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Extreme heatwave disrupts Independence Day celebrations in the United States

A severe heatwave cast a shadow over the American Independence Day celebrations in many states across the eastern United States. The temperatures pushed…

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Pope Leo XIV calls for Europe to protect migrants during a visit to the island of Lampedusa

By: Mohamed Ragab Pope Leo XIV issued a strong call to European countries to enhance the protection of migrants and refugees during a visit...

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On the 250th anniversary of America's independence, a message from Sisi to Trump carries an invitation to strengthen the partnership.

Wrote: Badr Ahmed President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi sent a congratulatory cable to U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of…

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Reduced U.S. funding threatens the African Union's peacekeeping mission in Somalia

Written by: Mohamed Ragab The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) faces increasing challenges after U.S. funding cuts...

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The Troika: No genuine political dialogue in South Sudan amid Machar's detention and trial

The Troika countries, which include the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway, affirmed that achieving peace in South Sudan requires a return to dialogue...

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Medical students in Haiti are demanding the transfer of the University Hospital after its closure due to gang violence.

Wrote: Mohamed Ragab Dozens of medical students in Haiti organized a peaceful demonstration in the capital, Port-au-Prince, demanding the transfer and return of...

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Two people killed in Greek wildfires; rescue teams struggle to contain the blazes amid fierce challenges.

Written by: Mohamed Ragab. Two people died after a forest fire broke out in northern Greece, spreading rapidly to a house…

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The United Nations warns: The Ebola outbreak could cost Africa $3.6 billion.

United Nations warns that the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could cause economic losses...

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After meeting Modi, the oldest living wild animal in the Seychelles captivates Africa and the world.

Written by: Mohamed Omran. The Seychelles Islands witnessed a remarkable visit with dimensions that transcended the usual protocol, as the encounter with the oldest land animal...

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WHO: 1,300 deaths due to heatwave in Europe

Written by: Ayman Ragab. The World Health Organization announced today, Sunday, that more than 1,300 people have died as a result of the heatwave hitting Europe…

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