A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has reduced violence across Lebanon, yet thousands of displaced families remain unable to return home because widespread destruction and continued military occupation have left many communities uninhabitable. For many residents, the end of fighting has brought temporary calm but little hope of rebuilding their lives in the near future. […]
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Lebanon conflict brings Muslim and Christian communities closer
Beirut: Ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon have strengthened unity between Muslim and Christian communities, as residents from different faiths come together to support those affected by the conflict. During a visit to war-affected areas in southern Lebanon, journalist and host Hamid Mir witnessed examples of interfaith solidarity that have emerged amid the humanitarian crisis. […]
Malaysian Sabah fire destroys 200 homes, displaces hundreds
A major fire swept through a coastal village in Malaysia’s Sabah state, destroying around 200 wooden homes and forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate rapidly during the early hours of Sunday morning. Authorities confirmed that strong winds and tightly packed stilt houses accelerated the blaze, making containment extremely difficult for emergency teams on the […]
Drone strike by RSF worsens Sudan humanitarian crisis
A drone attack by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces killed at least 24 people, including eight children, on Saturday. The attack hit a vehicle carrying displaced families in North Kordofan province. Doctors and aid groups warned it worsens the country’s growing humanitarian crisis. The attack occurred near Rahad city, said the Sudan Doctors Network, which […]
Tirah residents decry neglect as damaged homes remain unrepaired
KHYBER: Residents of the militancy-hit Tirah Valley and Upper Bara have accused their elected representatives of ignoring their plight, despite their return home years ago. Many say that since repatriation in 2015 and 2022, they have not seen their lawmakers visit the region. Read More: Floods damage 229,000 homes, kill 22,841 livestock Locals complained that MNA Iqbal Afridi […]
Heavy rain floods Gaza camps as winter looms
GAZA/CAIRO – Heavy rain swept through the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, flooding tents and shelters of thousands of Palestinians displaced by Israel’s two-year war. Many residents now face the prospect of harsh winter conditions without sturdy homes. Read More: Thailand battles historic floods after 300-year rainfall record The conflict, which displaced the majority of Gaza’s 2 million […]
Residents return as Shah Khani declared terrorist-free
BAJAUR: Authorities on Wednesday declared Shah Khani village in Nawagai tehsil cleared of terrorists, allowing displaced residents to return to their homes. The district administration issued a notification, shared on the official Facebook page of Deputy Commissioner Shahid Ali Khan, confirming that residents who had vacated the village prior to the security operation could safely […]