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International ramifications of the Iranian economic crisis
By P.M.Amza/DailyFT Colombo, January 15 -The current unrest in Iran marks one of the most serious challenges faced by the Islamic Republic since the early decades of its post-revolutionary history. What began as protests driven by economic hardship has steadily evolved into a wider confrontation...
Qatar’s growing role as global mediator ‘deeply necessary’, says Ex-Finnish President Ms.Tarja Halonen
By Fazeena Saleem/The Peninsula Doha, Qatar, December 24 – Former President of Finland and member of the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Board on Mediation, H E Tarja Halonen, has praised Qatar’s growing role as a global mediator, describing its efforts as both “difficult” and deeply...
Jeddah – a special case in diplomatic appointments
By P M Amza/Colombo Telegraph Colombo, January 1 – At the time of filing this article, media reports indicate that the Sri Lankan Government has decided to appoint a non-Muslim as Consul General in Jeddah. The concerns that have emerged in response cannot be dismissed...
From extremism to terrorism: Lessons for Sri Lanka from Bondi Beach
Colombo, December 27 (Pathfinder Foundation) -The terrorist attack at Archer Park, Bondi Beach, on December 14, 2025, is a modern-day example of ideology-driven terrorism inspired by the so-called Islamic State. A public religious festival with about 1,000 attendees was targeted by a father-son duo operating...
India’s Justice Muralidhar appointed chair of UNHRC Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestine
Geneva, November 27- The President of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Jürg Lauber (Switzerland), has appointed Srinivasan Muralidhar (India), Florence Mumba (Zambia) and Chris Sidoti (Australia), to serve as members of the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including...
Egypt’s grand museum if finally open. “Now, we need our Stuff back,’ Egyptians say
The museum’s most anticipated exhibit is the full 5,500 items from King Tutankhamen’s tomb. Egyptians say it’s time to experience their most precious antiquities at home.
Pakistan and Afghanistan announce immediate ceasefire after talks in Doha
Doha, October 19 (Dawn) – Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following high-level negotiations in Doha, where both sides also decided to establish a permanent mechanism to ensure lasting peace and stability, state-run PTV News reported on Sunday. Amid heightened tensions along...
Iran lures transgender foreigners for surgery but forces operations on locals
Iran became a pioneer in gender transition operations by forcing procedures on L.G.B.T.Q. Iranians. Desperate for cash, the Islamic republic is hoping to attract trans patients from around the world
Pakistan Jamiat leader Fazlur Rehman calls for Pak-Afghan truce
Dera Ismail Khan (Pakistan), October 17 (Express Tribune) – Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said on Thursday that fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan was not in the interest of either country and urged that, along with a ceasefire, there should also be restraint in...
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