UN chief blasts ‘lack of compassion’ for Palestinians in Gaza
United Nations, United States -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday slammed the international community for turning a blind eye...Geostrategy
Israel recalls Gaza negotiators after Hamas responds to ceasefire plan
Mediators have been shuttling between Israeli and Hamas delegations in Qatar for more than two weeks, but the indirect talks have...Geostrategy
Turkey to hold parliament debate for Sweden’s NATO bid
Sweden and Finland bids earned approval from all NATO members except Turkey and Hungary. They remain the only NATO members...In July, Turkey's president lifted his objections to Sweden's NATO membership
France said the credibility of the alliance was "at stake" if Turkey doesn't endorse Sweden
Acute hunger, healthcare collapse worsen Gaza crisis
The situation in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe, with hospitals like Al-Shifa and Al-Sahaba facing dire shortages of medical supplies...Once Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa is now confined to providing only basic first aid, severely limited by ongoing hostilities.
In Gaza, extreme hunger drives people to desperate measures, risking their safety in a relentless search for food to survive.
Displaced women in Gaza recount lives disrupted by war
GAZA, PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES- A relentless Israeli military campaign, in response to deadly Hamas attacks on October 7, has upset the...Israeli forces have launched a bombardment campaign and ground invasion of Gaza ever since Hamas launched its attack.
The United Nations estimates the fighting has displaced 1.9 million of Gaza's 2.4 million population.
Makkah, Morocco’s Beni Mellal-Khenifra Chambers of Commerce ink pact
MAKKAH, SAUDI ARABIA - The Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Services of...Beni Mellal Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services delegation head said that Saudi Arabia is Morocco's largest trading partner.
In 2022, the volume of Saudi Arabian exports reached US$4.6 billion, while the value of imports was US$87 million.
Senior Iranian general Razi Moussavi killed in Israeli strike in Syria
Razi Moussavi "was killed during an attack by the Zionist regime a few hours ago in Zeinabiyah district in the...Iran's president Ebrahim Raisi vowed that Israel "will certainly pay" for the killing, calling it another sign of frustration of the "usurping Zionist regime".
Iran's state TV said Moussavi was targeted by "three missiles" and aired footage showing smoke rising from the area of the strike.
Russia extends ban on entry of trucks from EU, UK, Norway, Ukraine
MOSCOW, RUSSIA - The Russian government has extended the ban on the entry of trucks from the European Union, the...“The restriction will remain in effect until the circumstances that served as the basis for its introduction are eliminated,” the Russian Cabinet said.
The ban was introduced in 2022 as a response to the EU’s decision not to allow trucks with Russian and Belarusian license plates through.
UN General Assembly approves US$3.59bn budget for 2024
NEW YORK, US - The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) approved a US$3.59 billion budget for 2024, including establishing a...The UNGA approved around US$50 million as an additional funding for UN Human Rights Council.
UNGA revealed that it established a multiannual private account for peacemaking and it is used for funding UNPBF.
Gaza toll 20,674 as Netanyahu vows to intensify fighting in coming days
The Gaza health ministry said an Israeli strike late Sunday killed at least 70 people in Al-Maghazi refugee camp, in...The World Health Organization said it led missions to barely functioning hospitals in northern Gaza, describing starving people stripping an aid truck of supplies.
Pope Francis deplored "the desperate humanitarian situation" of Palestinians in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire and the freeing of hostages.
Regional players welcome ceasefire and political process in Yemen
Riyad, Saudi Arabia -- Key regional players have welcomed the agreement – involving a comprehensive set of measures aimed at...This pivotal agreement includes a nationwide ceasefire, initiatives to enhance living standards, and steps towards resuming a comprehensive political process under UN's guidance.
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed hope for the roadmap's imminent signing, contributing to a comprehensive political solution to the Yemeni crisis.
Spain will not join US-led Red Sea coalition
The Houthis welcomed Spain's stance, with deputy foreign minister Hussein al-Ezzi saying "we highly appreciate Spain's refusal to be drawn...On Thursday, the Pentagon said 20 countries had joined the Washington-led coalition to protect the key shipping lane
Spain's government has been ambivalent and on Sunday a spokesman for the defense ministry told that Spain "will not participate"
