Newly released video reportedly shows Israeli Defense Force soldiers using captive Palestinians as human shields and exploration drones during operations in Gaza.

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Zambia’s central bank has introduced regulations to strengthen the kwacha and curb dollarization Read Full Article at RT.com

Aydos Sadykov passed away in the Ukrainian capital after spending nearly two weeks in a coma following an assassination attempt Read Full Article at RT.com

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RIYADH: The UN has declared Nov. 24 will be World Conjoined Twins Day following a request from Saudi Arabia, reported the Saudi Press Agency. From this year the day will be observed annually after an initiative proposed by Saudi Arabia in collaboration with Bahrain, Morocco, Qatar and Yemen. The day aims to raise awareness of conjoined twins and celebrate achievements in the field of conjoined-twin separation surgery.

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived on Tuesday in the Turkish capital, Ankara, on an official visit, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Prince Khalid will hold several meetings to discuss bilateral relations, enhance joint cooperation between the two brotherly countries, and discuss issues of common interest, SPA said. Upon his arrival at Esenboga International Airport in Ankara, His Highness was received by the Chairman of the Turkish Defense Industries Authority, Professor Khaluk Gurgun, and a number of senior officials.

Maxim Behar, Honorary Consul General of Seychelles in Bulgaria, has been honoured by the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Bulgaria for his contribution to developing bilateral relations. “Seychelles has become one of the most preferred exotic holiday destinations for Bulgarians,” said Behar during a recent reception at the Hilton Hotel in Sofia, commemorating the 48th anniversary of Seychelles' Independence and the 20th anniversary of the Consulate's establishment in Bulgaria. The event welcomed dozens of Bulgarian and international friends of Seychelles, representatives of the Bulgarian Diplomatic Corps, the Bulgarian government, the business sector, tour operators, and media representatives. Zakia El Midaoui, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Ambassador of Morocco in Bulgaria, a guest of honour, presented Behar with a trophy for his contributions to the development of diplomatic, economic, and tourism relations between Seychelles and Bulgaria. «Today, we celebrate not only the Republic of Seychelles’ Independence but also its cultural diversity, unity, harmony, tolerance, and good governance. Rich in natural beauty and resources, the Seychelles have a wonderful Honorary Consul General in the face of Maxim Behar, who has represented the Seychelles' interests in Bulgaria for over 20 years. He is also among the best honorary consuls representing a foreign state in Bulgaria,» added  Midaoui. «I am delighted to represent such an incredibly beautiful, peaceful, and brave country as the Republic of Seychelles, comprising about 115 islands in the Indian Ocean. Over the last 20 years, the country has undergone significant transformation and progress. Today, they have strong, friendly ties with many European countries, the market and tourism sector have significantly developed, and residents and businesses are becoming increasingly active in the digital world. At the same time, the Seychelles nation continues to preserve its rich nature and cultural traditions. We have succeeded in increasing tourist interest in these wonderful islands, especially in Bulgaria, promoting new business opportunities between the two countries,» shared Behar. Among the official guests at the event were also Irena Georgieva, Deputy Minister of Tourism in Bulgaria, Rumen Petrov, Director of the Middle East and Africa Directorate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bulgaria, Professor Dimitar Dimitrov, Rector of the Bulgarian University of National and World Economy, and Victor Melamed, member of the Board of the Association of Honorary Consuls in Bulgaria (AHCB) and Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Thailand in Bulgaria. On behalf of the Association of Honorary Consuls in Bulgaria (AHCB), Melamed presented Behar with a certificate for his contribution to the development of the Association and active work in positioning it as a friendly space with international influence. Association of Honorary Consuls in Bulgaria (AHCB), Victor Melamed presented Behar with a certificate. (Seychelles Honorary Consulate General in Sofia ) Photo License: All Rights Reserved   The reception not only celebrated the successes of the Consulate over the past two decades but also introduced guests to the book «The Magic of Seychelles Cuisine & Stories from the 'Paradise on Earth'» by Behar, revealing the secrets of Creole cuisine and the unique beauty of Seychelles. Behar actively works to develop good relations between Seychelles and Bulgaria, representing the countries at international meetings, forums, and conferences. He is the initiator of successful projects such as the Seychelles Investment Forum, which still attracts foreign investments, the first online Seychelles News Agency (SNA), ranked among the best in Africa, and the modern web vision of the national newspaper Seychelles Nation. Behar is the chairman of the PR and Media Committee of the World Federation of Consuls (FICAC), Vice President and Spokesperson for the Association of Honorary Consuls in Bulgaria. The Consulate General of Seychelles in Bulgaria was established in July 2004 by decision No. 578 of Bulgaria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Its headquarters are in Sofia, and its consular district covers the whole of Bulgaria. The Consulate is a member of the Consular Association and is among the founders of the Group of African Diplomats in Bulgaria.

Philippe Marie, nouveau PDG d'Air Tahiti Nui, a officiellement pris ses fonctions lundi 1er juillet. L'heure est donc au bilan pour son prédécesseur, Michel Monvoisin, à la tête de la compagnie pendant onze ans.

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According to the report, a crisis center was established at the site

The military noted that Hamas «continues to systematically violate international law while using civilian infrastructure and the civilian population as human shields»

Dmitry Peskov stressed, however, that «Orban is well known as a politician who knows how to defend his country’s interests in quite a tough manner»

Lifosa expects to produce 606,000 metric tons of granulate nitrogen and phosphate fertilizers, 19,000 metric tons of urea phosphates, and 63,000 metric tons of feed phosphates

The politician expressed hope that this information is nothing more but rumors, but noted that even before the first round of elections, last Wednesday, «many more appointments were made than during usual cabinet meetings»

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Viktor Orban's spokesman Bertalan Havasi pointed out that the Orban-Zelensky talks would focus «on the possibility of peace» in Ukraine

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SINGAPORE — A 73-year-old woman who, together with her family, abused an intellectually disabled woman they treated like a slave has been sentenced to 17 years and 10 months' jail. Hasmah Sulong had the most serious charges of her family, all of whom have been convicted and sentenced in relation to this case. The horrific acts that she committed on the victim included knocking her teeth out with a hammer, digging a finger into her eye until it bled, splashing her with hot water, and chaining her to a toilet bowl. As a result, the victim, now 33, suffered head injuries, burns, permanent blurred vision in her right eye, and the loss of 10 teeth. On July 2, Hasmah pleaded guilty to five charges relating to the abuse. The victim was a secondary school friend of one of Hasmah's sons, Muhammad Isafi Ismail, and grew close to his family over time. After running away from home in 2016, the victim moved into the family's flat at Woodlands Drive.

Foreigners with multiple passports who are convicted in Singapore can indicate where they prefer to be deported, and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will assess if they can be admitted to that country, said Minister of State for Home Affairs Sun Xueling in Parliament on Tuesday (July 2). The assessment is based on the validity of the foreigners' travel documents, she said. She was fielding questions from Members of Parliament (MPs) on the recent money laundering case with over S$3 billion in assets seized. The 10 foreign nationals who were arrested on Aug 15, 2023, were convicted of money laundering-related charges and are serving jail terms of 13 to 17 months. Workers' Party MP Sylvia Lim asked what is taken into account in deciding where convicted foreigners are deported after serving their sentences, and how these considerations were applied to the 10 in this case. Sun replied that foreigners convicted in Singapore, including those in this case, are deported to «any country to which their passport or travel document allows them to go».

Five years ago, Kallang resident Looi starting picking up trash left under his block whenever he was free. After retiring in 2023, he decided to dedicate even more time to keeping the community clean, spending eight hours every day picking up litter around the estate, reported Shin Min Daily News. The 66-year-old man, who lives at Block 467 Crawford Lane, credited his younger sister as his source of inspiration. She had returned to Singapore from Hong Kong five years ago to care for their ailing mother and would help clear litter around the block in her free time. «I'm also a fastidious person and wanted to clean up the rubbish and cigarette butts I see while on my way home, so I joined her,» said Looi. He noted that the high human traffic in the area leads to an inevitable build-up of trash. The estate is located close to Lavender MRT station and several office buildings. «When I was still working, I could only pick up rubbish from 7pm to 10pm. Now that I'm retired, I have more time and will collect rubbish across two periods — from 5am to 7.30am and from 4pm to 10pm.»

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Didi Hamann has slammed Cristiano Ronaldo as 'embarrassing' after he was seen crying on the pitch following his penalty miss against Slovenia.

SINGAPORE — Singapore is prepared in principle to recognise Palestine as a state and will make this move at an appropriate time, said Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan in Parliament on July 2. Its key consideration in doing so is that such a move should help the progress towards peace and a negotiated two-state solution, he added. «In particular, there will need to be an effective Palestinian government that accepts Israel's right to exist and categorically rejects terrorism,» Dr Balakrishnan said. «Both sides have legitimate rights, and both peoples have a right to live in peace and dignity within secure borders.» He was responding to questions on Singapore's May 10 decision to vote for a United Nations (UN) resolution backing the admission of Palestine as a member of the world body, which it said was made after «serious and careful consideration».

The new Presidential Palace, Ministry of Finance Building, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Building were officially handed over to the Government of Vanuatu yesterday.

Sani Sokomanu, son of Vanuatu’s first President, Ati George Sokomanu, told the Vanuatu Daily Post on Sunday, 30th of June 2024, that Mele village will buzz with excitement during the commissioning of the new Landing Craft (LC) of the Vanuatu…

Over 10,000 claims from over 3,000 Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU) members have been submitted to the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) and the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET), as the 14-day undertaking deadline approaches.