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Qatar, UK reaffirm commitment to Lebanon's reform process — joint statement

In a significant diplomatic move, Qatar and the United Kingdom reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Lebanon's ongoing reform process during the Second Qatar-UK Strategic Dialogue. In a joint statement, Qatar and the UK agreed to enhance …

Plans to link Cyprus and Lebanon by ferry confirmed

Plans to link Cyprus and Lebanon with a passenger ferry service, were confirmed on Tuesday by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, he said a group of investors informed the government of their intention to commence ferry …

Lebanese PM vows to end Israeli occupation, calls for global pressure

BEIRUT, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam affirmed on Tuesday Lebanon's commitment to ending the Israeli occupation of all Lebanese territory and called for intensified diplomatic efforts to halt ongoing violations. "Lebanon …

Israel's foreign minister blasts world court hearing on Gaza as part of 'delegitimization' of Israel

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The United Nations’ highest court opens hearings Monday into Israel’s obligation to “ensure and facilitate” urgently needed humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians in the occupied territories, bringing the ongoing …

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun addresses French Senate: Israeli withdrawal from the 5 occupied points a necessity to ...

Ex-Israeli prime minister says military suffering severe manpower shortages

Tel Aviv, April 28 (RH)-- Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett says the Israeli military has been “stretched beyond its limits” with the fighting in Gaza, the occupied West Bank, the Jordan Valley, Lebanon, Syria and the Sinai over the past year …

Biden and Trump: What Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu Says About Working With Each Administration

JERUSALEM, Israel—When Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his advisers were discussing the plan to detonate explosives located inside pagers used by Hezbollah in Lebanon, some close to the Israeli leader encouraged him to give the Biden …

President Aoun Reiterates Call on US to Press ‘Israel’ to Withdraw from South Lebanon

President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, stressed on Tuesday that the Lebanese Army is assuming all its responsibilities pertaining to the implementation of the UN Resolution 1701 and the deployment in the South Litani River in order to secure the …

Will a weakened Hezbollah in Lebanon disarm?

BEIRUT (AP) — Israel’s latest airstrike on what it called a Hezbollah missile storage facility in Beirut’s southern suburbs came during increasing pressure for the Lebanese militant group to disarm. The disarmament of what has been the region’s most …

Lebanon’s president presses for anti-corruption drive, refugee return, US backing

President Joseph Aoun reaffirmed Lebanon’s commitment to economic, financial, and administrative reforms during meetings on Tuesday. He stressed that combating corruption remains one of his key priorities, which he pursues in cooperation with the …

Hezbollah MP Urges Lebanese Prime Minister to Visit Beirut’s Dahiyeh and Witness Israeli Aggression

MP Ibrahim Al-Moussawi, a member of Hezbollah’s Loyalty to Resistance bloc, called on Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and his ministers to visit the southern suburbs of Beirut (Dahiyeh) to witness firsthand the Israeli aggression against Lebanon and …

Aoun urges US to help Lebanon achieve stability

by Naharnet Newsdesk 29 April 2025, 14:21 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called Tuesday on the United States to help Lebanon achieve stability. "It is in the interest of the United States for Lebanon to remain a stable and secure country, and …

Sheikh Qassem: Lebanon Will Remain Strong With Its Resistance, Army, & People

Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem stressed that Lebanon’s top priority is ending the Israeli aggression, withdrawing from southern Lebanon, and releasing prisoners. In a speech Monday evening, Sheikh Qassem emphasized the priorities of Lebanon …

President Joseph Aoun: Lebanon’s security and stability match with the interest of the United States which must take the ...

Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs meets Deputy Prime Minister of Lebanon

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met Monday with Deputy Prime Minister of the sisterly Republic of Lebanon HE Dr. Tarek Mitri on the margin of the 2025 Global Security …

Lebanon's interior minister inspects Mount Lebanon’s readiness for municipal vote

Interior Minister Ahmad Al-Hajjar toured Mount Lebanon on Tuesday to review preparations for the upcoming municipal elections. He was received by Governor Judge Mohammad Makkawi, district officials, and security representatives. Al-Hajjar inspected ballot …

Iran Update, April 30, 2025

Information Cutoff: 2:00 pm ET The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute and the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) publish the Iran Update, which provides insights into Iranian and Iranian-sponsored activities that …

Arab-American Trump voters have reservations but stand by their decision

To mark his one hundredth day in office - a milestone marked in every presidency - US President Donald Trump held a rally in the Detroit suburb of Warren, Michigan, on Tuesday. He narrowly won the swing state in 2016, and again in 2024, thanks in large …

What is behind the violence in Syria?

Clashes have erupted in Jaramana and Ashrafiyat Sahnaya on the outskirts of the Syrian capital, Damascus, this week. The violence, which initially involved local armed men from the Druze religious minority and unknown gunmen from other towns, has killed at …

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 …