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EU Parliament calls on officials to take immediate action to stop genocide on Gaza
MENAFN
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August 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Several political groups in the European Parliament have called on the European Union’s leadership to take swift and decisive action to halt what they describe as genocide in Gaza. On Tuesday, representatives from the Left,...
Netanyahu declares ‘we don’t want to keep Gaza’
MENAFN
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August 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel does not plan to govern Gaza after its military campaign against Hamas ends, preferring that Arab countries assume control of the Palestinian territory. In a Thursday interview...
Government welcomes ICC’s recent warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant, and Mohammed Deif of Hamas
South African Government
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November 22, 2024
The South African Government welcomes the ICC’s recent warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant, and Mohammed Deif of Hamas. These actions mark a significant step towards justice for crimes against...
France Probes Death Threats Against Macron
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) France has initiated a criminal investigation into alleged death threats directed at President Emmanuel Macron, reportedly made by a rabbi who criticized his position on Palestinian statehood, according to a news agency on Friday. The...
Smotrich Says He No Longer Trusts Netanyahu’s Strategy
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated on Saturday that he has lost trust in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s stance on the war in the Gaza Strip. The far-right minister was responding to the “gradual plan” aimed at fully...
President Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa’s Statement on Working Session II: Reform of Global Governance Institutions G20 Leaders’ Summit
South African Government
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November 19, 2024
His Excellency President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Heads of State and Government of the G20 Members and Invited Countries, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr António Guterres, Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for ensuring that the reform...
Germany Halts Arms Exports to Israel
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany has put a stop to sending weapons to Israel that might be deployed in Gaza, following the approval of a strategy by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet to seize control of the Palestinian territory’s capital. The...
Minister Ronald Lamola participates in 47th United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, 25 Nov
South African Government
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November 22, 2024
Members of the Media are invited to join us as we DIRCO, the Embassy of the State of Palestine, and the UN in South Africa will host an event to mark the 47th United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This special...
Joint press statements of Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
President of Azerbaijan
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February 24, 2025
AZERBAIJAN, February 24 - Statement by President Ilham Aliyev - Dear Mr. Prime Minister, my dear brother, Dear guests, ladies and gentlemen, Once again, my dear brother, welcome to Azerbaijan. It's a big honor and privilege to have the opportunity...
Minister Fajon in Cairo: We are determined not to fail the people of the Middle East
Government of Slovenia
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December 2, 2024
SLOVENIA, December 2 - The conference entitled A Year Since the Humanitarian Catastrophe in Gaza: Urgent Needs, Lasting Solutions brought together a wide range of representatives from around the world to find ways to deliver even more humanitarian...
Minister Ronald Lamola on international relation matters and upcoming engagements
South African Government
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November 13, 2024
Media statement delivered by Minister Ronald Lamola at Oliver Tambo Building in Pretoria South Africa and Angola strengthen economic ties with new initiatives and upcoming State Visit On the 1st of November 2024, we undertook a working visit to...
Media Reveals Trump Yelled at Netanyahu
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump reportedly raised his voice at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a telephone conversation after the Israeli leader sought to minimize reports of starvation in Gaza, according to a report by a news...
South Africa Confirms Stance on Israel’s Genocide
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that his administration has not received any official appeal from the United States to rethink its genocide case against Israel at the International Criminal Court. “South Africa remains...
GREECE: Council of Europe calls for accountability for human rights violations against people seeking asylum ― Greek Ombudsman recommends disciplinary action over Pylos shipwreck ― NGO report reveals serious concerns about rule of law ― Court acquits P…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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February 13, 2025
The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights has called for accountability for human rights violations committed against people seeking asylum in Greece. The Greek Ombudsman has recommended disciplinary action for eight coastguard officers...
Palestine: $1m in grants awarded to support public interest journalism
National Union of Journalists
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November 19, 2024
22 recipients were announced at the first Palestine Media Conference in Ramallah. The National Union of Journalists has welcomed support for journalists in Palestine through awards of $1m. The International Federation of Journalists in partnership...
China condemns Israel’s plot for Gaza occupation
MENAFN
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August 9, 2025
(MENAFN) China has strongly criticized Israel’s plan to take military control of Gaza City, emphasizing that Gaza is an integral part of Palestinian territory. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian called on Israel to immediately halt the...
Minister Fajon: Advocating for a peace acceptable to Ukraine and grounded in the UN Charter
Government of Slovenia
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November 18, 2024
SLOVENIA, November 18 - Regarding the Russian aggression against Ukraine, ministers discussed full support for Ukraine, steps towards the next peace summit and possible further sanctions against Russia. In her intervention, Minister Fajon recalled...
Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Barbaric Attacks Kill Six More Civilians
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) At least six Palestinians were killed and several others wounded Sunday following a series of Israeli airstrikes and live-fire incidents across the Gaza Strip, according to medical sources cited by media. Four civilians lost their lives...
Namibia Condemns Israel’s Plan to Occupy Gaza
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN) Namibia voiced serious alarm on Wednesday regarding Israel’s intention to seize control of Gaza City. The southern African nation warned that such a move would significantly deteriorate the already critical humanitarian circumstances in...
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
National Union of Journalists
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November 23, 2024
NUJ condemns the violence and abuse targeted at women globally, whilst standing in solidarity with women journalists reporting from conflict zones and under repressive regimes. 25 November is the United Nations International Day for the...