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Saudi Arabia Announces Strict Penalties for Unauthorized Hajj
Riyadh (HRNW)- The Saudi Arabian government has announced strict penalties for performing or attempting to perform Hajj without permission. According to the Saudi Ministry of Interior, those who violate the permit issued for Hajj will be fined up to 20,000 riyals. Similarly, those who shelter or provide any kind of assistance to illegal pilgrims will…
BBC Announces Layoff of 2,000 Employees Amid Financial Pressure
London (HRNW)- The British broadcasting organization BBC has decided to lay off around 2,000 employees due to mounting financial difficulties and budgetary pressure. According to reports, the decision has been taken in view of rising inflation, declining income, and overall financial constraints facing the organization. BBC officials say that major measures have become necessary to maintain…
Economist Jeffrey Sachs Criticizes Trump’s Policies and Statements
Washington (HRNW)- Columbia University economist and professor Jeffrey Six has strongly criticized former US President Donald Trump’s policies, statements and social media posts, raising questions about his behavior. Professor Jeffrey Six described the tensions with Iran, failed negotiations and US foreign policy as disorganized and opaque. He said that the current situation gives the impression…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Visits Roza-e-Rasool, Offers Special Prayers
Madinah (HRNW)- Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahbaz Sharif visited the Holy Shrine of the Prophet (peace be upon him) at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. On this occasion, the doors of the Holy Shrine were specially opened for the Prime Minister. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif performed Nawafil prayers during his visit to the Holy Shrine…
UN Human Rights Experts Condemn Murder of Defender in South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa (HRNW) – On April 15, 2026, UN independent experts issued a strong condemnation of the murder of human rights defender Zweli ‘Khabazela’ Mkhize. The experts called for a prompt and impartial investigation into the killing, noting a worrying trend of violence against activists in the region. Simultaneously, the UN Human Rights Office…
ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 Opens at UN Headquarters
New York, USA (HRNW) – The 2026 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum commenced this week, bringing together young leaders from around the world to shape the “Road to 2030.” Running through April 16, the forum focuses on innovative solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) amidst complex global crises, including climate change and…
IAEA Chief Demands Strict Nuclear Checks in Potential US-Iran Peace Deal
Seoul, South Korea (HRNW) – Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated on April 15, 2026, that any agreement to end the war between the U.S. and Iran must include “very detailed” verification measures. Speaking in Seoul, Grossi emphasized that without full access for inspectors to verify Iran’s nuclear activities,…
Security Council Extends Libya Sanctions and Panel of Experts Mandate
New York, USA (HRNW) – The UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2819 on April 14, 2026, extending the sanctions regime on Libya and the mandate of its Panel of Experts until August 2027. The resolution maintains the arms embargo and asset freeze while providing specific exemptions to support the country’s stability. Additionally, the Council…
Developing Nations Launch “Borrowers’ Platform” Amid Global Economic Shock
Washington D.C., USA (HRNW) – On April 15, 2026, on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank meetings, developing countries launched a new “Borrowers’ Platform” to amplify their voice in debt negotiations. UN Secretary-General António Guterres hailed the initiative as a “breakthrough in global financing,” comparable to the Paris Club. UN analysis warns that the ongoing…
Sudan is an “Atrocities Laboratory,” UN Aid Chief Tells Berlin Conference
Berlin, Germany (HRNW) – At the third International Conference for Sudan on April 15, 2026, UN Humanitarian Affairs Chief Tom Fletcher described the country as an “atrocities laboratory.” As a fourth year of warfare begins, global leaders pledged over $1 billion to address the deepening crisis. Fletcher cited the denial of food, sexual violence, and…