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UAE's Resilience: Navigating the Scorching Horizon of Climate Change

In the face of mounting concerns that soaring temperatures could render parts of the Gulf region uninhabitable by century's end, Mariam Almheiri, the UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment, assured that the country is well-prepared for the challenges posed by climate change. Almheiri highlighted......

Musk's Agreement with Israel Restricts Starlink Operations in Gaza

Elon Musk's SpaceX has recently reached an agreement with the state of Israel, permitting the operation of Starlink satellite internet terminals exclusively with explicit approval from Israeli authorities, as revealed by Israeli Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi. This development follows Musk's......

China's Cautious Optimism Amidst Fragile Truce in Gaza

Beijing, November 27, 2023 - In a carefully measured response, China expressed a tempered sense of hope on Monday regarding recent developments between Israel and Hamas in the war-torn Gaza Strip. Despite acknowledging the small strides towards peace, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin highlighted......

Advancing Counterterrorism: The Role of Education in Morocco-EU Collaboration

Morocco and the European Union are reinforcing their joint commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism through collaborative education initiatives. In a recent virtual conference marking the launch of the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) with a specific focus on education's preventive......

Prime Minister Akhannouch Calls for Dialogue with Education Unions: A Commitment to Educational Reform

Aziz Akhannouch, the Prime Minister, called on Thursday for a dialogue with education unions next Monday. He emphasized the government's commitment to its obligations regarding the comprehensive reform of the education system and the motivation of the teaching staff. Akhannouch underscored the crucial......

Senegal Inaugurates New UN Regional Service Center Outside Dakar

DAKAR - President Macky Sall of Senegal officially inaugurated the United Nations Regional Service Center on Thursday, situated in Diamniadio just outside the capital. The momentous opening ceremony marked the conclusion of a $291 million investment in a cutting-edge facility poised to streamline UN......

Morocco's Enduring Support for UN-Led Initiatives in Resolving Libya's Institutional Crisis

In a meeting held on Thursday in Rabat between Morocco's Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, and UN Special Representative for Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, Morocco reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting UN initiatives dedicated to resolving Libya's longstanding political impasse.   During......

Oil Prices Slide as OPEC+ Postpones Meeting Amidst Weakening Demand

Oil prices experienced a downward trend on Thursday, influenced by a combination of diminishing demand and uncertainties surrounding the supply outlook. The international benchmark, Brent crude, witnessed a 0.75% decline, reaching $81.34 per barrel in mid-morning trading, following a notable 4% drop......

German Authorities Launch Coordinated Raids on Hamas and Samidoun

Inspectors are conducting targeted operations Thursday morning in four German regions, aimed at members and sympathizers of the Palestinian movements Hamas and Samidoun, as announced by the Interior Ministry in a statement. This move represents the latest effort by German authorities to eradicate extremist......

"TelmidTICE" Launch: A Digital Initiative Providing Free Educational Support During Teacher Strikes

In response to recent teacher strikes, the Ministry of National Education, Primary Education, and Sports in Morocco has unveiled an innovative initiative aimed at supporting remote education. The digital platform "TelmidTICE" provides students of all academic levels with free access to nearly 12,500......

Morocco Emerges as Spain's Surprising Second Largest Melon Supplier

Morocco has unexpectedly positioned itself as a major player in the melon trade, securing the second-largest supplier status to Spain for the 2022-2023 agricultural season. Recent data has unveiled Morocco's remarkable feat, with the North African nation exporting over 94 million kilograms of melons......

Strengthening Partnerships for Africa's Energy Advancement

NOUAKCHOTT - Leila Benali, the Moroccan Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, underscored the need for enhanced collaborations among African nations along the coastal basin to drive development in the energy sector during her address at the 3rd Oil, Gas, and Energy Conference of......

A Ray of Hope Emerges Amid Gaza Crisis: Landmark Agreement between Israel and Hamas

The global community is extending a warm welcome to the groundbreaking accord reached on Wednesday between Israel and Hamas, marking a potential turning point in alleviating humanitarian suffering and de-escalating tensions following months of deadly conflict in Gaza. The agreement entails the release......