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Morocco and Mauritania strengthen energy cooperation

Morocco and Mauritania have reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating cooperation in the fields of electricity and renewable energy. Moroccan Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, met with her Mauritanian counterpart, Mohamed Ould Khaled, Minister of Petroleum, Energy......

Explosions in Doha spark alarm as Israeli strike reportedly targets Hamas leaders

A series of powerful explosions shook Doha on Tuesday afternoon, sending plumes of smoke over the Katara cultural district and plunging the Qatari capital into shock and confusion. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple blasts just before 3 p.m., with thick columns of smoke spreading across the city......

Pro-paramilitary authorities claim responsibility for drone strikes in Khartoum region

Pro-paramilitary civil authorities in Sudan claimed responsibility on Tuesday for a series of drone attacks that struck military sites, an oil refinery, and a power station in the Khartoum region. The coalition known as Tasis, which declared a self-styled “government” in August in territories......

Toronto film festival split over Gaza war documentary

A documentary about a retired Israeli general is at the center of controversy as it prepares for its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, highlighting deep divisions within Hollywood over the Gaza conflict. The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue tells the story of retired General Noam......

At least 20 killed in Russian strike on eastern Ukrainian village

At least 20 civilians were killed on Tuesday after a Russian airstrike hit the village of Yarova in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced. In a statement on social media, Zelensky denounced what he described as a “barbaric Russian strike with an aerial bomb,”......

US Supreme court allows anti-immigrant raids

The US Supreme Court temporarily lifted restrictions on federal immigration raids in Los Angeles, a decision seen as a victory for the Trump administration and a setback for immigrant rights advocates. The ruling, backed by the six conservative justices, overturned a lower court order that had blocked......

Rising temperatures linked to more sodas and ice cream among Americans

Climate change may worsen public health in the United States by increasing the consumption of sugary foods and drinks, according to a new study published Monday. Researchers warn that higher temperatures encourage Americans to consume more sodas, juices, and frozen desserts, especially among lower-income......

IAEA hopes to resume nuclear inspections in Iran soon

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is seeking to restart its full monitoring mission in Iran after months of suspended cooperation. On Monday, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi expressed cautious optimism that an agreement could be reached “in the coming days,” while warning......

US Supreme Court allows racial profiling checks to resume in Los Angeles

The US Supreme Court, dominated by a conservative majority, has temporarily authorized the Trump administration to resume racial profiling checks on individuals suspected of being undocumented immigrants in Southern California. The decision, announced Monday, overturns previous rulings by a federal......

London heathrow terminal 4 evacuated after hazardous materials incident

The check-in area of Terminal 4 at London’s Heathrow Airport was closed and evacuated on Monday evening following what authorities described as a potentially hazardous incident requiring the intervention of emergency services. “Please do not travel to Terminal 4. Staff are assisting passengers......

Casablanca customs block two ships carrying 4,500 brazilian cattle over 20 million MAD VAT

Casablanca, Morocco – Moroccan customs authorities have halted two ships carrying 4,500 Brazilian cattle at the port of Casablanca, demanding payment of 20 million Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in value-added tax (VAT). The move has reignited debate over the taxation of livestock imports. The vessels,......

Tensions Israel-Spain: Madrid recalls ambassador to Israel

Spain announced on Monday that it will recall its ambassador in Tel Aviv for consultations, following heightened diplomatic tensions with Israel. The decision comes after Spanish Prime Minister proposed measures aimed at “ending the genocide in Gaza.” The Spanish Foreign Ministry stated......

Undersea internet cables cut in the Red Sea, disrupting global connectivity

Microsoft announced on Saturday that several undersea cables crucial for global internet and communications had been severed in the Red Sea, causing disruptions in parts of Asia and the Middle East. The company stated via its Azure cloud platform that the Middle East “may experience increased latency......