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Court says ‘all claims dismissed’ after rights groups file lawsuit to stop arms sales, citing genocide convention.A Dutch court has rejected a bid by 10 pro-Palestinian NGOs to stop the Netherlands from exporting weapons to Israel and trading with illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory. The Hague district court stressed on Friday that the state has some leeway in its policies and courts should not rush to step in. “The interim relief court finds that there is no reason to impose a total ban on the export of military and dual-use goods on the state,” it said in…
The European Arab Medical Congress (EAMC) 2024 announced at the conclusion of its work on Friday, that Abu Dhabi will host the 2025 and 2026 editions of the Congress, in confirmation of the emirate’s commitment to continuing its pioneering role in the field of health care and enhancing international cooperation as a forward-looking step towards the future. Congress held a session to develop strategic recommendations with the aim of strengthening medical and research cooperation between Europe and the Arab world. The recommendations included strengthening partnerships between medical institutions to support joint research and development of innovative therapeutic techniques, investing in…
Henri Aoun today is one of the most respected and influential Evangelical leaders in the Arab world.For the last several decades, he was the director of Campus Crusade for Christ International’s ministry of evangelism, discipleship, and pastor training and encouragement in the Arab/Muslim world, overseeing some 1,200 national staff workers in the Middle East.Currently, Aoun focuses exclusively on training, equipping, and coaching ministry leaders in the Arab/Muslim world.Born and raised as a Roman Catholic in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, Aoun eventually found a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. He became “born again,” following the teachings…
Representational image of a person holding a gun. — AFP/FileKARACHI: In a shocking incident, a rider of an online bike-hailing service was shot dead in broad daylight for apparently resisting a robbery bid in Karachi’s Gulistan-e-Johar on Friday.A video from the horrific crime scene, available with Geo News, shows the armed assailant intercepted the rider near Munawar Chowrangi area of the metropolis. Following a verbal brawl and what appeared to be the looting of the rider, the dacoits attempted to flee from the scene but the rider, 40, a resident of Korangi, grabbed one of the muggers. Subsequently, the gunmen opened…
A general view of the White House in Washington, US, on July 21, 2022. — Reuters WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden has unveiled a long-anticipated strategy aimed at tackling the rise in anti-Muslim and anti-Arab hate, which has surged since the onset of the Middle East crisis, stressing the need for immediate and sustained efforts to combat discrimination and prejudice.The 64-page document comes weeks before the inauguration of former President Donald Trump, who imposed a travel ban on people from some majority Muslim countries during his first term that Biden rescinded on his first day in office. The strategy comes more…
Panda sculptures displayed at the Hong Kong International Airport during a welcome ceremony of the panda-themed exhibition “Panda Go!” in Hong Kong on December 2, 2024. — Instagram/@newgovhkIf you are travelling to Hong Kong this weekend, then you are in for a special treat as thousands of giant panda sculptures will welcome you and locals there starting from this Saturday.This massive exhibit, titled ‘Panda Go! Fest HK’, was launched during a ceremony at Hong Kong International Airport earlier this week, featuring 2,500 panda sculptures. The exhibit reflects the city’s growing enthusiasm for the beloved bears following the recent birth of…
Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah. — Supreme Court of Pakistan website/File26th Amendment granted majority to executive in JCP: Justice Shah.Says new JCP composition poses risks for “political appointments”. “In absence of rules, JCP proceedings would be unconstitutional.”Supreme Court’s senior puisne judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has expressed concern over the proceedings of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) in the absence of its rules, saying that the recently-enacted 26th Constitutional Amendment has “fundamentally disturbed the vital balance in the appointments process of the judges in Pakistan”.”The judiciary has enjoyed primacy in the appointment process of the judges in Pakistan, however,…
Pakistan’s skipper Mohammad Rizwan (L) and South Africa’s captain Heinrich Klaasen (R) pictured during the toss of the second T20I on December 13, 2024 at the Centurion Park. — Instagram/therealpcbPakistan have won the toss and elected to bat first against South Africa in the second encounter of the three-match T20I series at the Centurion Park on Friday. “We are going to bat first. Sun is shining. We have one change. We did well in the powerplay, but we did a few mistakes. We are enjoying our time in South Africa,” Pakistan’s skipper Mohammad Rziwan stated after winning the toss. Proteas skipper…
Prince William hails remarkable global operation for wildlife preservation Prince William is celebrating an “unprecedented feat” in combating global illegal wildlife transport and trade.The international law enforcement operation saw the return of hundreds of animals including ring-tailed lemurs (Lemur catta), common brown lemurs (Eulemur fulvus), Spider tortoise (Pyxis arachnoides), and radiated tortoises (Astrochelys radiata) to their habitat in Madagascar. The animals were being smuggled through Thailand for illegal pet trade. Arrests were made in both Madagascar and Thailand in relation to the trafficking of wildlife for illegal pet trade. The remarkable operation was a joint effort of authorities in Thailand,…
A representational image of a demotivated man. — Canva Geo.tv illustration Dear Haya,I’m really struggling with confidence and motivation in my life, particularly because of all the social media consumption. I have always been a very ambitious person but have lately become extremely demotivated and disinterested in both my personal and professional life. During my teenager years as a young guy, I was full of dreams and ambitions about all that I wanted to achieve in my life, but all that has fizzled down as I no longer feel like I would be able to achieve anything. I’m in my…