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Gazans say ‘strongest and most aggressive’ armed groups controlling aid
The National News
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The Israeli government has publicised the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, including dozens of lorries, after starving the population for months. However, despite claims of a humanitarian truce and increased aid flow, voices in Gaza paint a...
UAE aid convoy enters Gaza with food, medicine and supplies to build pipeline
The National News
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A new convoy of aid sent by the UAE has entered Gaza, it was confirmed on Monday. The convoy of 38 lorries arrived via Egypt's Rafah border crossing, state news agency Wam reported. There were 18 lorries carrying food and medical aid, while...
UN Chief Stresses Need for Countries to Adopt Climate-smart Food Policies to Reduce Reliance on Food Imports
Ethiopian News Agency
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Addis Ababa, July 28, 2025 (ENA) -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed the need for countries to adopt climate-smart food policies and enhance private sector participation to reduce reliance on food imports. The second UN Food Systems...
Russia, the New Frontier for African Tourism
The News Chronicle
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July 28, 2025
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to implement ‘visa-free regime’ with all African countries, but too much symbolism has characterized its policy towards Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the ‘visa-free regime’ for Africa aimed...
Ruto calls for new measures to accelerate hunger eradication
Capital FM Kenya
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July 28, 2025
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, Jul 28 — President William Ruto has called on world leaders to embrace new measures to accelerate efforts to end hunger and meet nutritional needs within global food systems. The President pointed out that while meaningful...
Why solving Iraq's gas problem is crucial for its economy and environment
The National News
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It was a week of good, bad and ambiguous news for Iraq’s natural gas industry. What stood out is the fact that solving its gas problem is the single most feasible and effective thing the government could do for its economy, environment and quality...
Livestock Carrier Fired Upon and Detained Near Yemen, Then Released
gCaptain
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July 24, 2025
DUBAI, July 24 (Reuters) – People in a wooden boat opened fire on a Comoros-flagged livestock carrier in the Red Sea near Yemen on Thursday, and the vessel was detained by the Yemeni Coast Guard, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade...
See Trump's Tariffs on China, Europe, and More
The New York Times
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July 28, 2025
Germany Preliminary deal reached — 20 10 — 20 15 Japan Preliminary deal reached — 24 10 — 25 15 Vietnam Preliminary deal reached — 46 10 — — 20 Ireland Preliminary deal reached — 20 10 — 20 15 Italy Preliminary deal reached — 20 10 — 20 15 Britain...
Livestock carrier comes under fire off Yemen
Splash 247
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July 24, 2025
The 49-year-old Comoros-flagged livestock carrier Merinos Livestock was approached today by a wooden boat approximately 35 nautical miles south-southwest of Hodeidah, Yemen, according to maritime security specialist Vanguard Tech. The captain...
Attackers fire on ship in Red Sea near Yemen, security firm reports
LBCI (Lebanese Broadcasting Corporation International)
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Unidentified people in a wooden boat fired on a Comoros-flagged livestock carrier on Thursday in the Red Sea near Yemen, British maritime security firm Ambrey said. The security firm advised vessels not to transit east of the Hanish Islands, 30...
Gambia Participates in Opening Ceremony of Africa School Games
The Voice Gambia
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July 28, 2025
By: Kemo Kanyi The Gambian delegation joined thousands in the opening ceremony of the inaugural African School Games currently underway in Algeria. The country’s flag bearer at the opening ceremony was Serreh Sanneh, an athletics competitor who...
Houthis make new threats against Israel-linked shipping
FreightWaves
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July 28, 2025
Houthi rebels issued a new, broader threat against shipping companies with links to Israel. The Yemen-based militia in a statement Sunday said its escalation “includes targeting all ships belonging to any company dealing with Israeli ports,...
Ruto urges global leaders to accelerate fight against hunger at UN Summit
Citizen TV Kenya
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July 28, 2025
President William Ruto has called on world leaders to embrace new measures to accelerate efforts to end hunger and meet nutritional needs within global food systems. The President pointed out that while meaningful and significant progress has been...
Trump admits 'real starvation' happening in Gaza
The National News
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US President Donald Trump has admitted for the first time that children in Gaza are suffering "real starvation", amid mounting international criticism of Israel's actions in the strip. The situation in Gaza dominated an hour-long press conference...
Piastri extends lead in title race after winning rain-delayed Belgian GP
The National News
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Oscar Piastri has extended his lead in the Formula One title race after a convincing victory in the rain-delayed Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday. The Australian overtook McLaren teammate and pole position winner Lando Norris on the first racing lap...
SUN CSAs Hold Regional Meeting in Nigeria to Accelerate Progress on Nutrition
This Day
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July 24, 2025
Igbawase Ukumba in lafia Representatives of the Scaling Up Nutrition Civil Society Alliances (SUN CSAs) from 22 countries in West and Central Africa and the Islands (Comoros and Madagascar), participated in their annual regional meeting held in...
REPAIR programme’s Phase 2 extends to Angola, Burundi, Malawi, Seychelles and Zambia
Reinsurance News
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July 28, 2025
The World Bank has approved the accession of five countries – Angola, Burundi, Malawi, Seychelles, and Zambia – under Phase 2 of the Regional Emergency Preparedness and Access to Inclusive Recovery (REPAIR) programme. This widens the programme’s...
Haiti - FLASH : The Haitian passport allows access to only 15 countries in the world without any VISA (2025)
Haiti Libre
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July 28, 2025
Haiti - FLASH : The Haitian passport allows access to only 15 countries in the world without any VISA (2025) 28/07/2025 06:28:03 As it does every year, the British consulting firm Henley & Partners has published its passport rankings for 2025 for...
MEA Report 2024 Highlights India's Key Diplomatic Engagements, Achievements
MENAFN
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July 27, 2025
(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has released its annual report for 2024, highlighting India's key diplomatic engagements and achievements. he Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has released its annual report for...
UAE to resume airdrops to Gaza immediately as aid routes open up
The National News
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The UAE is to resume air drops to Gaza to help the most vulnerable people after restrictions on aid routes into the enclave were lifted. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the UAE was responding...