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Al-Burhan urges US to remove Sudan from terror list
The US listed Sudan as one of the countries sponsoring terrorism in 1993 and started imposing economic sanctions on Sudan in 1997.
Egypt’s Al-Sisi joins tripartite summit with Jordan, Iraq to address Middle East issues
Al-Sisi and King Abdullah II discussed mutual efforts for countering terrorism, stressing importance of supporting international efforts in this area
32 African countries report less than 5,000 COVID-19 cases: Africa CDC
Africa CDC said southern Africa region is most affected area in terms of confirmed COVID-19 cases, followed by northern Africa and western Africa regions
South Sudan seeks $250m Afreximbank loan to cushion COVID-19 impacts
Lily Albino Akol, South Sudan deputy minister of agriculture and food security, said Afreximbank loan will be used to procure necessary supplies
Egypt, France Foreign Ministers discuss Libya ceasefire
Shoukry, Le Drian explore range of regional topics including two-state solution in Palestine
Egypt sends 2 further aircraft carrying aid to Beirut
Aircraft carry over 30 tonnes of relief aid, foodstuff, and medical supplies
Pompeo begins Mideast tour to push for normalisation with Israel
US Secretary of State, Israel’s Netanyahu discuss Iran’s influence, establishing Israel’s regional relationships
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to visit Sudan: Sudanese official
Sudan seeks its removal from list of countries US considers as sponsors of terrorism
Africa coronavirus cases near 1.18m, death toll rises to 27,592
Africa CDC, AU’s specialized healthcare agency, announced that Africa is working towards “trusted testing” for coronavirus to protect travel and borders
US-led coalition hands over military base near Baghdad to Iraqi forces
Over 5,000 US troops have been deployed in Iraq to support Iraqi forces in battles against the IS, mainly for training and advisory purposes
Roadside bomb hits US troops’ trucks in Baghdad: Iraqi official
The blast took place when the convoy was moving on a highway near al-Ghazaliyah neighborhood in the western part of the Iraqi capital Baghdad
Africa CDC warns against prevention fatigue amid easing lockdowns
Africa CDC said that 10,256,000 tests have been conducted, most of them in 10 countries, South Africa, Morocco, Ethiopia, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Nigeria, Uganda and Mauritius
Sudan optimistic as legal-technical GERD meetings continue
Former Egyptian official says Ethiopia does not seem serious in seeking win-win end
Iraqi protesters demolish headquarters of pro-Iran political parties
Violent protests arose following a spate of recent attacks on Iraqi activists across country
Egypt condemns military coup in Mali, urges parties to exercises self-restraint
Cairo stresses necessity of restoring constitutional legitimacy in Mali as soon as possible
Egypt sends 14 tonnes of medical aid to Sudan following floods
Torrential rains in Sudan have killed 63 people since July, and displaced thousands
UN tribunal convicts Hezbollah member, acquits 3 others in Hariri assassination
No direct evidence of Hezbollah leadership or Syrian government involvement in Hariri killing, says court
UN-backed tribunal convicted Hezbollah member in Hariri assassination
The four defendants, who have all been tried in absentia, were named as Salim Jamil Ayyash, Hassan Habib Merhi, Hussein Hassan Oneissi and Assad Hassan Sabra. The whereabouts of the men are not known.
Egypt sends 2 further aircraft carrying aid to Beirut
New aid shipments include over 28 tonnes of food and medical supplies
Establishing demilitarised zone in Sirte to divide Libya, support Turkish goals: Libyan MP
However, sources told Al Arabiya that the officials will discuss “military situation east of Misrata, and developing a plan for an attack on Sirte and Jufra.” They added that the talks will also focus “on developing the military airbase at Al-Watiya and provide it with advanced military equipment.”
Beirut explosion represents Lebanon’s collapse at sectarian system hands: Lebanese Academic
Eradication of militant bourgeoisie is necessary for building of new Lebanese state
GERD talks adjourned to Tuesday, giving time for consultation
Cairo and Khartoum firmly reject any unilateral actions, and call for legally binding agreement
UAE, Israel launch official phone links after normalisation deal
Abu Dhabi peace treaty halts Israel’s annexation plan, says Gargash
Egypt sends medical teams to Beirut
Two aircraft carrying 14 tonnes of urgent medical, relief supplies to be also dispatched
Egypt PM arrives in Sudan for discussions on Ethiopian dam, issues of mutual concern
The Egyptian delegation includes Ministers of Electricity, Health, Irrigation, Trade and Industry
UAE, Israel strike deal to normalize ties, halt annexation plans
UAE said that establishing normal relations with Israel will enable the country to play a constructive role in enhancing the region’s security and stability
Lebanon’s Parliamentary speaker urges for new government following Beirut port blast
Parliament approves State of Emergency declared by caretaker government
Egypt’s Intelligence Head, SRF discuss final arrangements for peace agreement with Sudan
Abbas Kamel meeting with Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF) aimed to support negotiations process, reach a comprehensive agreement towards sustainable peace.
Egypt’s Health Minister pledges medical support for South Sudan to combat Hepatitis C, B viruses, COVID-19
The two ministers inspected several medical centres South Sudan, including the Egyptian Kidney and Dialysis Center, and Juba Teaching Hospital (JTH).
Egypt’s Intelligence Head meets South Sudan’s Salva Kiir in Juba
President Al-Sisi stresses strength of Egypt-South Sudan relations during meeting