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Oman postpones regional talks on Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments

Oman postpones regional talks on Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments

Oman said it had to postpone a meeting with Iran and other regional countries to discuss the Strait of Hormuz

Eritrea Accuses UAE of 'Port Imperialism' and Rejects Military Presence, Citing US-Backed Abraham Accords Context

Eritrea Accuses UAE of 'Port Imperialism' and Rejects Military Presence, Citing US-Backed Abraham Accords Context

Eritrea's Foreign Minister, Osman Saleh, has accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of pursuing 'port imperialism' across Africa and rejected Emirati attempts to establish a stronger military and commercial presence in Eritrea. According to a Middle East Eye report, Saleh stated that the UAE has port facilities throughout the region, prompting African nations to question whether these ventures are solely for economic purposes. The UAE's DP World and AD Ports hold stakes or manage facilities in various locations, including Egypt, Tanzania, Somaliland, and Puntland. Eritrea specifically rejected a 2016 UAE request to establish a military base on an island in the Dahlak Archipelago, which would have been shared with Israel. This request occurred approximately five years before the UAE and Israel signed the US-backed Abraham Accords. Saleh emphasized Eritrea's stance, stating, 'We do not want any foreign power to have a 'hub' in Eritrea.' The UAE has denied having imperial ambitions in Africa, but its efforts ...

Xi pushes 'Greater BRICS' economic ties to give bloc larger global role

Xi pushes 'Greater BRICS' economic ties to give bloc larger global role

(Corrects spelling of headline tag) NEW DELHI, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled on Sunday initiatives in areas ranging from AI to trade to deepen cooperation among the "Greater BRICS" emerging economies, as Beijing seeks to weld the grouping into a practical platform for

International Organization for Migration Seeks Project Associate for Development and Reporting in Egypt

International Organization for Migration Seeks Project Associate for Development and Reporting in Egypt

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations-affiliated agency, is actively recruiting a Project Associate for Development and Reporting to join its Egypt Country Office. This role is crucial for supporting the development and design of new projects, engaging with technical specialists, and ensuring accurate reporting on implemented programs. The Project Associate will be responsible for drafting reports, concept notes, and proposals for potential donors, as well as compiling donor interim and final project reports in line with project objectives and donor agreements. The position also involves participating in quality assurance for project reporting, maintaining an understanding of IOM Egypt’s programs, and supporting resource mobilization efforts. Candidates are expected to have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with three years of experience or a High School Diploma with five years of experience, specifically in project development, management, technical writing, and donor ...

U.S. Funding Cuts Significantly Impact Lutheran World Federation's Global Aid Operations

U.S. Funding Cuts Significantly Impact Lutheran World Federation's Global Aid Operations

The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) World Service, a global humanitarian and development organization, has experienced significant impacts due to cuts in U.S. government funding. According to Maria Immonen, director of LWF World Service, these cuts have reduced their global budget by approximately 15 percent. The reduction in U.S. grants, which often included administrative overhead, disproportionately affected the organization's global coordination structures, leading to a 25 percent cut in these areas. Consequently, LWF World Service has had to restructure several country programs and its headquarters, resulting in the layoff of at least 300 staff members. A dramatic example of the direct impact is in South Sudan, where U.S. government-funded feeding programs in schools near the border were scrapped. This has led to increased malnutrition among children, with girls being subjected to early marriage due to families struggling to feed their children. Immonen also noted that other countries that were once m...

UAE Future Leaders Participate in Gaza Aid Operations in Egypt

UAE Future Leaders Participate in Gaza Aid Operations in Egypt

Members of the UAE's Future Leaders Empowerment Programme are actively involved in humanitarian operations aimed at supporting Palestinians in Gaza. This engagement is part of a field program conducted in Al Arish, Egypt. The participants are working at the UAE humanitarian aid logistics center, where they are responsible for preparing and packing aid trucks. These trucks are then transported towards the Rafah Crossing as part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'. In addition to logistics, the delegation visited the UAE Floating Hospital. During their visit, they received briefings on the medical treatment provided to Palestinian patients and injured individuals. They also distributed meals and inaugurated a library for patients undergoing treatment at the facility. The program also included visits to UAE desalination plants, which are crucial for supplying water to Palestinians in Gaza, and to the Rafah Crossing to observe the aid transportation process.

Iran and UAE back joint BRICS statement urging restraint in war

Iran and UAE back joint BRICS statement urging restraint in war

By Sarita Chaganti Singh, Shivangi Acharya and Saurabh Sharma NEW DELHI, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Iran and the United Arab Emirates signed up to a joint statement from the BRICS group of nations that called for restraint in the Middle East war on Saturday, in what was seen as a sign of diplomatic

BRICS adopts joint declaration, urges 'maximum restraint' in Mideast

BRICS adopts joint declaration, urges 'maximum restraint' in Mideast

By Sarita Chaganti Singh NEW DELHI, Sept 12 (Reuters) - The BRICS group of nations unanimously adopted a joint declaration on Saturday, expressing "deep concern" over the war in the Middle East and urged maximum restraint, advocating for a "multilateral approach" that respects national viewpoints.

BRICS agrees to joint declaration in test of unity despite Mideast tensions

BRICS agrees to joint declaration in test of unity despite Mideast tensions

By Sarita Chaganti Singh, Shivangi Acharya and Saurabh Sharma NEW DELHI, Sept 12 (Reuters) - The BRICS group of emerging economies has agreed on a joint declaration, sources told Reuters on Saturday, a significant diplomatic breakthrough as its leaders began summit talks in New Delhi, aiming to

BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say

BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say

By Sarita Chaganti Singh, Shivangi Acharya and Saurabh Sharma NEW DELHI, Sept 12 (Reuters) - The BRICS group of emerging economies has agreed on a joint declaration, sources told Reuters on Saturday, hours before its leaders began a summit in New Delhi, aiming to boost the bloc's global clout.

Xi urges BRICS peace role in Middle East, courts Modi on India visit

Xi urges BRICS peace role in Middle East, courts Modi on India visit

BEIJING, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the BRICS bloc to be a peacemaker in the Middle East conflict, in an address to a summit of member countries in New Delhi on Saturday.

King Salman Humanitarian Aid Center Distributes 25,000 Hot Meals in Gaza Strip

King Salman Humanitarian Aid Center Distributes 25,000 Hot Meals in Gaza Strip

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has distributed 25,000 hot meals to vulnerable populations in the central and southern Gaza Strip. This initiative is part of a broader Saudi campaign aimed at providing relief to the Palestinian people in the region. The meals were prepared and distributed through a central kitchen operated by KSrelief, benefiting 25,000 individuals. This effort underscores Saudi Arabia's ongoing commitment to humanitarian support for those in need, particularly during times of crisis in the Palestinian territories. The distribution highlights the continuous need for food assistance in Gaza and the role of international and regional organizations in addressing these critical humanitarian requirements.