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Shafaq News
a day ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
SDF: Disarmament currently impossible
Shafaq News – Damascus The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will not disarm under current conditions, SDF spokesperson Abgar Dawood said on Tuesday, citing ongoing instability and security threats. Speaking to Kurdish media outlets, Dawood added that the SDF could integrate into the Syrian army if a constitutional framework acknowledging the Kurdish community's distinct status is established. 'The SDF is not in favor of war, but it will defend its people wherever it is present.' The SDF has recently deployed additional units to front-line areas in eastern Aleppo province, as well as northern and western parts of Deir ez-Zor in eastern Syria. The move follows skirmishes with public security forces and Turkish-backed armed factions, amid rising tensions linked to developments in Suwayda. On March 10, interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and SDF Commander Mazloum Abdi signed an agreement under which Kurdish fighters would be incorporated into the armed forces of the transitional government.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dawood Ibrahim was madly in love with these 4 actresses, one quit acting, one disappeared mysteriously, one heroine is looking for a partner, names are…
There was a time when Bollywood danced to the tunes of fear, and Dawood Ibrahim played the conductor. In the 80s and 90s, his name was more powerful than any producer's, and any actor or actress who had his backing rose overnight. But what came with the glow was an inevitable shadow. Over the years, whispers and headlines have circled four striking women who, for better or worse, became linked to India's most wanted underworld don. Here's a look at what happened to the women Dawood reportedly loved, where they soared, and where they vanished. Mandakini The Ram Teri Ganga Maili actress was reportedly one of Dawood's earliest high-profile obsessions. Their pictures from race courses to public events made gossip columns explode. While the affection seemed mutual, 'Both were seen together quite a few times,' noted sources, the attention gradually eclipsed Mandakini's career. She withdrew from the limelight and slipped into years of controversy and speculation. Anita Ayub Pakistani actress Anita Ayub's Bollywood entry came with more than just roles; she had alleged support from Dawood himself. Things took a dark turn when Javed Siddiqui, a filmmaker, was allegedly shot dead for refusing to cast her. After that, Anita disappeared from the industry. Though she reportedly remarried after a failed first marriage, her current whereabouts remain unknown. Jasmine Dhunna Veerana actress Jasmine Dhunna captivated audiences, and allegedly, Dawood too. But as rumours of his interest intensified, Jasmine vanished. Some say she fled abroad and even married a Jordanian man, but nothing has been confirmed. Her life after Bollywood remains an enduring mystery. Mehwish Hayat From an item girl to one of Pakistan's top stars, Mehwish Hayat's rise was sudden — and, reportedly, helped by her rumoured link to Dawood. While she has never acknowledged any such connection, her recent quote, 'I've started thinking seriously about marriage. My mom keeps pushing me,' sparked online chatter that the alleged romance is over. Were these women victims of obsession or beneficiaries of influence? Each of these women gained something: fame, attention, power. But they also paid a price, often with their careers, privacy, and freedom. Love stories tied to the underworld were never just gossip; they were loaded, explosive, and unforgettable.
India.com
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim fell in love with these four beauties, one quit acting forever, one is missing, another is looking for..., they are...
For Bollywood, the 80s and 90s were filled with fear and terror. This was the time when the industry was under the control of the underworld and Dawood Ibrahim's name was famous in the industry. Whoever Dawood Ibrahim touched, his luck and career would shine. Be it an actress or an actor. Recently, Aashiqui fame Anu Agarwal had also revealed that underworld money was invested in Bollywood films, and in such a situation, the industry had to bow down to the underworld and agree to everything. Whom did Dawood Ibrahim fall in love with? During this time, Dawood Ibrahim fell in love with many beauties. These include names ranging from Mandakini of 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' to Jasmine Dhunna of 'Veerana'. But the career of every beauty who got associated with Dawood benefited from it, but later on, most of the beauties had to leave the industry for some reason or the other. Today, we will tell you about those four beauties on whom underworld don Dawood Ibrahim fell in love. When Dawood fell in love with Mandakini Dawood's love for Bollywood actresses was never hidden. Dawood used to openly flirt with beautiful women and roam around with them. Dawood Ibrahim's love for 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' fame Mandakini was in the headlines everywhere at one time. Not only Dawood, but Mandakini's heart also started beating for Dawood, and both were seen together many times. Dawood and Mandakini were also seen together at the race course and their pictures also went viral in those days, which also affected Mandakini's career. Due to her closeness with Dawood, Mandakini's career got a break and gradually she moved away from films and started being in the headlines due to controversies. Underworld don Dawood was reportedly in love with a Pakistani beauty After breaking up with Mandakini, Dawood fell in love with a new beauty, who was later accused of spying for India. We are talking about Anita Ayub. Anita got a lot of work in Bollywood despite being a Pakistani actress, and it is said that Dawood Ibrahim was behind this. When Anita Ayub was establishing herself in Bollywood, her love with Dawood also blossomed. Their love story was revealed when Dawood got film producer Javed Siddiqui shot dead for not giving Anita work in his film. In few years, Anita disappeared from films and there is not much information about where she is and what she is doing now. Anita got married twice, got married again when her first marriage failed and there is no information about where she is now. Jasmine Dhunna also fell in love with Dawood Ibrahim It is said that Dawood's heart also beat for the beautiful actress Jasmine Dhunna of Veerana. Dawood became crazy about the actress as soon as he saw Jasmine in Veerana. In such a situation, to save herself, Jasmine suddenly disappeared somewhere. It is said that to escape from Dawood Ibrahim, Jasmine Dhunna forgot her career and shifted abroad. Which country did she go to, how is her life there, all this remains a question till now. At the same time, it was also said in some reports that the actress went to Jordan and married a man there, but this too could not be confirmed. Dawood Ibrahim's name was linked with Mehwish Hayat Not only Anita Ayub, another Pakistani beauty's name has been linked with Dawood. Mehwish Hayat used to be an item girl in the Pakistani entertainment industry, and Dawood fell in love with her after seeing her in a song. As soon as Mehwish's name was linked with Dawood, her luck shone overnight, and she started appearing in lead roles in many dramas and films. Now Mehwish is Pakistan's top actress. She is 37 years old and has not married yet. Recently, Mehwish had also expressed her desire to get married, after which claims started being made on social media that she has broken up with Dawood. According to the Tribune, in an interview, Mehwish said, 'I have started thinking seriously about marriage. My mother is insisting a lot on my marriage.'
The Hindu
12-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
CPI(M), Congress draw battle lines over Jamaat-e-Islami's political nature
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] and the Congress appeared to draw new battle lines on Friday over the political nature of Jamaat-e-Islami and its television news channel Media One's social messaging. The latest stand-off between the two parties came after the CPI(M) slammed Media One channel for broadcasting a political opinion column that the ruling party had a long history of stoking Islamophobia and demonising Muslims to corral Hindu nationalist votes. The controversial political column by the Media One managing editor C. Dawood referenced a submission made by CPI(M)'s former Wandoor MLA (1996-2001) N. Kannan in the Assembly, accusing the National Democratic Front (NDF) of fuelling communal divisions in Malappuram by othering fellow citizens of other faiths. On Thursday, angered CPI(M) activists took out a rally in Wandoor, allegedly threatening to lop off Mr. Dawood's hands. However, Congress rallied to support the channel and, by extension, the Jamaat-e-Islami. Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan pushed back by stating that the CPI(M) was furthering the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's (RSS) Hindu nationalist agenda in Kerala by demonising Muslim organisations as fundamentalists. He said the CPI(M) and the BJP were on the same page when it came to demonising Muslims as fundamentalists and law-breakers with an eye on Hindu majoritarian votes. Mr. Satheesan reiterated that Congress did not view Jamaat-e-Islami through CPI(M)'s prism. CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan accused the Congress of giving a political safe harbour to the Jamaat-e-Islami for a perceived electoral dividend. 'Mr. Satheesan legitimised the extremist outfit by falsely claiming that it had shed its Islamist spots,' he said. Mr. Govindan accused Media One channel of providing a bully's pulpit for the Jamaat-e-Islami's Islamist agenda. He said the channel had obfuscated NDF's, later Peoples Front of India (PFI), 'pernicious role' in eroding Malappuram's secular legacy. Mr. Govindan said the CPI(M) would seek legal recourse against the news channel and politically expose the Jamaat-e-Islami's threat to secularism and social progress. He denounced CPI(M) sloganeering against Mr. Dawood, with the rider that the public knows which outfit cuts hands, in an oblique allusion to the PFI's attack on Newman College teacher T.J. Joseph in 2010 for allegedly disrespecting Islam.
Shafaq News
10-07-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Habbaniyah Lake recovering: Water levels on the rise
Shafaq News – Al-Anbar Habbaniyah Lake and its resort area in Iraq's western al-Anbar province are showing early signs of recovery after years of environmental and economic decline, a local official stated on Thursday. Ali Dawood, Mayor of Habbaniyah District, told Shafaq News that a recent rise in water levels has revitalized summer tourism, after declining levels had disrupted 'both recreational activity and drinking water infrastructure.' The improvement follows new water release arrangements between the Iraqi and Turkish governments. 'We hope the inflows continue so the lake can return to normal and support the local economy,' Dawood said. Built in the 1950s, Habbaniyah Lake is one of Iraq's largest artificial reservoirs. Its strategic location between Ramadi and al-Fallujah made it a favored domestic tourism destination for decades, supported by a state-constructed resort complex with hotels and leisure facilities. However, years of instability and underinvestment severely degraded the site's infrastructure and appeal, compounded by an unprecedented drought that disrupted the region's ecological balance and drove wild predators from their habitats into residential areas in search of water and shelter. Economic expert Mohammed al-Kubaisi told Shafaq News the area could still become a major investment hub if properly modernized, through rebuilding tourism infrastructure, enhancing public services, and ensuring a secure, family-friendly environment. 'Connecting Habbaniyah to nearby destinations such as Haditha, al-Rutba, and al-Nukhaib could help establish a tourism network across al-Anbar,' he added. Environmental specialists also emphasized the impact of rising water levels. In addition to supporting tourism, the improved conditions are expected to strengthen the surrounding ecosystem, boost agricultural productivity, and reduce pressure on the Euphrates River—the province's main source of irrigation and drinking water.
