The Taliban has ordered judges in Afghanistan to institute Sharia law across the country. The order came down from the Taliban’s Supreme Leader, Alaiqadar Amirul Momineen.
Taliban Implements Sharia Law in Afghanistan
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Kenyan Muslims Hold Prayers as Long-running Drought Worsens
Muslims in Garissa, Northern Kenya, held prayers for divine intervention against a long-running drought. A lack of rainfall over the last four rainy seasons has 378,000 people on the brink of starvation.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan Disqualified from Holding Public Office
On Friday, the Pakistan Election Commission disqualified former Prime Minister Imran Khan from holding public office. A court rejected Khan’s request to overturn the decision.
Forgotten Missionaries International Prints New Urdu Bible
FMI will produce a new Urdu Bible in Pakistan.
Conservative William Ruto Sworn in as President of Kenya
William Ruto has been sworn in as the President of Kenya after narrowly beating challenger Raila Odinga. Ruto received 50.9 percent of the vote, while Odinga received 48.9 percent.
After Flooding, Water-borne Illnesses Plague Pakistan
Since July, at least 300 people have died of water-borne diseases in Pakistan. Many drank contaminated water. But the wet conditions have also allowed mosquitoes to breed and spread malaria. Flooded regions do not have enough protective nets or medical supplies to detect malaria.
Flooding in Pakistan Creates Massive Inland Lake
Flooding in Pakistan has created a 100-kilometer-wide inland lake, satellite imagery shows. The Indus river overflowed and covered large swaths of the Sindh province.
Pakistani Taliban Invades Pakistan’s Swat Region
The Pakistani Taliban, known as the TTP, have increased their presence in the Swat region.
Former Deputy President William Ruto Wins 2022 Kenya Elections
Kenya’s election results are finally in, nearly a week after election day. The former deputy president, William Ruto, is now Kenya’s fifth* President, winning by the smallest of margins.
Forgotten Missionaries International Partners with Keys for Kids Ministries
FMI has teamed up with Keys for Kids Ministries, translating kids and teen devotionals into Urdu.
Former Pakistan PM’s Party Wins Provincial Election
Ousted former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, saw his party win a crucial election this week. His PTI party won 15 of 20 seats in the Punjab provincial assembly.
Christian Mechanic Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy in Pakistan
In Pakistan, a Christian mechanic has been sentenced to death for blasphemy. A court in the city of Lahore handed down the ruling.
