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Today, lawyers for journalist and editor of the Arabic section at Roj News Agency, Suleiman Ahmed, who was kidnapped by Kurdistan Democratic Party security on October 25 at the Fish Khabour crossing and whose fate remains unknown, met with the head of the United Nations Assistance Office for Iraq (UNAMI), Carolina Moreno, and discussed Suleiman’s case.

One of journalist Suleiman Ahmed Nariman Ahmed’s lawyers spoke to Roj News Agency about the meeting with the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) and stated that the meeting lasted for more than an hour and a fruitful meeting was held about the case.

Nariman Ahmed added; He said: “During the meeting, we talked about the obstacles faced by journalists and civil society activists in the Kurdistan region by the political authorities, as well as violations of freedom of thought and violations of human rights and freedom of the press.”

Nariman Ahmed noted, “During the meeting, we talked about the case of journalist Suleiman Ahmed, who was kidnapped by the security forces of the Kurdistan Democratic Party on October 25, 2023. We stressed that since then, despite all the efforts made by his family, lawyers, activists, journalists, organizations and unions at the local and international levels, but his fate is still unknown. In addition, a statement was issued by Dohuk security after pressure from public opinion. We also talked about the fact that Suleiman Ahmed is in prison and accused of spying for a political party.”

Regarding the legal status of journalist Suleiman Ahmed, his lawyers shared this information with the official of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq: “Suleiman Ahmed was not a member of any political party. He is an independent journalist and works with Roj News Agency, which is an official and well-known agency licensed in…

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Recently, the Crime Branch of Jammu & Kashmir Police produced a charge sheet against a Ganderbal resident who had obtained a fake class 12th  marks certificate to get admission in Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery or the BUMS course. This degree paved a way for him to get a job in the Health Department of J&K Government under the centrally sponsored scheme National Health Mission-NHM. Infact, this fake Unani Doctor has already been dismissed from service by the Government. 

However, only incomplete justice has been done in this case. The case is far from settled as the aggrieved Unani doctor who was supposed to get this job hasn’t gotten it even after 10 years have passed already. Dr Zaffar Shaheen, a qualified BUMS graduate, who was eligible to get a job under RBSK programme in district Ganderbal was bypassed by the district level selection committee and a candidate who hadn’t even passed his class 12th and had furnished fake documents was given this job. 

The aggrieved Unani doctor Zaffar Shaheen didn’t surrender to the decision. He fought for justice until the fake BUMS doctor was finally exposed. 

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Background 

In 2013, the Government had invited applications for the appointment of Medical Officers (Ayush) for Rashtriya Bal Swastha Kariakram — RBSK under National Health Mission -NHM for block Kangan in district Ganderbal. 

After the selection process by the district level selection committee headed by Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, one Shahid Ul Islam, a resident of Preng Ganderbal was appointed to the aforementioned position.  The then Chief Medical Officer-CMO  Ganderbal under the order No. 08 DRSHG of 2014 dated 20-01-2014  issued orders…

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Sometimes the more unusual a whisky, the more popular it becomes – and we suspect this distinctive release from Bearface Canadian Whisky is no exception.

A concept that’s already got the internet talking, this fetching looking 42.5%ABV offering harnesses the power of nature.

Infused with distinctive notes of Matsutake mushrooms, the release, named Matsutake 01, marks the debut release from the brand’s Wilderness Series.

Yes, it’s a flavour combination that might sound a little unusual, but given the current trend for all things umami – meaning savoury flavour, which is one of the five basic tastes – it’s little wonder some genius attempted a crossover into the whisky market.

Packed with delicate unami notes, Bearface’s Matsutake mushroom expression is like no other – for multiple reasons.

Unlike the UK (and much of the world for that matter), Canada’s unique regulations state that anything labelled ‘Canadian whisky’, ‘Canadian rye whisky’, or even just plain ‘rye whisky’ has to be aged in a specific way.

The liquid must sit in ‘small wood’ barrels (that’s casks less than 700 litres to you and me) for a minimum period of 3 years.

The country’s laws also allow for whisky to contain added caramel colouring and flavouring – differing from UK protocols.

Anyway, back to the good stuff.

Speaking of the release, Bearface’s Master Blender, Andrés Faustinelli, said the expression has been “a long time in the making”, adding that the highly anticipated drop was set for success.

“With each new limited release, we strive to shatter category norms and challenge traditions,” said Faustinelli.

“I know Bearface Matsutake does just that. As seen with the latest spirits trends – umami flavours are in.

“The Matsutake mushroom grows once a year in…

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Iraqi counter-terrorism forces stand guard in front of the U.S. embassy in the capital Baghdad on Jan. 2, 2020. (Ahmad al-Rubaye/AFP via Getty Images)

A number of rockets struck the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad early on Dec. 8 inside the international Green Zone of Iraq’s capital, according to officials, who noted the rocket attack caused material damage but no casualties.

What group was behind the rocket attack wasn’t immediately apparent, but Iranian-linked militias based in Iraq are believed to be responsible for the attack, an embassy spokesperson told NTD News.

In a video from the scene shared on social media, at least three explosions can be heard over sirens and an AI-generated voice on loudspeakers urging people to “take cover,” “get away from the window,” and “await further instructions.”

The U.S. embassy said in a statement to NTD News that “two salvos of rockets” were fired at the mission compound at approximately 4:15 a.m. local time.

“We again call on the Government of Iraq, as we have done on many occasions, to do all in its power to protect diplomatic and Coalition partner personnel and facilities,” the U.S. embassy statement read. “We reiterate that we reserve the right to self-defense and to protect our personnel anywhere in the world.”

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani condemned the attack in a statement, saying “targeting diplomatic missions is something that cannot be justified.”

Mr. Shia al-Sudani, who came to power with the support of a coalition of Iran-backed parties, called the attack an “insult to Iraq, its stability and security,” and promised to “pursue the perpetrators of the attack … and bring them to justice.”

The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) also condemned the missile attack in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, saying: “UNAMI…

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Party time as Finnebrogue works with Asda to produce 10 new Christmas products including roast fillet of no beef, no turkey & trimmings for one, no turkey joint with unami gravy and mushroom no pigs in blankets

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Food producer Finnebrogue has worked with Asda to produce 10 new Christmas products, bringing the total number of listings for the Downpatrick-based company to 36, across fresh meat, meat-free, chilled, frozen meat and party food.

The new seasonal products, which are exclusive to Asda and will be available across the retailer’s stores in the UK include Extra Special truffle & parmesan pigs in blankets and Extra Special brown butter & spiced rum stuffing wreath, Asda own brand Jingle the reindeer pork, sage & onion rosy noses, cheesy pigs in blankets and mini hot dogs, as well as new additions to Asda’s OMV! range, including roast fillet of no beef, mushroom wellington, no turkey & trimmings for one, no turkey joint with unami gravy, and mushroom no pigs in blankets.

Finnebrogue’s relationship with Asda began in 2014, when the company secured the business to produce Extra Special gluten-free sausages. Now Finnebrogue supplies all Asda own-label gluten free sausages, including Just Essentials, Asda Brand and Extra Special, three Asda Brand nitrite-free bacon products, a selection of plant based by Asda & OMV! meat-free products, as well as a selection of fresh and frozen Christmas lines.

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Barbara Mullan, product developer at Finnebrogue, explained: “We are over the moon to work with Asda once again to launch 10 new products into stores in the…

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Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir Al-Shammari, confirmed on Thursday that the security forces can ensure security and confront any challenge.

Al-Shammari’s statement took place during his meeting with the representative of the UN secretary-general, Volker Peretz, where they discussed the role of the United Nations Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) and cooperation between the two sides, according to a statement cited by the Iraqi News Agency (INA).

The Iraqi Interior Minister made it clear that the security forces are always evolving and that the Ministry of Interior is making every effort to serve the people to the best of its ability.

The Iraqi official also demonstrated how well border controls, the fight against drugs and crime, and human rights are being upheld.

Al-Shammari’s remarks follow condemnation expressed by the Iraqi government of the strikes carried out by US forces against sites belonging to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in Jurf Al-Nasr in Babylon governorate.

The spokesperson of the Iraqi government, Basem Al-Awadi, mentioned in a statement on Wednesday that the Iraqi government considers the recent escalation a dangerous step involving an unacceptable violation of Iraqi sovereignty.

“We strongly condemn the attack that targeted the Jurf Al-Nasr area, which took place without the knowledge of the Iraqi government,” Al-Awadi explained.

At least five people were killed in the early hours of Wednesday after PMF sites southwest of Baghdad were targeted by air strikes carried out by US forces.

US Central Command forces carried out separate and precise strikes on two facilities in Iraq, according to a statement released by the US Army.

The US Army added that the strikes were a direct response to attacks on American and coalition forces by Iran and groups supported by Tehran.

The Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary, Sabrina Singh, said in a…

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