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A woman who has been left scarred for life ended up in hospital after a man threw a frying pan at her containing boiling oil. Obaid Mohammad, 18 at the time, from Kurdistan was sharing his accommodation with the woman when some issues arose between them while he was cooking, Liverpool Crown Court heard.

Marta Balaga Miniseries “The Adrenalist” has been pre-sold to Denmark’s DR and Iceland’s RÚV. Produced by True Content Production in Norway, and with TV2 already on board, it will be shot in Norway. Currently casting, the show – budgeted at €10.5 million – is expected to gather “top star actors from the Nordic countries,” says producer Renée Hansen Mlodyszewski. “The Adrenalist” will mark a second miniseries for writer and director Pål Sletaune, also behind “22 July,” about the infamous terrorist attack in 2011. Sletaune will once again refer to a true story, this time focusing on Arthur Omre: one of the most successful liquor smugglers in Norwegian history, later on transforming into a successful author. His gangster drama, set in Oslo in the 1920s during prohibition, “is a wild ride about the right man, at the right time, in the right place,” adds Hansen Mlodyszewski.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Award-winning filmmakers Alice Diop (“Saint Omer”), Audrey Diwan (“Happening”), Julia Ducournau (“Titane”), Michel Hazanavicius (“The Artist”), Jacques Audiard (“Dheepan”), and actors Juliette Binoche, Marion Cotillard, Isabelle Huppert, Lea Seydoux are among nearly 1,000 prominent French film figures who have signed an open letter to support Iranian women and civil rights activists in their revolt over the death of 22 year-old Mahsa Amini, as well as denounce the “murderous violence” of the Iranian regime. Amini, a Kurdish woman, died in custody on Sept. 16, three days after being arrested in Tehran because she allegedly breached the Islamic republic’s strict dress code for women. Her death has sparked protests across Iran, including in Tehran, Isfahan and Yazd, and in cities around the world, including in Paris, Istanbul and Los Angeles. Amnesty International said Iranian authorities have been “intentionally using lethal force against the protesters,” causing more than more 52 deaths (as of Sept. 30). The organization has urged international action “beyond statements of condemnation” to prevent more people from being killed.

Editors note: The death of Mahsa Amini earlier this month after being detained by Iran’s morality police for allegedly not wearing her hijab according to official dictates has sparked outrage and protests within the Islamic Republic and around the world, with Global Day of Action for Iran set for Saturday with rallies around the globe (more information below). Currently seen as one of the stars of Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Iran-born actress and Amnesty International UK ambassador Nazanin Boniadi reflects on Amini’s tragic death and the potentially pivotal time for her homeland.

Iranian drone which the US claimed posed a “threat” to its forces was shot down.In a statement made by the US Central Command (CENTCOM), they said that he “unmanned aerial vehicle” was heading in the direction of Erbil, Iraq.The organisation said that “condemned” the “unprovoked attack” that fortunately did not lead to any forces being wounded or killed.READ MORE: Ukraine 'deploying explosive suicide drones' against Russia's Black Sea fleetWhile there are several US troops that are currently operating in Iraq due to requests made by the Iraqi Government, it's confirmed that the strike took place at around 2.10pm local time (12.10pm UK time) on Wednesday (September 28).In it's statement, the CENTCOM said: “US Central Command condemns the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ unprovoked attack in Iraq’s Erbil Governorate this morning.“Such indiscriminate attacks threaten innocent civilians and risk the hard-fought stability of the region.“No US forces were wounded or killed as a result of the strikes and there is no damage to US equipment.“At approximately 2.10pm local time, US forces brought down an Iranian Mojer-6 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle headed in the direction of Erbil as it appeared as a threat to CENTCOM forces in the area.“CENTCOM personnel operate in Iraq at the invitation of the Government of Iraq to advise, assist, and enable partner forces in ensuring the lasting defeat of ISIS.”To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.Iraqi Kurdistan Health Minister Saman Barazanchi said Iran's Revolutionary Guards firing missiles and drones in the Kurdish region of northern Iraq has resulted in nine people being killed and 32 wounded.He revealed that: “Some of the wounded

she had suffered “a heart attack.” Eyewitnesses, though, watching the police beat her—which many believe resulted in her falling into a deadly coma.Her family has also confirmed that Mahsa had never suffered from a heart condition previously, with her father, Amjad Amini, alleging that he had been denied the right to see footage of the arrest (“I asked them to show me the body cameras of the security officers, they told me the cameras were out of battery,” he ) as well as being prohibited from seeing Mahsa’s body, which had been wrapped in a sheet when presented to him—although he claimed to have noticed suspicious bruising on her feet.A previous statement from the director general of forensic medicine in Tehran province, however, that there were “no signs of injuries to the head and face, no bruises around the eyes, or fractures at the base of Mahsa Amini’s skull.” Numerous human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have called for further scrutiny, with President Ebrahim Raisi the UN General Assembly that “if her death was due to negligence, it will definitely be investigated.” On the same day, Raisi–who condemned Iranian protestors for their “acts of chaos”–canceled a with Christiane Amanpour after she declined his last-minute request that she wear a headscarf.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.Many in Iran are understandably dubious about claims that Mahsa’s death occurred naturally. Demonstrations began in Kurdistan province on September 17 following Mahsa’s funeral, and rapidly spread across the country with several clips of Iranian citizens publicly going viral.

Naman Ramachandran “Gangs of London” producer Pulse Films has unveiled the first clip from “Name Me Lawand,” which will have its world premiere at the BFI London Film Festival. Directed by Edward Lovelace (“The Possibilities Are Endless”), the film is in competition at the festival’s The Grierson Award for documentaries. The documentary, filmed over four years, follows Lawand Hamad Amin, who spent his early years in Iraq unable to hear or communicate. His profound deafness meant he could not learn language, and with no access to a deaf education, Lawand grew isolated and trapped inside himself.

K.J. Yossman Among the world premieres set for the BFI London Film Festival are Guillermo Del Toro’s “Pinocchio” and Emily Blunt series “The English.” Others include “Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical,” Asif Kapadia’s ballet-infused “Creature,” family animation “My Father’s Dragon” from Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon and Nora Twomey, Jez Butterworth’s “Mammals,” which stars James Corden and “A Spy Among Friends,” starring Guy Pearce and Damian Lewis. The number of feature-length world premieres at the festival has gone up from 11% to 15% since 2019. This year three of those are Netflix productions: “Pinocchio,” “Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical” and “My Father’s Dragon.”

killed and at least 1,500 others wounded in what was the fourth deadliest terror attack of all time. Some think it was the final domino in a chain that started with a girl, 17, falling in love with a boy who belonged to a different religion.

Islamic State before being captured by Kurdish forces in Syria has begged to return home, saying he "did nothing wrong" Down Under.Mahir Absar Alam, 29, has been held captive for the past three years after being captured with his wife and two children near the village of Baghouz, the last pocket held by Islamic State in eastern Syria.Speaking to The Australian, Alam, who said he only worked as a nurse while in Syria, said he "loves" his country, and wants to return. READ MORE: Plastic surgeon 'kept patient captive for two months after botched tummy tuck'“I don’t have any problem with the Australian government or my country,” he told the newspaper.

Russian forces in Ukraine.

Angelina Jolie celebratedWorld Refugee Day with some of her 'new friends' from across the globe, whofled war, violence and persecution.In a new Instagram post, uploaded to her Instagram on Monday, the Oscar winner, 47, revealed she enjoyed dinner with pals from Egypt, Ukraine, Afghanistan, Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Congo, Kurdistan, Nigeria, and Gambia.''I’m grateful that among so much heaviness in the world, these brave people shared their time and stories with me,' she captioned a slideshow showing her interacting with families and kids. Sweet: Angelina Jolie celebrated World Refugee Day with some of her 'new friends' from across the globe, who fled war, violence and persecutionShe continued: 'Family, friends, and food bring people together and I was honored to be joined by new friends to eat, share, and learn.' Among the sweet images, the Eternals actress can be seen giving a little girl a high five and blowing kisses to another while rocking a long black dress, red nail polish and her brown hair cascading over her shoulders.Their outing appeared to be held at an expansive park and involved UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency,Save the Children Italia andJoel Nafuma Refugee Center.

ISIS has been captured less than three months after his former boss blew himself and six children up during a US commandos raid.According to reports, Abu al-Hassan al-Qurayshi was recently captured during a special forces raid in Istanbul.Abu al-Hassan al-Qurayshi reportedly took on the top terror job just three months ago after the death of Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Quraysh, 45 who went out like a monster rather than be captured by US forces.Known as The Professor, Hasimi, was a veteran Jihad fighter who decided on the night of February 2 to detonate a bomb that ripped through his Syrian compound killing 13 people in the resultant blast.ISIS' new leader Abu al-Hassan al-Qurayshi is said to be the brother of the dead caliph Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Remarkably despite his notoriety, it's thought ISIS' new leader has never been photographed before.

A TEASER trailer has dropped for the second season of Sky's record-breaking drama Gangs of London - and it promises even more action than the first instalment. The upcoming series will hit screens later this year, with what the network is calling an "ambitious, visceral, action-packed thriller".

Leo Barraclough International Features EditorInternational sales company Andana Films has acquired Islamic State documentary “Rojek,” which has its North American premiere in Hot Docs’ Canadian Spectrum section on Saturday.The film, which had its world premiere in the International Competition section at Visions du Réel, will have a theatrical release in Canada through Maison 4:3.In the film, director Zaynê Akyol talks to imprisoned members of the Islamic State, alternating their words with aerial views of the countryside. It is “an unexpected look at a far-reaching current political issue, and a film whose subject matter and rhythm create an impressive cinematic object,” Andana stated.Mariam Zaidi at Hot Docs said: “The Syrian Democratic Forces, mostly Kurdish, as well as the international coalition, have succeeded in dislodging the Islamic State from their last stronghold and ending their project of establishing a caliphate in Syria.

paraded on Russian propaganda broadcasts in Ukraine, says she just wants "her hero back”. Russia claims that more than 1,000 troops from the Ukrainian 36th Marine Brigade had surrendered in Mariupol after weeks of bombardment from Russian aircraft and artillery.Aiden's mum Ang Wood, 50, said: "Two weeks ago, I got a phone call from him saying: 'I think we are surrendering, we have no ammunition, no food, we have no water. "And then last Tuesday, early hours, I got to speak to Aiden again.

EXCLUSIVE: Snabba Cash and The Rain star Evin Ahmad is to lead Netflix’s upcoming female-led action adventure series Palomino, with filming kicking off in Barcelona later this year.

Police have arrested a Kurdish teenager who shot dead his influencer sister who went against conservative Islamic conventions by wearing crop-tops and crucifixes.Cops in Kirkuk in Iraqi Kurdistan arrested the suspected killer, who is alleged to have shot his sister Eman Sami Maghdid, 20 , eight or nine times on a road in Erbil on Sunday, March 6.The teen is reportedly just 17 years old.Eman, who also went by the names Mari and Maria, had 47,000 followers on TikTok before her death and was popular on the social media platform.Police also arrested another person for giving the killer shelter after the horrific crime was committed.Although the motive for the alleged crime has not been confirmed, it is suspected to be an "honour killing" by the victim's brother.Honour killings occur when a relative, especially a girl or woman, who is perceived to have brought dishonour on a family, is murdered.Eman often posted photos and videos on social media which showed her defying the conservative Islamic traditions prevalent in Iraqi Kurdish society.Often, she could be seen smoking cigarettes, expressing herself loudly and wearing crop-tops and crucifixes - although it is believed she had not converted from Islam to Christianity, but merely wore the item as a fashion statement.In a Facebook post last August, Eman wrote: "I believe that humans will always suffer at the hands of other humans."The death of Eman, which coincided with the International Women’s Day, was widely criticised in Kurdistan.Her tragic and untimely death follows those of at least 10 other women who have been murdered in Iraq's Kurdistan region this year alone.The Kurdistan Region suffers from high rates of gender-based violence, including sexual violence, domestic

Christopher Vourlias Social media, sexual politics and the struggle of a rebellious young woman to find herself are at the heart of Kurdwin Ayub’s fiction feature debut, “Sonne,” which has its world premiere Feb. 12 in the Berlin Film Festival’s Encounters strand.Set in Vienna, the story begins as three teenage girls in hijabs lip-synch and perform a provocative dance routine to a pop song. A video quickly goes viral, turning the trio into overnight sensations, especially among Kurdish Muslims.But for Yesmin (Melina Benli), the only one of the three with Kurdish roots, the sudden popularity pushes her away from both her friends and her culture.

Rudaw her uncle Dlovan Sadiq said: "She left the house five to six years ago, I had not seen her ever since. Doski made a mistake." No arrests have been made and the suspect fled the country, Ekurd Daily reported.

Manori Ravindran International Editor“Golda” director Guy Nattiv has joined the Oscar-shortlisted short film “The Criminals” as executive producer.Written and directed by Serhat Karaaslan, a Kurdish director from Turkey, the film centers on a young couple in a small Turkish town looking for privacy. Shortlisted in the live-action short category for the 2022 awards, the film uses genre to discuss the way an oppressive society pushes its civilians to police each other, ultimately turning sex into a subversive act.“The Criminals” is produced by Laure Dahout through her French production company Tiresias Films.