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U.S Treasury sanctions Iranians over missile support to Yemen’s Huthis

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned five Iranian individuals for providing ballistic missile-related technical expertise to Yemen's Huthis.


Biden discusses ceasefire negotiations with Egyptian president

President Biden and President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt held a discussion today focusing on negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.


Report highlights challenges and opportunities in global educational technology integration

The global learning and skills crisis remains a significant challenge, with over half of 10-year-olds in low- and middle-income countries unable to read and understand age-appropriate texts.


EIB partners with Societe Generale to boost investment in Europe's wind industry

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Societe Generale have announced a new initiative aimed at stimulating investment in the wind energy sector across Europe.


U.S. condemns violence by Georgian Dream party against citizens

The United States has issued a statement condemning the violence perpetrated by the Georgian Dream party against various groups in Georgia.


US commits $45 million for bilateral assistance in Egypt

Egypt and the United States have signed amendments to five bilateral assistance agreements, amounting to $45 million.


FBI seeks help locating two missing children from Virginia

The FBI Norfolk Field Office, in collaboration with the James City County Police Department and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, is seeking public assistance to locate Amina Kandil and Belel Kandil.


Libya's National Oil Corporation resumes operations amid international support

The governments of the United States, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom have jointly issued a statement welcoming the resumption of operations by Libya's National Oil Corporation.


U.S. Embassy partners with El Gouna Film Festival for second year

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has announced a partnership between the American Film Showcase (AFS) and the El Gouna Film Festival for its second edition.


BlackRock reports strong financial results for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024

BlackRock, Inc. has announced its financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024.


Pompeo discusses regional security with Egyptian Foreign Minister

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in Washington to discuss various aspects of the U.S.-Egypt partnership.


World Bank provides $30 million grant for earthquake recovery in Vanuatu

The World Bank has announced a $30 million grant to aid Vanuatu's recovery following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake in December.


IMF approves funding for economic programs in Democratic Republic of Congo

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, totaling approximately US$1,729 million.


Egyptian musician Dina El Wedidi announces US tour dates

Dina El Wedidi, a prominent Egyptian musician, is set to tour the United States with her band from September 15 to October 19.


World Bank approves $20 million project for Guinea-Bissau's social services

The World Bank has approved a $20 million grant to enhance education, health, and social protection services in Guinea-Bissau.


Biden administration takes steps to support Cuban people

The Biden-Harris Administration has taken significant steps to support the Cuban people, focusing on empowering them to determine their future and promoting human rights.


U.S. Embassy opens applications for 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program

The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Youth Ambassadors Program.


U.S. Embassy seeks educators for international writing program

The U.S. Embassy is seeking educators with a multicultural and inclusive approach to work as chaperones for young writers in the 2025 International Writing Program (IWP) Between the Lines (BTL): Peace and the Writing Experience program.


US reimposes nuclear-related sanctions on Iran following withdrawal from JCPOA

The United States has announced the reimposition of nuclear-related sanctions on Iran, reversing measures lifted under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) established on July 14, 2015.


USAID launches career centers at Minya and Beni Suef universities

The U.S. government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the American University in Cairo (AUC), has launched career development centers at universities in Minya and Beni Suef.