Russia says the unconditional recognition of Iran’s right to civilian nuclear energy is key to the settlement of the West’s dispute with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear energy program. Russia believes a long-term settlement towards the Iranian nuclear issue should be based on the recognition of Iran’s “unconditional right to develop its civilian nuclear… Continue reading Recognize Iran`s Nuclear Right: Russia
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Blast in Karachi Kills 4 Security Officers
At least four members of the Pakistani security forces have been killed and three others wounded in a bomb explosion near a paramilitary complex in the southern port city of Karachi. The bomb detonated near the headquarters of the Rangers paramilitary forces in the Korangi area of the city late on Wednesday when the security… Continue reading Blast in Karachi Kills 4 Security Officers
N Korea Army Receives Approval to Attack US
The North Korean Army says it has received final approval for a nuclear attack on the United States in response to Washington’s threats and its planned deployment of an advanced ballistic missile system to the Pacific island of Guam. The General Staff of the Korean People’s Army (KPA) said in a statement issued Thursday that… Continue reading N Korea Army Receives Approval to Attack US
Air Pollution kills over 1.2 million People in China
A data analysis shows that air pollution has killed more than 1.2 million people in China in 2010. The study conducted by the University of Washington, World Health Organization and Health Effects Institute also found that air pollution has resulted in the death of 3.2 million people worldwide in 2010. Robert O’Keefe, the vice president… Continue reading Air Pollution kills over 1.2 million People in China
Halal Meals in Taiwanese Restaurants
Sixteen restaurants around Taiwan were given Halal certification Monday, which identifies them as trustworthy establishments that serve food in compliance with Islamic dietary law. The granting of the certificates at a ceremony in Taipei was part of Taiwan’s efforts to attract more Muslim tourists in a bid to expand its tourism. The certificates were issued… Continue reading Halal Meals in Taiwanese Restaurants
Seoul Will Strongly Respond to Any Attack
South Korean President Park Geun-hye has warned North Korea that any provocation will be met with a “strong response,” after Pyongyang said it was in a state of war with Seoul. “If there is any provocation against South Korea and its people, there should be a strong response in initial combat without any political considerations,”… Continue reading Seoul Will Strongly Respond to Any Attack
N. Korea Appoints New PM
North Korea has reappointed the economic reformist Pak Pong Ju as prime minister amid the country’s escalating tensions with South Korea which has placed the two neighbors in a “state of war.” Political analysts contend that the Monday appointment of Pak underlines the determination of new leader Kim Jong Un to concentrate on substantial economic… Continue reading N. Korea Appoints New PM
Thousands Gather to Support N. Korean Military
Tens of thousands of people have staged mass rallies in North Korea in support of the country’s military as tensions flare up on the Korean Peninsula. The protesters, who expressed strong support for the nation’s armed forces, held demonstrations all over the country on Sunday. A government statement said North Korea’s nuclear weapons are “the… Continue reading Thousands Gather to Support N. Korean Military
Blast in Political Rally Kills 2, Wounds 6 in Pakistan
A roadside bomb attack near an election rally in restive Northwest Pakistan killed two people and injured six including a former MP on Sunday, police said. The bomb exploded in the town of Bannu, where former MP Adnan Wazir, a member of the secular Awami National Party (ANP) from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, was heading a… Continue reading Blast in Political Rally Kills 2, Wounds 6 in Pakistan
Russia Keeps Syria`s UN Seat Safe
Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Vitaly Churkin, said Russia will firmly prevent the attempts seeking to give Syria’s seat at the UN to the Syrian opposition. “The UN is an international organization where seats can’t be granted to opposition groups that didn’t go through the necessary measures to be granted legitimacy, and we will… Continue reading Russia Keeps Syria`s UN Seat Safe
Gunmen Kill School Principal in Pakistan
Unidentified gunmen have attacked a primary school in the southern Pakistani port city of Karachi, killing the principal of the school and injuring eight children, police officials say. “The principal of (the Nation School) was killed and eight children were wounded when unknown gunmen fired at school gate …,” AFP quoted senior police official Imran… Continue reading Gunmen Kill School Principal in Pakistan