2026
Iran Anti-Government Protests Turn Deadly Amid Economic Crisis
Lordagan (HRNW)- Anti-government protests against the state of emergency in the southwestern city of Lordagan have turned violent, leaving at least two protesters dead in clashes with security forces, according to the International News Agency. The Interior Ministry reported that protesters pelted stones at the governor’s office, mosque, town hall, and banks, prompting police to…
UAE New Community-Managed Authority Launched to Boost Public Participation in Government
Abu Dhabi (HRNW)- The United Arab Emirates has announced the establishment of a new authority to allow direct public participation in government decisions. President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan unveiled the Community Managed Virtual Authority, which will be run entirely by Emirati citizens, including experts, youth, business people, and retirees on a rotational basis….
Turkey Thousands March to Support Palestinians in Gaza on New Year’s Day
Istanbul (HRNW)- On the first day of the new year, thousands of people took to the streets of Istanbul to express solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza and to demand an end to the Israeli war. Citizens gathered at major mosques, including Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Sultan Ahmed, Fatih, Suleymaniye, and Eminönü New Mosque, waving Turkish…
Russia Alleged Ukrainian Drone Attack on President Putin’s Residence Reported
Novgorod (HRNW)- Russia has released a video claiming an alleged Ukrainian drone attack on President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod. The footage, shared by the Russian Defense Ministry, shows a damaged drone lying in a snow-covered forest. Officials said the attack was carried out in stages and specifically targeted the president’s residence. According to Russian…
Historic 154-Year-Old Vondelpark Church Destroyed by Massive Fire
Amsterdam (HRNW)- A massive fire engulfed the 154-year-old Vondelpark Church near Amsterdam’s famous Vondelpark, causing its tower to collapse and leaving severe damage to one of the city’s key historical and cultural landmarks. Built in 1872, the Vondelpark Church has been an important part of Amsterdam’s historical identity and is located near the city center,…
Doctors Remove Seven Toothbrushes and Two Wrenches from Patient’s Stomach in Rare Surgery
Jaipur (HRNW)- A shocking medical incident has come to light, where seven toothbrushes and two wrenches were removed from the stomach of a 26-year-old man during surgery. The man was brought to a hospital in Jaipur five days ago with a complaint of severe abdominal pain. Doctors made an immediate diagnosis and during a stomach…
Iranian Rial Hits Record Low Amid Economic Crisis and Sanctions
Tehran (HRNW)- Iran is facing a severe economic crisis and its currency has fallen to a shocking level. Due to global economic sanctions, Iran has fallen into a severe economic crisis and its currency has fallen to such an extent that 1.4 million rials are equivalent to just one US dollar. Economists say that the…
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York’s First Muslim Mayor
New York (HRNW)- History was made in New York, America’s largest city, where 34-year-old Democratic leader Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office as mayor in the early hours of January 1, 2026, on the Holy Quran. He has become the first Muslim mayor in the city’s history. The simple but historic swearing-in ceremony was…
Afghanistan Taliban Refuses to Open Transit Gate with Pakistan, Demands International Guarantees
Kabul (HRNW)- The Afghan Taliban interim government has categorically refused to open a transit gate with Pakistan and has taken the position that strong, credible and practical international guarantees must be provided before any action is taken in this regard. UN containers sent back at Torkham- Pakistani authorities tried to enter UN containers into Afghanistan…
Switzerland At Least 10 Dead in New Year’s Eve Bar Explosion at Crans-Montana Resort
Crans-Montana (HRNW)- At least 10 people were killed and more than 10 injured in a powerful explosion that occurred on New Year’s Eve at a bar in a luxury resort in the tourist destination of Crans-Montana. According to foreign media reports, the explosion took place in the bar area of the resort “Ski”, completely destroying…