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People Killed in War Are Not Numbers, But Souls

By Pooneh NedaiEditor in Cjief of Shokaran magazine/ Iran TEHRAN: I believe Killed people in any war are not numbers, but souls. 1000 Iranian people lost their lives during the 12 days of attacks by Israel. Any war has two or more than two sides. People lose their lives and…
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South Asia

Shielded by Power: Impunity of Pakistan’s Elite

Pakistan was ranked 135th (among 180 countries) on the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International By Nasir AijazThe AsiaN Representative ISLAMABAD: Behind the polished speeches and carefully choreographed public appearances of Pakistan’s political elite lies a stark and troubling truth: corruption is deeply entrenched in the country’s corridors of…
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West Asia

12 Days of Unequal Battle

Ali Salehabadi By Ali SalehabadiAli Salehabadi is the Managing Editor of Setareh Sobh, a reformist daily newspaper in Iran. He is known for his sharp commentary on foreign affairs, national security, and economic issues. In 2024, he openly criticized the Iranian government’s military strategy toward Israel, stating that it lacked…
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Politics

The Role of a True Peace Mediator

By Dr. Hassan HumeidaKIEL, GERMANY: In times of war or armed conflict, heightened emotions and deep-seated mistrust often prevent the involved parties from pursuing de-escalation independently. In such circumstances, mediation becomes essential to prevent fatal miscalculations and avert further humanitarian, economic, social and political disasters. Peace mediation offers a constructive…
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West Asia

War and Ambiguous Grief

It feels strange when you see on a map that your house is in an area that is going to be bombed in a few minutes. By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: In war, explosives are used. Explosives and firearms kill some and injure others. But the damage is not…
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West Asia

Bridging Cultures: Bahrain, China Strengthen Tourism Ties Through Direct Flights, Visa-Free Travel

Fatma Al Sairafi, Ambassador Ni Ruchi and Jeffrey Goh, Gulf Air Group CEO attending the “Nihao! China” show By Habib Toumi MANAMA: In a significant boost to international tourism and cultural exchange, the number of Chinese tourists visiting Bahrain is on the rise—thanks to the introduction of direct flights between…
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EditorsPick

Iranian Nobel Peace Prize Winner Shirin Ebadi: What’s Most Needed Now is a Complete Cessation of Nuclear Enrichment and an Immediate Ceasefire

Attorney Shirin Ebadi during her visit to Woljeongsa Temple in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do on the afternoon of December 13, 2022. At the time, Shirin Ebadi attended the ‘World Summit of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates’ held in Pyeongchang along with Kailash Satyarthi and Rima Bowe. By Lee Sang-kiAsiaN reporter, former president of…
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West Asia

War, Human and the Repetition of History-

Kindergarten for autistic children is closed Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: The ninth day of the war in Iran was the beginning of the week. (The Iranian week is from Saturday to Friday). There was more traffic in the city. The number of citizens in the subway had increased significantly.…
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West Asia

Tehran Residents Return Home

By Pooneh Nedai – IranTERHRAN: Today, after the ninth day of Israel’s attack and invasion of Iranian territory, during which many citizens fled Tehran, we witnessed the return of Tehran residents. After staying for several days in cities around Tehran and the northern regions of the country, Tehran’s citizens have…
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West Asia

War can never bring true liberation

Since weekends in Iran start on Saturday, the city regained some liveliness. About half of the banks reopened, while universities remained closed. Theaters and cinemas are expected to reopen soon. Some residents who had fled the city returned on Friday, saying they were exhausted and had come back to help…
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