Saudi Arabia deported 13,724 illegal residents during a weeklong enforcement campaign, as authorities stepped up action against residency, border security and labor law violations across the Kingdom. The Ministry of Interior said security forces detained 14,260 violators between August 13 and 19 during joint inspections conducted with relevant government authorities. Key Figures From the Weeklong… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Deports 13,724 Residents in Crackdown
President Asif Ali Zardari has called for stronger Pakistan-Malaysia cooperation in law enforcement, counter-terrorism and narcotics control. He also urged closer coordination to tackle human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Zardari made the remarks during a meeting with Malaysian Home Affairs Minister Saifuddin Nasution bin Ismail at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad. Pakistan’s Interior and Narcotics Control… Continue reading Pakistan-Malaysia Cooperation: Zardari Seeks Stronger Ties
Bolivia President Rodrigo Paz has endured one of the toughest weeks of his presidency, facing political divisions, economic pressure and a major scandal involving a close adviser. The turmoil reached a new level on Friday when Paz dismissed Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinoza. The minister’s removal followed a congressional vote against him and came as… Continue reading Bolivia President Paz Faces Scandal and Setbacks
Congo Receives More Than 16,000 Ebola Vaccine Doses Congo has received 16,250 doses of the Ervebo Ebola vaccine as health authorities struggle to contain an unprecedented outbreak of Ebola, the country’s health minister said. The vaccines arrived at N’djili International Airport in Kinshasa late Friday. The shipment forms part of 70,000 doses expected from the… Continue reading Congo Ebola Vaccine Arrives Amid Unprecedented Outbreak
Liam Potts: Two Men Re-Arrested After Soldier’s Death The Liam Potts investigation has led to the re-arrest of two men on suspicion of manslaughter after police recovered the body of the 22-year-old Coldstream Guards soldier from a river in Northumberland. Northumbria Police found Potts near Wylam Bridge on August 18. He had disappeared in the… Continue reading Liam Potts Death: Two Men Re-Arrested Over Soldier’s Death
French interceptor missiles will form part of France’s latest military support for Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron announced after a deadly Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih. Macron said France would provide French interceptor missiles to help Ukraine strengthen its air defences and protect its cities from Russian missile and drone attacks. “It is crucial to… Continue reading French Interceptor Missiles for Ukraine, Macron Says
Canada Announces Retaliatory Tariffs on US Imports Canada is preparing to impose retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US imports after President Donald Trump introduced new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney said the measures will take effect on September 8. The announcement followed several days of intense negotiations between Ottawa… Continue reading Canada Retaliatory Tariffs Target US Imports, Carney Says
Iran has allowed a number of Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after repeated requests from Baghdad, according to Iran’s state news agency IRNA. The decision followed several requests from Iraqi officials through diplomatic channels. IRNA reported that the issue was one of Baghdad’s main requests during Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad… Continue reading Iraqi Oil Tankers Allowed Through Hormuz by Iran
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has opened Pakistan’s first heart transplant centre at the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology in Lahore. The Maryam Nawaz Sharif Heart Transplant Centre will offer heart transplant services free of charge to eligible patients. The new centre features advanced medical equipment. It aims to help patients who cannot afford expensive… Continue reading Heart Transplant Centre Opens Free in Lahore
Mexico-US cattle trade is set to resume on August 24 after a yearlong suspension caused by concerns over the New World screwworm. However, Mexican ranchers will face strict U.S. controls designed to prevent the flesh-eating parasite from spreading across the border. The reopening offers hope to cattle producers in northern Mexico and could also ease… Continue reading Mexico-US Cattle Trade Resumes Amid Screwworm Risk
