Naïma Moutchou appointed as France’s minister of public transformation and digital affairs

Naïma Moutchou, a French-Moroccan politician and lawyer, has been appointed as France’s new Minister of Public Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Affairs in Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s cabinet. Her nomination marks a symbolic milestone for diversity and......

Portugal strengthens support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara

Portugal’s Social Democratic Party (PSD), the leading party in the nation’s governing coalition, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara. During a parliamentary session on Friday, PSD described the plan as “the most serious, credible, and constructive......

Morocco reiterates commitment to two-state solution at UN conference

Morocco, represented by Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, reaffirmed its unwavering support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state during a high-level international conference held Monday in New York. The event, focused on the peaceful resolution of the Palestinian question, was......

France formally recognizes Palestinian state as Macron calls for Gaza war to end

At a United Nations summit, French President Emmanuel Macron made a groundbreaking announcement that France officially recognizes the State of Palestine. This decision, hailed as a historic moment in French foreign policy, signals a significant shift in Western engagement with the Israeli-Palestinian......

UN faces global challenges at 80th General Assembly amid new geopolitical shifts

As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, world leaders convene at the General Assembly to address escalating conflicts, financial instability, and transformative global issues. The summit, held against the backdrop of wars, climate crises, and advancing technologies, aims to foster international......

Spain’s prime minister urges UN membership for Palestine after French-led summit

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for the recognition of a Palestinian state as a full member of the United Nations, following a French-led summit on the issue. His remarks were made during an address to the United Nations General Assembly, where he emphasized the urgency of the......

UK and Portugal to announce recognition of Palestine ahead of UN meeting

The United Kingdom and Portugal are set to officially recognize the State of Palestine, making their announcements ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The move comes amid escalating international condemnation of Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza, which has resulted......

US ambassador calls Israel America’s ‘only true partner’ in the Middle East amid Gaza crisis

At a diplomatic conference in Jerusalem on Tuesday, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee described Israel as the United States’ “only true partner” in the Middle East. His remarks come amid escalating international condemnation of Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza, which......

France erupts as 'Block Everything' protests challenge new prime minister

Protesters across France clashed with police and blocked highways on Wednesday as the “Block Everything” movement staged widespread demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s policies. The protests coincided with the first day in office for the country’s new prime minister,......

Nationwide protests disrupt France as ‘Bloquons Tout’ movement gains momentum

France is facing widespread disruptions today as the “Bloquons Tout” (Let’s Block Everything) movement mobilizes thousands across the country. This grassroots protest, initiated on social media in May, calls for a nationwide shutdown to oppose government austerity policies. By mid-morning,......

South Korea drafts UN resolution to address Iran sanctions amid diplomatic tensions

South Korea has completed drafting a United Nations Security Council resolution aimed at permanently lifting sanctions against Iran, fulfilling its procedural obligation as the Council’s president for September. This move follows the activation of the European Union’s snapback mechanism against......

Bayrou ousted as French prime minister after confidence vote defeat

François Bayrou was removed from his position as French prime minister today after losing a confidence vote in the National Assembly, marking the end of his nine-month tenure. The motion against him passed with 364 votes to 194, as opposition parties united to reject his leadership. Bayrou is......

France and Spain surpass Germany in refugee arrivals as asylum applications drop across Europe

Asylum applications to the European Union fell by 23% in the first half of 2025, driven by a sharp decline in Syrians seeking international protection, according to a report released Monday by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA). Sharp decline in Syrian asylum claims Data from the EUAA revealed......

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