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COURT - WAR CRIMES - HELSINKI, FINLAND - TORDEN

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on January 23, 2025. Torden is suspected of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. With Torden accompanied legal assistant Heikki Lampela (R). LEHTIKUVA / JUSSI NUKARI - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Jussi Nukari/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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COURT - WAR CRIMES - HELSINKI, FINLAND - TORDEN

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on January 23, 2025. Torden is suspected of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. With Torden accompanied legal assistant Heikki Lampela (R). LEHTIKUVA / JUSSI NUKARI - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Jussi Nukari/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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COURT - WAR CRIMES - HELSINKI, FINLAND - TORDEN

Legal assistant Heikki Lampela of Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, in Helsinki District Court on January 23, 2025. Torden is suspected of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. LEHTIKUVA / JUSSI NUKARI - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Jussi Nukari/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Germany: Right-Wing Extremist Demonstration In Aachen Sparks Large Counter-Protest

A right-wing extremist group held a demonstration in Aachen, Germany, on Saturday evening, January 18. Thousands of counter-protesters gathered in the eastern district at almost the same time.

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Suicide Bomb Kills Taliban Minister - Kabul

A security force member is seen outside the gate of the ministry for refugees and repatriation of the Afghan caretaker government in Kabul, Afghanistan, Dec. 12, 2024. The extremist militant group Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed Afghanistan's acting minister for refugees and repatriation on Wednesday. IS militant detonated his explosive vest, resulting in the deaths of Khalil Rahman Haqqani and several of his colleagues and bodyguards, a report issued by IS-affiliated news agency "Amaq" stated. Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Suicide Bomb Kills Taliban Minister - Kabul

Security force members are seen outside the gate of the ministry for refugees and repatriation of the Afghan caretaker government in Kabul, Afghanistan, Dec. 12, 2024. The extremist militant group Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed Afghanistan's acting minister for refugees and repatriation on Wednesday. IS militant detonated his explosive vest, resulting in the deaths of Khalil Rahman Haqqani and several of his colleagues and bodyguards, a report issued by IS-affiliated news agency "Amaq" stated. Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski, 2ndR) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. The legal assistant Heikki Lampela on the right. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski, 2ndR) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. The legal assistant Heikki Lampela on the right. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Media follows the trial of Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Media follows the trial of Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski, 2ndR) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. The legal assistant Heikki Lampela on the right. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski) in Helsinki District Court

Russian Voislav Torden (also known as Yan Petrovski, 2ndR) the ex-commander of the Russian far-right extremist Rusich paramilitary group, suspected of committing war crimes in Ukraine, photographed through a screen in Helsinki District Court on December 5, 2024 during the beginning of the main trial of the case. Torden is suspected of of an aggravated war crime and several other war crimes. Media followed the trial through a video connection from the next room. The legal assistant Heikki Lampela on the right. LEHTIKUVA / HEIKKI SAUKKOMAA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Heikki Saukkomaa/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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US 2024 Election Day – Voters Line Up Outside Polling Stations

Voters lined up before polling opened across America on Election Day, November 5.

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A woman seen from the back, standing in the water and looking at the horizon, on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A woman seen from the back, looking at the horizon, holds her daughter on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Three young women taking a selfie in front of the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim population. The town's cultural vibrancy is a testament to the community's resilience. On this final d

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A woman seen from the back, standing in the water and looking at the horizon, on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Two Muslim women wearing red on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim population. Th

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A Muslim woman in the water cares for her child in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim populati

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Muslim families gathered on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim population. The to

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Two young women taking a selfie in front of the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim po

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A Muslim woman in the water cares for her child in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim populati

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Two Muslim women in the water together care for a child in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Muslim families gathered on the beach in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim population. The to

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A group of women together in the water in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim population. The t

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

Three children playing in the water gaze into the lens in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home to a large Muslim p

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The Beach A Temporary Escape for Muslims - Sri Lanka

A woman seen from the back, along with four children at the water's edge, in Weligama, Sri Lanka, on January 2nd, 2022. In Sri Lanka, the Muslim community has faced increasing challenges since the 2019 Easter bombings, when coordinated attacks on churches and hotels by a local Islamist extremist group claimed over 250 lives. In the aftermath, anti-Muslim sentiment surged across the island, leading to heightened discrimination and hostility. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the government introduced a series of stringent policies impacting the Muslim community. These measures included banning the burqa and niqab in public spaces, closing over 1,000 madrasas, and requiring all Islamic texts entering the country to be reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Defense. These actions have raised significant concerns about religious freedom and the marginalization of Muslims in Sri Lankan society. Weligama, a picturesque coastal town located approximately three hours south of Colombo, is home

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20 IS suspects detained in western Türkiye

STORY: 20 IS suspects detained in western Türkiye SHOOTING TIME: May 20, 2024/ File DATELINE: May 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:37 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of special operations STORYLINE: Turkish police detained on Monday 20 suspected members of the Islamic State (IS) in a large operation in Türkiye's western province of Izmir, local media reported. As part of the investigation conducted by the Izmir Public Prosecutor's Office Terrorism Crimes Investigation Bureau, several simultaneous operations were carried out in the Menemen district, according to the state-run TRT broadcaster. Police units seized weapons, organizational documents, and many digital materials during the searches at the addresses, TRT said, noting that the suspects were referred to the courthouse for further procedures. Türkiye, which listed IS as a terror organization in 2013, has faced multiple attacks from the extremist group. In response, Turkish authorities have initiated counter-terro

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Germany: Memorial Service For Hanau Shooting Victims Held In Brunswick

A memorial service was held in Brunswick, Germany for the victims of Hanau shooting on Monday, February 19. The racist attack occurred on 19 February 2020 killing 9 people and injuring 5 by a far-right extremist. Similar event was also held in Berlin with thousands of attendees.

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Japan: Thousands Join Pro-Palestine Demonstration In Tokyo Following Global Day Of Action For Gaza

Thousands joined a pro-Palestine demonstration in Tokyo on Sunday, February 18, protesting Israel's ongoing attacks in Gaza and the intensifying strikes in Rafah. According to the organizers, around 2,000 people joined the protest. A global day of action were held in many cities worldwide on February 17, similarly supporting Palestine and calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

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Lebanon: Israel Carries Out Airstrikes Near Sidon

Israel carried out 2 airstrikes targeting alleged Hezbollah weapons warehouse locations near Sidon on Monday, February 19. Lebanese state-run National News Agency reported that "Israeli warplanes carried out strikes on the town of Ghaziyeh". The Israeli army said that the attack was in "response to to the explosion of an enemy drone, the wreckage of which was found near the Tiberias area this afternoon." This live footage shows smoke billowing as seen from Sidon.

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Jordanian king, French president meet on Gaza conflict

STORY: Jordanian king, French president meet on Gaza conflict SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 21, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:37 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of King Abdullah II of Jordan and French President Emmanuel Macron STORYLINE: King Abdullah II of Jordan on Thursday urged the global community to push for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and protection of civilians during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in the Jordanian city of Aqaba. At the meeting, the king said the continuation of the Israeli aggression on Gaza would have disastrous repercussions on the entire region, according to a statement by the Royal Hashemite Court. Calling for immediate action to facilitate the delivery of sufficient and sustainable humanitarian aid to the strip, King Abdullah also warned of extremist settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, as well as violations in Muslim and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. The king, who warned against any attempt

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UN General Assembly adopts resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza

STORY: UN General Assembly adopts resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 12, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:34 LOCATION: UN Headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of UNGA Hall 2. various of delegates voting 3. various of voting result on screen 4. various of President of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly Dennis Francis announcing voting result 5. various of delegates applauding 6. wide shot of Francis walking up to rostrum 7. SOUNDBITE (English): DENNIS FRANCIS, President of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly 8. various of Francis speaking 9. various of delegates STORYLINE: The UN General Assembly on Tuesday afternoon adopted a resolution demanding an "immediate humanitarian ceasefire" in Gaza. Member states voted down two amendments making specific reference to "extremist group Hamas," with 153 supporting the draft resolution, 10 against and 23 countries abstaining. The resolution demands an "immediate humanitarian c

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EU countries reinforce border controls amid security concerns

STORY: EU countries reinforce border controls amid security concerns DATELINE: Oct. 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:45 LOCATION: Zagreb CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Croatian-Slovenian border 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Croatian): NIKOLAS NEMIC, Passenger 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Croatian): MIROSLAV STJEPIC, Passenger 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Croatian): SAVO DUJANIC, Passenger 7. SOUNDBITE 4 (German): GENSCH UMAR, Passenger STORYLINE: Amid concerns related to extremist violence and illegal migration, several European Union (EU) countries, part of the Schengen area that typically allows free movement, have recently tightened their border controls. On Oct. 19, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic announced temporary reintroduction of border controls with Slovenia, hours after the Slovenian government decided to implement border controls with Croatia and Hungary from Oct.21 till Oct. 30. SOUNDBITE 1 (Croatian): NIKOLAS NEMIC, Passenger "They surely have their reasons to introduce control. I don't want to be involved

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Türkiye arrests 17 suspects for transferring money to IS

STORY: Türkiye arrests 17 suspects for transferring money to IS DATELINE: Oct. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:57 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS/MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the large-scale operation in Istanbul STORYLINE: Turkish police on Tuesday rounded up 17 suspects accused of transferring money to Islamic State (IS) members in a large-scale operation in Istanbul, local media reported. Authorities found that the suspects were illegally transferring money between Türkiye and conflict zones through companies and individuals, the private news agency Demiroren said. Demiroren said that 20 suspects were identified to have links with the extremist group as part of the investigation. Police have captured 17 of them. Türkiye declared the IS a terrorist organization in 2013 and began to crack down on its cells after it claimed responsibility for a series of deadly attacks on Turkish soil. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Istanbul, Türkiye. (XHTV)

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Egypt deeply condemns burning of copy of Munificent Quran in Stockholm by extremist

STORY: Egypt deeply condemns burning of copy of Munificent Quran in Stockholm by extremist DATELINE: June 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egypt's Foreign Ministry headquarters in Cairo 2. various of Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry speaking in a press conference 3. various of Al Azhar headquarters STORYLINE: The Egyptian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the recent Quran-burning incident in Sweden during the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, emphasizing the responsibility of states to prevent incitement and hate crimes. In a statement, the ministry called the incident "a shameful act that ignites the feelings of Muslims around the world." The ministry stressed the importance of upholding the values of respecting others and their sanctities, as well as fostering tolerance, acceptance, and peaceful coexistence between peoples. It also voiced concerns over the rise of Islamophobia in some European states and called on countries to address the issue and p

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Russian, Iranian, Syrian, Turkish defense ministers discuss Syrian security

STORY: Russian, Iranian, Syrian, Turkish defense ministers discuss Syrian security DATELINE: April 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:37 LOCATION: Moscow CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of quadripartite talks (Courtesy of TASS) STORYLINE: Defense ministers of Russia, Iran, Syria and Türkiye held quadripartite talks in Moscow on Tuesday to explore measures aimed at strengthening security in Syria and normalizing Syrian-Turkish relations. The participants paid special attention to the issues of countering all manifestations of terrorist threats and the fight against all extremist groups in Syria, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement. Following the talks, the parties reaffirmed their desire to preserve the territorial integrity of Syria as well as the need to intensify efforts for the speedy return of Syrian refugees to their homeland, the statement read. The heads of defense departments considered the dialogue held in the four-party format as constructive and agreed to continue it in a bid to furt

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Iraq's Haditha popular tourist destination for Iraqis

STORY: Iraq's Haditha popular tourist destination for Iraqis DATELINE: Feb. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:10 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Haditha City STORYLINE: Straddling the Euphrates River, the city of Haditha, some 200 km northwest of the Iraqi capital Baghdad, is one of the most beautiful tourist sites in the vast desert province of Anbar. Haditha is also famous for its ancient yet still functioning water wheels (also known as al-Nawaeer), which are moved by the river's flow to raise water from the river to the high agricultural lands, particularly when water levels of the river receded. The city is a popular tourist destination for its stunning scenery, especially since the security situation improved after the Iraqi forces dislodged the extremist Islamic State (IS) militants from the country in 2017. The city of Haditha is located near the Haditha Dam, which is the second largest dam in Iraq after the Mosul Dam. This dam greatly improves the city's development, providing m

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-SCULPTOR

(230114) -- BAGHDAD, Jan. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 10, 2023 in the Iraqi capital Baghdad shows a miniature statue, made by Hadi Hamza, representing an Iraqi woman carrying a rifle, who was killed while fighting with the extremist Islamic State militants. TO GO WITH "Feature: Iraqi sculptor uses artworks to encourage people to rebuild life" (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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Egypt protests Israeli minister's visit to Al-Aqsa Mosque

STORY: Egypt protests Israeli minister's visit to Al-Aqsa Mosque DATELINE: Jan. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:17 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egyptian Foreign Ministry in Cairo STORYLINE: In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, Egypt expressed its regret on Tuesday that Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir "stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque accompanied by extremist elements under the protection of Israeli force," stressing that it totally rejected "any unilateral measures that violate the legal and historical status quo in Jerusalem." The statement warned against the negative repercussions of such activities on the stability and security of the occupied territories and the future of regional peace, calling on all parties to practice self-control and refrain from provoking the situation. Earlier Tuesday, Ben-Gvir visited the flashpoint holy site Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem, which was denounced by the Palestinian side as a provocation. The Jerusalem holy

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Iraqi refugees from extremist attacks face intense winter

TOKYO, Japan - Refugees fleeing attacks by Islamic State extremists live in abandoned houses in a mountain range in northern Iraq on Dec. 9, 2014, using plastic sheeting to cover windows and other broken parts. Many are faced with intense cold weather, including snow and freezing temperatures, without adequate warm clothing and other winter supplies.

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Aleppo governor to support efforts for release of Japanese

ALEPPO, Syria - Mohammad Wahid Akkad, governor of Aleppo in northern Syria, says he is willing to support efforts for the release of Haruna Yukawa, a Japanese man believed to have been captured by the extremist Islamic State militant group, during an interview with Kyodo News on Aug. 21, 2014, in Aleppo.

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Nigerians demand rescue of abducted schoolgirls

ABUJA, Nigeria - Demonstrators call in the Nigerian capital Abuja on July 9, 2014, for the rescue of schoolgirls abducted in April by Islamist extremist group Boko Haram.

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Woman demands rescue of abducted schoolgirls in Nigeria

ABUJA, Nigeria - A woman appeals at a demonstration in the Nigerian capital Abuja on July 9, 2014, for the rescue of schoolgirls abducted in April by Islamist extremist group Boko Haram.

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(2)Rightist pleads guilty to murdering lawmaker Ishii

TOKYO, Japan - Hakusui Ito, a right-wing extremist pleaded guilty at the Tokyo District Court on Jan. 21 to murdering Diet member Koki Ishii (in file photo) in front of the lawmaker's house in Tokyo's Setagaya Ward last October. Ito, 48, the leader of Shukojuku, meaning ''emperor protection corps,'' admitted the charges at the first hearing of his trial at the district court.

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Street performer dances to pray for Kojiri

AMAGASAKI, Japan - Street performer Giriyark Amagasaki dances in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, on May 3 to pray for Tomohiro Kojiri, an Asahi Shimbun reporter fatally shot in 1987 by a suspected right-wing extremist at the newspaper's bureau in Nishinomiya in the prefecture.

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Poet writes poem to pray for Kojiri

AMAGASAKI, Japan - Haiku poet Daiyu Kiwari writes a poem in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, on May 3, to pray for Tomohiro Kojiri, an Asahi Shimbun reporter fatally shot in 1987 by a suspected right-wing extremist at the newspaper's bureau in Nishinomiya in the prefecture.

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(1)Statute of limitations expires for reporter's murder

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Hyogo prefectural police head Kaoru Okada (in pool photo) prays May 3 for the repose of Tomohiro Kojiri, an Asahi Shimbun reporter fatally shot in 1987 by a suspected right-wing extremist at the newspaper's bureau in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture. The statute of limitations for the 1987 murder expired at midnight May 2 without an arrest.

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(2)Statute of limitations expires for reporter's murder

HIROSHIMA, Japan - Nobukatsu Kojiri (R) and his wife Miyoko visit the tomb of their son Tomohiro, an Asahi Shimbun reporter fatally shot in 1987 by a suspected right-wing extremist at the newspaper's bureau in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture. The statute of limitations for the 1987 murder expired at midnight May 2 without an arrest.