflict erupted between rival militaries the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over the transfer of power to civilian rule, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) expressed deep concern that more than three million people have now been forced to flee the country in search of safety. “It’s been over […]

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