Russian occupation officials illegally insist that Russian law applies to the occupied territories, and state that any exercise of freedom of religion or belief not permitted will be punished under Russia’s Criminal or Administrative Codes. This illegally bans and punishes activities such as unregistered meetings for worship, or protesting for a

On February 28 Mehr News Agency, a semi-official news agency of the government of Iran, reported that the Iranian parliament has approved the agreement to create a free trade zone between Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). This comes just two months after Iran was granted observer status in the EAEU. Iranian Minister of Industry, Mines, a

Despite macroeconomic stabilisation, GDP growth in July–September 2024 was 0.9 per cent, driven primarily by agriculture. The industrial sector — which holds the key to export-driven growth — continued to struggle with negative growth, a worrying sign for a country striving to build export surpluses. Pakistan will hardly manage 3 per cent GDP

“ enhance the NSC’s capabilities, as they have been inadequate so far. They might begin by adding both domestic and international advisers to formulate a winning strategy,” he said. “The dialogue can be postponed, but it’s necessary to exchange new information, control the situation in the area and successfully bring people to the table.�