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Iran’s UN Ambassador Blames US
(MENAFN) Iran’s representative to the United Nations on Friday condemned Israel’s assaults on its nuclear installations, labeling it a "direct consequence of the case of inaction on double standards" and accusing the United States of involvement....

Visibility Gaps in Local Search: Why Some Competitors Appear on Google—and Others Don’t
NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The visibility of a business on Google is no longer a digital luxury; it’s a determining factor in how customers discover, evaluate, and choose local services. In New Orleans...

Two African nations secure UN Security Council places
(MENAFN) The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) and Liberia have been elected as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) following a vote at the UN General Assembly in New York. In a single round of voting on...

France Expels Algerian Officials Amid Tensions
(MENAFN) France announced on Tuesday that it will be removing 12 Algerian representatives from its territory, a move that comes as diplomatic strains between Paris and Algiers intensify. This decision is seen as a countermeasure to Algeria's...

Activists set off from Tunisia to break Israel siege
(MENAFN) On Monday, over 1,000 activists from North African countries set off from Tunisia’s capital, beginning a land journey aimed at breaking Israel’s siege of the Gaza Strip and expressing solidarity with Palestinians. The Maghreb resilience...

AIDA Country Report on Ireland – 2024 Update
|Published on: 9th June 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Ireland provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and...

Koceila Chougar to Launch International Exhibition Program After Art Basel 2025 Debut
MONTE-CARLO , MONACO, June 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Franco‑Algerian painter Koceila Chougar (b. 1985, Tizi‑Ouzou) will embark on a multi‑city exhibition schedule in 2026–2027 after unveiling new large‑format works at Art Basel 2025. His...

France Retaliates, Expelling 12 Algerian Officials
(MENAFN) France announced on Tuesday that it is expelling 12 Algerian officials, escalating tensions after Algeria’s recent expulsion of 12 French diplomats. Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed the move in a post he shared on X, stating,...

Algerian navy rescues adrift migrant boat off northern coast
(MENAFN) On Monday, naval forces successfully rescued 23 undocumented migrants of African descent after their vessel was discovered adrift roughly 20 nautical miles north of Cap Djinet in Boumerdes province, located about 60 kilometers northeast...

UK supports controversial autonomy bid for African zone
(MENAFN) The UK has shifted its longstanding neutral stance by supporting Morocco’s proposal to grant limited autonomy to Western Sahara, a territory embroiled in a decades-long dispute in North Africa. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy...

Russia’s Grain Shipments to Africa Soar as European Supplies Dip
(MENAFN) Russia’s grain shipments to Africa have soared this agricultural season, with exports to North Africa climbing 10%, a senior Russian trade official revealed on Thursday. This growth marks Moscow’s expanding influence in a wheat market...

Africa Launches First-Ever Travel and Lifestyle Magazine
Africa launches its first luxury travel and lifestyle magazine, showcasing the continent's beauty, culture and innovation to the world. FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE, June 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Africa Launches First-Ever World-Class Travel and...

UN Appoints Five Nations for Security Council in 2026–2027
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the UN General Assembly selected five nations to join the UN Security Council (UNSC) as non-permanent members for the 2026–2027 term. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Latvia, and Liberia secured...

The 9th International Festival of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Kicks off
CHENGDU, China, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 9 th International Festival of the Intangible Cultural Heritage is held from May 28 to June 3 at the Chengdu International Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park. Co-hosted by the Sichuan...

Russia increases wheat shipments to Africa as France loses ground
(MENAFN) Russia has significantly increased its grain exports to Africa during the current agricultural season, making major gains in markets once dominated by European suppliers, particularly France. According to Ilya Ilyushin, head of Russia’s...

Russian Grain Exports to Africa Rise Sharply
(MENAFN) In the ongoing agricultural season, shipments of Russian grain to Africa have seen a significant increase, with exports to North African countries rising by 10 percent, according to a leading Russian trade official on Thursday. This...

World Boxing commands sex chromosome examination
(MENAFN) World Boxing, the international body overseeing amateur boxing, has announced a new rule requiring sex chromosome testing for athletes aiming to compete in the Olympics. The rule, set to take effect on July 1, is intended to ensure safety...

OPEC+ Ramps Up Oil Output by 411,000 BPD in July
(MENAFN) On Saturday, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allied producers, collectively called OPEC+, revealed plans to ramp up oil production by 411,000 barrels per day (bpd) starting in July. This decision was...

Managing Threats to Food Security: Water and Agricultural Resilience in North Africa
Introduction Sustaining food security in North Africa,1 is a complex and evolving challenge, influenced by the region’s arid climate, limited water resources, and sparse arable land. In response, efforts to enhance food security by governments,...

UN Security Council Approves Extension on South Sudan Arms Embargo
(MENAFN) On Friday, the United Nations Security Council approved a resolution renewing an arms embargo on South Sudan for another year, extending it until May 31, 2026. The resolution also maintains targeted sanctions, including travel bans and...