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Lebanese Prime Minister Calls for End to Israeli Occupation, Diplomatic Action

FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE — Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Tuesday reaffirmed Lebanon’s commitment to ending Israeli occupation and intensifying diplomatic efforts against ongoing violations. Speaking to the National News Agency, Salam condemned recent …

Israeli prime minister under fire for revealing details of Lebanon mass pager explosions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came under fire from opposition leader Yair Lapid on Tuesday after he publicly revealed the details of a former pager attack on Lebanon. In September 2024, Israel orchestrated a series of explosions involving …

Egypt, Sweden hold 4th round of political talks in Cairo

Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Wael Hamed and Director General for Global Affairs at the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs Mikael Lindvall co-chaired the fourth round of political consultations between both countries here on …

Lebanon Urges US Military to Put Pressure on Israel to Withdraw

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who met with a US military delegation Wednesday, urged it to pressure Israel to withdraw from areas it still controls in the country and to release Lebanese prisoners. The delegation was headed by US Maj. Gen. Jasper Jeffers …

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Dr. Younis Al-Khatib, President of the Palestine Red Crescent Society, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in Baabda, east of Beirut, Lebanon, Wednesday, April 30, …

Lebanon’s president urges US military to put pressure on Israel to withdraw

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, meeting with a US military delegation, urges it to pressure Israel to withdraw from areas it still controls in the country and to release Lebanese prisoners, APA reports citing the Times of Israel. The delegation is headed …

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urges US to pressure Israel to stop attacks

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has urged the US-led committee overseeing the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire to increase efforts to stop Israeli attacks, days after Beirut was bombed despite a truce being agreed on in November. The Lebanese government is …

President Aoun received an invitation to visit Kuwait

President General Joseph Aoun received a letter from the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, delivered to him by the Chargé d'Affaires of the Kuwaiti Embassy in Lebanon, Yassin Al-Majed.  The letter contained an official …

Kuwait invites President Aoun for official visit to boost bilateral ties

President Joseph Aoun has received an official invitation from the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, to visit Kuwait on May 11 and 12, 2025.  The invitation was delivered by Yassin Al-Majed, the chargé d’affaires at the Kuwaiti …

Lebanon’s President Pushes Reform, Urges Israeli Retreat

(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterated his nation's dedication to wide-ranging reforms during a meeting with a delegation headed by retired U.S. General Joseph Votel. "Lebanon is moving forward with economic, financial, and …

Cyprus Business Now: tourism, Lebanon ferry link, Salamis, entrepreneurship

Nearly 40 per cent of Cypriots see opportunities to start a business, a new national report by the University of Cyprus has found. The 2023–2024 Entrepreneurship Report also revealed that 60.5 per cent believe they have the skills to launch one. However, …

President Aoun calls for strengthening ceasefire mechanism and pressuring Israel in meeting with US General Jeffers

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for a more active role by the U.N. ceasefire monitoring committee in pressuring Israel to halt its violations, withdraw from occupied Lebanese territories, and release Lebanese detainees. Aoun made the remarks …

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun to visit Abu Dhabi today

Lebanon's President Aoun to visit Abu Dhabi today

World News | 'I Accuse Guterres, UNRWA of Enabling Terrorism': Israeli Foreign Minister

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 29 (ANI/TPS): As legal proceedings at the International Court of Justice resumed on Monday addressing the war against Hamas, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemned the hearing, calling it a "disgraceful" …

Lebanese president urges France, US to pressure Israel to uphold ceasefire deal after bombing Beirut

Israel has killed at least 150 people across Lebanon in thousands of violations of its ceasefire deal with Hezbollah. April 29, 2025 by Aseel Saleh Israeli warplanes struck a residential building in the Southern Suburb (Dahiyeh) in the Lebanese capital …

Ethnic MPs condemn race-based criticism of their political work

Clockwise from top left: ACT MP Parmjeet Parmar; National MP Nancy Lu; Labour MP Jenny Salesa; Green MP Ricardo Menéndez March Photo: Supplied Lawmakers representing New Zealand's ethnic communities have condemned critics for focusing on their …

Churches, schools, film festivals: The millions in election dollars promised to Sydney communities

That promise comes amid challenges to Labor’s grip on south-western Sydney seats, Watson and Blaxland, from independent candidates backed by grassroots Muslim political organisations like The Muslim Vote. The Labor cabinet ministers who represent both …

Somali Prime Minister Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints New Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre announced a cabinet reshuffle on Sunday, replacing top officials responsible for defense, foreign affairs, and the second deputy prime minister post, according to the state-run Somali National News Agency. Ahmed …

Kazakhstan, OSCE and UN host Cross-Regional Dialogue on the Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees ...

On 30 April, over 50 representatives from Central Asia, South-East Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa gathered in Astana to share good practices and exchange experience related to prosecution, rehabilitation and reintegration (PRR) of returnees …

Tariff Changes Put Pressure on HVAC and Plumbing Industry in Utah - S&S Mechanical Responds

Tariff hikes impact HVAC and plumbing costs in Utah; S&S Mechanical adapts with smart upgrades, transparent pricing, and proactive customer support. ST. GEORGE, UT, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent shifts in U.S. …

MatchAwards Joins Forces with Blockchain Legal Institute to Advance Blockchain Compliance & Education

BELTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MatchAwards is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Blockchain Legal Institute (BLI), a global leader in blockchain compliance, education, and legal advocacy. This …

MicroSeismic Deploys DOE Funded Carbon Sequestration Monitoring System for Class VI Wells

A Bold Step Toward Safe, Scalable CCUS HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a bold step toward strengthening the science behind permanent carbon sequestration, MicroSeismic, Inc.’s advanced subsurface imaging and …

USHBC Applauds Final Passage of TAKE IT DOWN Act

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly celebrates the passage of the TAKE IT DOWN Act (S.146/H.R.633) in the U.S. House of Representatives. With …

Open Letter: Call for donors to support civil society to prevent a crisis of asylum, reception and inclusion in Europe

|Published on: 30th April 2025|Categories: News| More than 100 civil society organisations working on asylum and migration have signed a open letter calling on institutional and private donors to increase their support to civil society in order to prevent …

Doctors Against Genocide Press Conference to Bring Dire Message to Capitol Hill: BREAD NOT BOMBS

WASHINGTON (DC), DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the international group Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) will visit the U.S. Congress today to advocate for an immediate end to the unprecedented and accelerating …

The Rise of Intelligent Tech in Addiction Recovery: Bridging Traditional Support with Digital Innovation

Innovative tech is transforming treatment for substance use disorders, enhancing support, recovery, and accessibility through smart solutions. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The landscape of addiction recovery …

HII is Awarded Contract Modification for Construction of Two Additional Block V Virginia-class Submarines

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that the Virginia-class shipbuilding team, which includes the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division, has been awarded a contract modification in support of …

Alona Lebedieva: The Memorandum with the United States Must Be Transformed into a Legally Flawless Agreement

KYIV, UKRAINE, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ukraine and the United States of America have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to conclude an Agreement on Economic Partnership. The document confirms the parties’ readiness to cooperate on the …

The American Debate No One Is Having—Until Now: Jim Rickards Spotlights a Buried Resource That Could Be Worth Up to $150 ...

WASHINGTON, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From stimulus packages to spending cuts, debt ceilings to deficits, every major economic decision in Washington centers on what’s immediately visible. But according to Jim Rickards, former CIA advisor and …

Study reveals record-low public trust in Artificial Intelligence as new scorecard puts AI on the ballot

Survey shows Australians' trust in AI at an all-time low; election scorecard compares parties on backing an AI Safety Institute and AI Act. CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Australians' trust in AI has hit a …

Wahl: OSCE Mission to Skopje focuses on faster, fairer justice through targeted reform

Skopje, 30 April 2024 – Accelerating the delivery of justice was the central focus as the OSCE Mission to Skopje joined senior judicial professionals today at the Annual Judicial Conference, marking the National Day of the Judiciary. Held under the theme “ …

OSCE Mission and Ministry of Sports and Youth strengthen local support for youth participation

On 29 April, representatives from the Ministry of Sports and Youth, local governments, and local youth services gathered in Podgorica for the introductory capacity-building training titled "Networking and Cooperation of the Youth Sector at the Local …

Senate Passes Historic Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant victory for correctional officer safety, the U.S. Senate has passed the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act (S.307), marking a decisive step forward in protecting …

Make Asthma and Allergy Treatments Accessible for All

Washington, DC, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) continues a tradition started in 1984 - designating May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Our focus for 2025: Make asthma and …

The DevLand Foundation Sparks AI Tech Revolution to 'Serve The People'

MENLO PARK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DevLand Foundation Ignites a Gamified Revolution in Tech Education—Serving the People, Not Just the Elite Sick of tech training that feels like a closed club? The DevLand …

RJ Logistics: Preparing Cross-Border Shippers for June Tariff Deadline with Enhanced Compliance and Real-Time Support

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an attempt to create economic opportunities and stability for the U.S., President Trump announced new tariffs on trading partners worldwide on April 2, only to implement a 90-day-pause once they took …

Los Angeles County Bar Association Takes Stand Against Executive Overreach in New Court Filing

LACBA Among Nationwide Coalition Challenging Executive Orders That Threaten Legal Profession's Independence LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) is opposing recent …

President and high-level NATO PA delegation affirm unwavering support for Ukraine, importance of peace rooted in ...

30 April 2025 As efforts towards a ceasefire and peace in Ukraine intensify, a high-level delegation from the NATO Parliamentary Assembly led by President Marcos Perestrello (Portugal) travelled to Kyiv on 28-29 April to reaffirm the Assembly’s unwavering …