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Activists Start Hunger Strike in Belgium, Demand Israel Ties End
(MENAFN) On Monday, a coalition of activists initiated a hunger strike in Ghent, Belgium, protesting the Belgian government’s ongoing relations with Israel and standing in solidarity with the Palestinian population. The strike, organized by the...

S-Africa contemplates closing Israeli embassy
(MENAFN) South Africa’s Cabinet is expected to make a decision by the end of the year regarding the potential closure of the Israeli embassy in Pretoria. This update was provided by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola...

Lebanon, U.S. Explore Israeli Retreat, Hezbollah Disarmament in Talks
(MENAFN) Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam revealed on Monday that discussions took place with US envoy Tom Barrack about coordinating Israel’s pullout from Lebanese land with the disarmament of Hezbollah. At a press briefing after meeting...

TRNC Signs Agreement with Turkish Airlines
(MENAFN) The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) formalized an agreement on Monday with Türkiye’s national airline, Turkish Airlines, and the budget carrier AJet as part of an initiative designed to simplify and reduce the cost of air...

U.S. Drops Syrian Group HTS from Terrorist Listing
(MENAFN) The State Department has eliminated the terrorist designation for al-Nusrah Front, widely recognized as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), based on an unpublished Federal Register notice released Monday. "In consultation with the Attorney...

Turkey-China Media Forum takes place in Ankara
(MENAFN) The Türkiye-China Media Forum took place on Wednesday in Ankara, gathering media professionals, government officials, and scholars from both countries to engage in comprehensive discussions on media collaboration and emerging trends in...

Israel Engages in Secret Talks with Russia
(MENAFN) Israel has reportedly conducted covert discussions with Russia regarding Iran and Syria during a pause in hostilities agreed upon with Tehran, according to a report released Wednesday. A state broadcaster indicated that Tel Aviv has...

Egypt and Saudi Arabia: Any good relationship needs work
It is a particularly exhausting time to be an Arab foreign minister. On June 21, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reiterated his country’s condemnation of the State of Israel’s “blatant aggression” against the Islamic Republic of...

Somerset Asset Management Expands Operations in Europe and Middle East
SHENZHEN, China, June 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Somerset Asset Management, renowned for offering personalized wealth management services to high-net-worth individuals, families, non-profit organizations, and corporate retirement plans, is...

Iran Shuts Airspace Again to International Transit Flights
(MENAFN) Iran's airspace in the central and western regions has been closed again to international transit flights, just five days after it was reopened, the Iranian government announced on Wednesday. The move comes after the Civil Aviation...

Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2025
The 2025 Class of 40 Under 40 Reflects the Incredible Diversity and Dynamism of Arab Americans Nationwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of its 40 Under...

Turkey’s national chief visits Iraq to discuss with top KRG leaders
(MENAFN) The head of Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT), Ibrahim Kalin, visited northern Iraq on Tuesday for a series of important discussions with top Kurdish Regional Government (KRG) leaders, according to reports. Kalin’s visit...

Iranian President Declares Cutting Ties with IAEA
(MENAFN) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on Wednesday the suspension of his nation's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a move that was reported by several media outlets. According to a local news agency,...

Inspira in High-Level Government Talks to Advance National Integration of the ART100 and Establish a Global Distribution Framework
RA'ANANA, Israel, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspira™ Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd. (NASDAQ: IINN) ("Inspira," “Inspira Technologies,” or the "Company"), a pioneer in innovative life-support and diagnostic technologies, today announced that...

Wildfires Sweep Northwestern Syria, 10,000 Hectares Destroyed
(MENAFN) Wildfires are rapidly spreading across northwestern Syria, engulfing approximately 10,000 hectares of forest land, officials confirmed Sunday. New flames have ignited in Qastal Maaf, a town in Latakia’s rural area, according to a local...

Turkey is to become top ten nations in maritime trade
(MENAFN) Türkiye is on track to become one of the world’s top 10 nations in maritime trade thanks to the strength of its national merchant fleet, according to the country's Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, as reported by various sources....

Libyan PM Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to Security Strategy
(MENAFN) Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh reaffirmed his government’s commitment to its security strategy, emphasizing that it will not relent in dismantling militias and unauthorized armed groups. In an interview with media, released...

Post Malone to Headline The Challenge, Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Annual Festival and Fundraiser, Benefiting Non-Profit Partners
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) today announced the lineup for The Challenge, its annual music festival and fundraiser focused on promoting mental health in support of future generations. The...

AgEagle Aerial Systems Partners with Israeli firm to Advance AI-Powered Autonomous Drone Teaming
Integration of AI-driven software with eBee VISION drones through a strategic partnership to demonstrate fully autonomous, coordinated unmanned operations WICHITA, Kan., July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), a...

EFM Global Recognised as Best Logistics Supplier at the 2025 Middle East Event Awards for the Second Consecutive Year
LONDON, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EFM Global (EFM), the international logistics partner behind some of the world’s most complex event and exhibition movements, has been named Best Logistics Supplier at the 2025 Middle East Event Awards....