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Muslims Attack Christian Homes in Pakistan Village Over Political Affiliations and Church Construction

SAHIWAL, PUNJAB, PAKISTAN – A shocking incident occurred in the village of Chak 6/11-L in Sahiwal District, Punjab Province, Pakistan, in the early hours of February 12th. According to reports, a group of Muslims attacked the homes of Christians, hurling petrol bombs and firing gunshots, in a disturbing act of violence. The motive behind this appalling act was the Christians’ support for an opposing political party in the recent elections. The assailants, led by Imran …

Terror Strikes Pashin: Deadly Attack Rocks Political Landscape

A wave of violence has rattled Pashin, a district in Baluchistan province, after a deadly attack targeted the election office of Asfandyar Khan, resulting in numerous casualties. The provincial government’s spokesperson, Jan Achakzai, confirmed the tragic incident that claimed the lives of at least 15 individuals and left many others injured. This has cast a dark shadow over the region’s political landscape, raising concerns about the upcoming elections and the safety of the community. The …

The Story of How Neoliberal Economics Fuels Debt Crisis, Explained by Political Economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson in a Fascinating Discussion

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US economy has seen a massive expansion in debt over the past several decades, leading to growing concerns about financial stability. Political economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson recently discussed the implications of this phenomenon, shedding light on its causes and potential repercussions. During a recent Geopolitical Economy Hour segment, the experts delved into the impact of neoliberal economics on the surge of debt in the US and around the world. …

Mob Attack on Enforcement Directorate Team in West Bengal Leads to 2 Arrests and Political Firestorm

KOLKATA, India – Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the assault on an Enforcement Directorate (ED) team that took place in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district. Mehboob Mollah and Sukamal Sardar were taken into custody following the violent attack on the probe agency team during a raid on the residence of Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Shajahan Sheikh. The incident sparked a political firestorm in West Bengal, with Governor CV Ananda Bose condemning …

Political Violence Erupts: South Korean Opposition Leader Stabbed in Shocking Attack

BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA – The recent stabbing of South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has sent shockwaves through the country and underscored the growing political polarization. The attack, which took place in the city of Busan, is being labeled as the most severe assault on a South Korean politician in almost two decades. According to the police, the attack on Lee was not a spontaneous act of violence but a meticulously planned operation. The alleged …

Kerala Youth Congress President’s Arrest Sparks Political Turmoil in State

Thiruvananthapuram, India – The arrest of Kerala Youth Congress president Rahul Mamkootathil has sparked tension and intense criticism from the grand old party. The arrest, stemming from a recent violent protest, has prompted the Congress to accuse Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of making a “political decision” with the police action. Youth Congress activists staged a protest march to the Secretariat in response to Mamkootathil’s arrest, resulting in clashes with the police, who used water cannons …

String of Murders Shakes Up Mexico’s Political Landscape Ahead of June Elections

CUAUTLA, Morelos – In a series of tragic events, three men with aspirations to run for political office in upcoming municipal and state elections in June were brutally murdered in separate incidents across Mexico in the first week of January. The first victim, Alfredo Giovanni Lezama Barrera, a councilor in Cuautla, Morelos, had ambitions to become a National Action Party (PAN) deputy in the state Congress. The 37-year-old was fatally shot by a lone gunman …

Kurdish Political Prisoners Sentenced to Death in Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

A court in Tehran, Iran, has handed down death sentences to four Kurdish political prisoners for allegedly collaborating with Israel. Tensions between Iran and Israel have been on the rise, and the lives of the prisoners are now considered to be in imminent danger, as reported by the Norwegian-based human rights group Hengaw. The sentences were upheld by a higher court, prompting concern from Hengaw over the swift execution process and the potential political exploitation …

Rising Wave of Political Violence and Threats Grips United States in Wake of Capitol Assault, Says University of Chicago Political Scientist

WASHINGTON—Following the assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, there has been a surge in politically motivated violence and threats against elected officials, judges, and government buildings. This wave of violence has raised concerns about the stability of the democratic process in this presidential-election year. According to Robert Pape, a political scientist at the University of Chicago, the country is currently experiencing a significant level of radicalization, with an increasing number of individuals …