Press Releases

Libya’s Eastern Parliament Pledges Unwavering Support for Sudan

(MENAFN) Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives reaffirmed its unwavering backing for Sudan on Sunday amid ongoing regional instability, reported a Libyan news agency. During a Benghazi meeting, Libya’s eastern Minister of African Affairs,...

Sudan, AU Talk on Reinstating Membership

(MENAFN) Sudan and the African Union (AU) have engaged in talks regarding the reinstatement of the nation’s membership in the bloc, a news agency reported on Wednesday. Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris and the head of the African Union...

EU MARITIME BORDERS: Several tragedies in the Mediterranean ― First footage of Libyan militiamen in brutal people smuggling operations ― Spanish Navy chief issues stark reminder about the Law of the Sea ― Fatal accident in the Aegean ― French police ac…

There have been 1,288 registered deaths so far this year in the Mediterranean, including in a number of recent tragedies. A journalist has recorded footage of Libyan government-backed militiamen actively participating in people smuggling in the...

Medical Teams International President & CEO Advocates for Increased Mental Health Support for Children in Sudan

Portland, Oregon USA, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medical Teams International President & CEO, Eric Ha, is calling for an expanded response to the critical mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) needs of children in Sudan. He is...

EU Announces Extension of Sanctions on Sudan’s Instigators Until 2026

(MENAFN) The European Union announced on Monday that it has prolonged its sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for undermining Sudan’s political transition and exacerbating the country’s instability. Originally set to expire in...

Sudan Opposes Foreign Interference in Internal Matters

(MENAFN) Sudan on Saturday expressed support for regional and international initiatives aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and halting attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), while firmly opposing any foreign interference in its...

UN Chief Convenes with Regional, Global Leaders

(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres held discussions on Sunday with regional and international leaders to explore ways of enhancing global collaboration ahead of the UN General Assembly's High-level Week. Guterres met with Arab League...

Sudan's RSF Launches Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure, Power Station

(MENAFN) Sudan's paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), launched drone attacks on Sunday, hitting a power station and other civilian infrastructure in White Nile State, central Sudan, according to a statement from Sudan's Transitional...

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: EU and Egypt to hold first summit in October — Norway intervenes in investigation into Libyan Coast Guard attack on NGO ship — New abuse accusations levelled against Libyan Coast Guard — UN Special Rapporteur issues migration reco…

The EU will host its first ever summit with Egypt on 22 October in Brussels. The Norwegian government has intervened in the ongoing investigation into the recent attack on an NGO search and rescue (SAR) ship. A SAR NGO has accused Libyan...

Somali Leader states his nation willing to facilitate Ethiopia, Egypt dialogue

(MENAFN) According to reports, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his country’s readiness to play a mediating role in the ongoing discussions between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan concerning the use and management of Nile water...

Media Advisory: “The Mosquers” Muslim Film Festival Returns to Edmonton Sept 18-21, 2025

EDMONTON, Alberta, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General admission tickets are now on sale for The Mosquers Film Festival 2025, the world’s largest Muslim film and arts festival, which returns to Edmonton September 18th to 21st for its 17th...

RSF Strikes Spark Power Outages Across Sudan’s Khartoum

(MENAFN) Drone attacks launched by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have struck critical infrastructure in Khartoum state, triggering widespread power outages, according to local reports on Tuesday. Media, citing eyewitness accounts, reported...

Karnataka Tourism Strengthens Presence in Japan with Roadshow in Tokyo and Participation at the Tourism Expo Japan 2025

Strengthening cultural and travel ties, Karnataka presents its heritage, wildlife, and wellness experiences to Japan’s travel trade and global travelers. BENGALURU , KARNATAKA , INDIA, September 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karnataka Tourism’s...

A Thousand and One Berber Nights - Film Screening

The Middle East Institute’s Arts & Culture Center is pleased to present a screening of A Thousand and One Berber Nights (2023) followed by an in-person Q&A with director Hisham Aidi. The documentary explores the life and legacy of Moroccan dancer...

President Cyril Ramaphosa receives Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission-designate, 2 Oct

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday, 02 October 2025, receive Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission-designate at a Credentials Ceremony to be held at Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria. Letters of Credence are official...

Iraq Launches Development Vision to Reduce Oil Reliance

(MENAFN) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani on Saturday unveiled an ambitious long-term development strategy aimed at reshaping the country’s economy and reducing its heavy dependence on oil revenues. Speaking at the official launch of...

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's National Statement at the General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, 27 September 2025

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan delivered Singapore’s national statement at the General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in New York on 27 September 2025. Addressing the General Assembly,...

FIFA President Urges Peace Amid Global Conflicts

(MENAFN) FIFA President Gianni Infantino has appealed for peace in Gaza as well as other conflict zones worldwide, expressing deep empathy as he shared that he has been moved to tears alongside distressed children and grieving mothers. During a...

Statement on the Cabinet meeting of Wednesday, 17 September 2025

A. Issues in the environment 1. Economy 1.1. Economic Growth 1.1.1. Cabinet welcomed the latest GDP figures, which show that the economy has grown 0.8% in the second quarter of 2025, an improvement from the 0.1% growth in the first quarter. 1.1.2....

A Lifelong Commitment: Reflections on Feminist Civic Space in the Arab Region

The Journey into Feminism My journey into gender equality began unexpectedly during my doctoral research. I was studying the socio‑economic impact of labor migration from Egypt to Saudi Arabia in the 1980s. In one village, as much as 95% of the...