There are some reasons to suspect that Russian intelligence had something to do with an incident reinforcing Turkish opposition to Sweden’s NATO bid.
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French State Council Confirms Hijab Ban in Soccer Games, Against Public Rapporteur’s Advise
The opinion of the “rapporteur public” is generally followed, but the female pro-hijab soccer players prefer to wait for the final decision before proclaiming victory.
Nicaragua, Covering Catholic Procession Enough for Journalist to Go to Jail
Victor Ticay is in jail since April 6. On June 22, the regime confirmed he was declared guilty on June 9, but to what penalty he was sentenced is a state secret.
Pakistan: Another Sikh Man Killed in a Hate Crime in Peshawar
Shopkeeper Manmohan Singh was assassinated last week. Two days before, hakim Tarlok Singh barely escaped.
Investigation Concluded: Twelve Tribes Not Responsible for 2021 Colorado’s Marshall Fire
It was easy to blame a “cult” for the most destructive fire in Colorado history. The official investigation has now concluded it was innocent.
Pakistan: Humoring Extremist Tehreek-e-Labbaik, Government Promises Harsher Punishment of Blasphemy
International institutions asked Pakistan to repeal the blasphemy laws. But the government now plans more anti-blasphemy repression rather than less.
Russia, Transformation Center Church Falsely Accused of Supporting “Ukrainian Terrorists”
The U.S.-based organization led by Andrey Shapovalov inspires several Russian churches. It has been declared “undesirable.”
Bangladesh: Riots and Court Decisions on Fabricated Blasphemy Cases
After a court sentenced an illiterate Hindu youth to ten years in jail, a mob tried to lynch another man for allegedly offending Prophet Muhammad.
Melitopol: Russians Station Soldiers and Weapons in Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
The historical cathedral was occupied last week in violation of international law.
Pakistan, Young Christian Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy
Noman Masih is accused of having shared caricatures of Prophet Muhammad via WhatsApp. He claims to be innocent.