12 years behind bars: Egypt pardons prominent activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah; family, supporters celebrate release

Egyptian authorities have announced a presidential pardon for prominent activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, imprisoned for nearly 12 years. Abd el-Fattah, a symbol of the Arab Spring uprising, was serving a…

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Tucker Carlson remarks at Charlie Kirk memorial: Why far-right commentator was accused of anti-Semitism

Tucker Carlson's speech at a Charlie Kirk memorial has sparked antisemitism accusations due to his comparison of Kirk's death to Jesus' crucifixion, employing language echoing antisemitic tropes. Critics point to…

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UAE suspends tourist and work visa applications for nine countries: Full breakdown of the 2026 visa ban

The UAE has halted the issuance of tourist and work visas for citizens of nine countries, including Bangladesh, Uganda, and Afghanistan, under a 2026 immigration directive. Though not officially confirmed,…

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