This Week in World News Starting With Iraq & Iran Earthquake
by Selina Bakkar in World on 13th November, 2017
Earthquake in Iraq and Iran
Over 300 people have died and 4,000 have been injured after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the border between Iraq and Iran. Whilst the Earthquake has hit the border, most deaths have happened in Iran. The Earthquake was felt as far as Turkey and Pakistan.
Praying for Iraq and Iran, 7.2 earthquake omg
— Sahlt (@AlyciaTyre) November 13, 2017
Muslim worshippers praying in streets is being opposed in France
Riot police were called at a protest against Muslim worshippers on Friday. Muslim worshippers had been using the main square to pray as the usual prayer hall nearby had been shut down by the mayor which facilitated up to 5000 worshippers daily.
It has been reported that the French Mayor along with MP’s and councillors from around Paris came together and a stand off took place.
Saudi Military led airstrike and blockade
A Saudi-military led airstrikes reported to have killed over 20 people in a market at Yemen, the area itself has been totally destructed and unrecognisable. Aid has also been blocked which is vital to survivors and those injured.
For the last week Saudi Arabia has blocked all humanitarian assistance and aid workers from entering Yemen. 20 million Yemenis need that aid. Many will die without it. https://t.co/ahIHdgp4e3
— Iona Craigأيونا كريچ (@ionacraig) November 13, 2017
Eritrea, The North Korea of Africa
- The President, Isaias Afwerki has ruled for 26 years with no democratic elections held.
- Eritrea has mandatory military conscription, forcing young men to join against their will as soon as they leave school, with little pay. Those who don’t comply are often arrested and tortured, and sent back to military service.
The lack of Non-government journalism in #Eritrea has resulted in many becoming brainwashed.
— S (@OnlyTheSali) November 12, 2017
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