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Rome Gears Up for Pope's Funeral: 4,000 Police, Snipers, and Drones for 200,000 Faithful

Italy has implemented an extensive security plan ahead of Pope Francis' funeral, scheduled for Saturday at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, where over 200,000 faithful and numerous heads of state and government are expected. To ensure safety, 4,000 police officers will be deployed across Rome, and a no-fly zone will be established. Hundreds......

Pope Francis' final journey to St. Peter's Basilica ahead of his funeral

VATICAN CITY, April 23– The body of Pope Francis is scheduled to be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday, allowing the faithful to pay their final respects before his funeral. The service is expected to attract world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump. Pope Francis, who passed away at 88 on Monday due to......

Morocco prioritizes sustainable water management amid climate challenges

Morocco has taken significant steps to enhance its water resource management in response to increasing pressures from drought and climate change. At the recent SIAM 2025, the country signed two pivotal agreements aimed at revolutionizing its approach to water management. The agreements were established between the Ministry of Agriculture......

Funeral of Pope Francis: A Global Farewell

The funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday morning at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, where hundreds of thousands of faithful and foreign leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, are expected to gather. Following the Mass, which will begin......

Farewell to Pope Francis: A Global Voice for Peace and Justice

Pope Francis passed away on Monday morning at the age of 88 in the Vatican, marking the end of a papacy defined by compassion, reform, and global outreach. Known for his popularity among believers and his efforts to modernize the Catholic Church, he faced significant resistance from within its ranks. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Camerlengo,......

Pope Francis calls for Gaza ceasefire during brief Easter address

During a brief Easter Sunday appearance at the Vatican, Pope Francis called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, denouncing the humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing conflict. The pontiff, 88, currently recovering from a serious case of double pneumonia, delivered his message from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica. While an aide......

UN voices deep concern over US strikes on Yemeni oil port

The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed serious concern regarding recent US airstrikes on a key oil port in Yemen that reportedly resulted in 80 deaths and 150 injuries, according to Houthi sources. The port of Ras Issa and nearby areas were targeted by American forces on April 17 and 18, with reports indicating multiple civilian......

Trump and Meloni seek common ground on EU tariffs and Western unity

During a high-profile meeting at the White House, US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni voiced optimism about reaching a new trade agreement between the United States and the European Union. The leaders, both known for their conservative stances, discussed economic cooperation amid ongoing global financial uncertainty. Meloni,......

Trump tariffs kick in, spurring more market carnage

U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from dozens of countries officially took effect on Wednesday, triggering a sharp escalation in global trade tensions. Among the most significant were 104% duties on Chinese goods, a move that intensified market instability and accelerated a widespread sell-off in financial markets. These......

Charles and Camilla Celebrate 20 Years of Marriage

After more than five decades of knowing each other, Charles and Camilla celebrate two decades of marriage. Despite their significant milestone, the couple will have limited private time as they attend various events during their four-day state visit to Italy. Following a busy schedule, they are honored guests at a banquet. To mark the occasion,......

Morocco recognized as best tourism partner destination for 2025

During its annual convention held in Casablanca on April 5-6, 2025, the Italian group Welcome Travel Group (WTG) awarded Morocco the title of Best Tourism Partner Destination for 2025. The award was presented to Achraf Fayda, Director General of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT), by the WTG President. This honor highlights the success......

Over 50 nations request US trade talks after tariffs

More than 50 countries have reached out to the White House seeking to open trade negotiations following President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, according to senior administration officials. The newly imposed tariffs, which wiped nearly $6 trillion off US stock markets last week and shook global financial systems, have sparked widespread......

King Charles III resumes duties following health scare with visit to Italy

King Charles III, 76, has begun a trip to Italy just ten days after a health scare that led him to be hospitalized due to temporary side effects from cancer treatment. According to royal sources, the King is eager to continue with his scheduled visit, which also coincides with the 20th anniversary of his marriage to Queen Camilla. Initially,......