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Turkish FM states Russia-Ukraine discussions went well
MENAFN
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June 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The second stage of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine took place in Istanbul and, according to reports, unfolded in what was described as a "constructive atmosphere." Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan noted that both delegations...
Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital receives unprecedented influx of war wounded in Gaza
International Committee of the Red Cross
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June 2, 2025
Hospital staff treated patients as per our triage procedures, and some cases were referred to other facilities for further treatment. This process, however, remains complicated due to many medical facilities being damaged or rendered out of...
Correction: Saudi Arabia’s Quality of Life Program Showcased During President of the US Visit Amid National Transformation
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 5, 2025
Riyadh, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saudi Arabia — During a recent high-profile visit to the Kingdom, U.S. President was introduced to a new chapter in Saudi Arabia’s national narrative—one defined by social transformation, economic...
Ricardo Jose Haddad Musi explores Lebanese Influence in Mexican Cuisine
EIN Presswire
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June 12, 2025
Lebanese influence isn’t just street food territory; it’s also crashing the fine dining party. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The taco al pastor, commonly eaten in Mexico, traces its roots back to the...
Israeli Settlers Enter Al-Aqsa Mosque for Shavuot
MENAFN
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June 2, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, a large number of unauthorized Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem, which remains under Israeli occupation. The incursion took place as part of the Jewish festival of Shavuot, according to a...
Correction: Saudi Arabia’s Quality of Life Program Powers Investment Through Vision 2030 Reforms
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 5, 2025
Riyadh, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — As Saudi Arabia advances toward its Vision 2030 goals, the Quality of Life Program (QoL) is emerging as a central driver of both national well-being and global investment momentum....
Saudi Arabia’s AI ambition, and what it means for the United States
Middle East Institute
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June 5, 2025
A day before Air Force One touched down in Riyadh to kick off US President Donald Trump’s three-country tour of the Gulf, Saudi Arabia made a pivotal announcement. The kingdom, long synonymous with oil, revealed a major investment in artificial...
Israel murderers fifty Palestinians, injures twenty hundred
MENAFN
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June 2, 2025
(MENAFN) Health officials reported that nearly 50 Palestinians were killed and over 200 others were injured on Sunday after Israeli forces fired on civilians gathered in al-Mawasi, a district west of Rafah in southern Gaza, in search of...
BGO Announces US$5.1 Billion Capital Raise for Its Asia Value-Add Real Estate Strategy, Marking Largest Closed-End Fundraise in Firm’s History
Business Wire
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June 5, 2025
BGO today announced the final close of BentallGreenOak Asia IV (“BGO Asia Fund IV” or the “Fund”), its flagship Asia-focused value-add real estate strategy, raising over US$5.1 billion in total capital commitments for the Fund and co-investment...
Kao Releases Kao Sustainability Report 2025
Business Wire
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June 13, 2025
Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452), a leading manufacturer of personal care and household products, cosmetics and specialty chemicals, has released the Kao Sustainability Report 2025 on its company website, providing a progress report on its ESG...
Turkish Firms Embrace DevSecOps Culture
MENAFN
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June 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish enterprises are showing growing readiness to embed cybersecurity into their software development frameworks, according to Mehmet Ali Serttas, the chairman of Türkiye's IT Association. In an interview with a news agency during the...
Saudi Arabia’s Quality of Life Program Showcased During Trump Visit Amid National Transformation
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 4, 2025
Riyadh, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saudi Arabia — During a recent high-profile visit to the Kingdom, U.S. President Donald Trump was introduced to a new chapter in Saudi Arabia’s national narrative—one defined by social transformation,...
From Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of the State of Israel
President of Azerbaijan
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June 3, 2025
AZERBAIJAN, June 3 - 03 June 2025, 22:43 His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Dear Mr. President, Dear friend, I extend my warmest congratulations to you, your family and the people of Azerbaijan as you...
ImmunityBio, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment, KFSHRC, and KAIMRC Sign Strategic Memorandum of Understanding to Launch Cancer BioShield™ Platform in the Middle East
Business Wire
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May 27, 2025
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX), a leading immunotherapy company, today announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA), King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research...
Saudi Arabia’s Quality of Life Program Powers Investment Through Vision 2030 Reforms
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 4, 2025
Riyadh, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — As Saudi Arabia advances toward its Vision 2030 goals, the Quality of Life Program (QoL) is emerging as a central driver of both national well-being and global investment momentum....
New book tells story of how a mystic drink impacted politics, cultures, and lifestyles in Europe and the Middle East
EIN Presswire
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May 26, 2025
New book chronicles the impact Turkish coffee has exercised on the way of life in both Europe and the Middle East. SHARJAH, EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new book shows how Turkish coffee has...
Kao Releases the Kao Integrated Report 2025
Business Wire
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June 13, 2025
Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) has published the Kao Integrated Report 2025 on its website, offering shareholders, investors, and all stakeholders with a comprehensive overview of the company’s initiatives and strategic direction. Kao Integrated...
Starve or Risk Death: Israel nonexistent aid to Palestinians
MENAFN
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June 4, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the UN human rights chief described recent lethal incidents near food aid distribution points in Gaza as “unconscionable,” raising concerns that Israel’s militarized aid approach could be putting civilians at further risk and...
Saudi Arabia $14.56Bn Non-Alcoholic Drinks Market Trends, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2024 & 2025-2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
Business Wire
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June 4, 2025
The "Saudi Arabia Non-Alcoholic Drinks Market by Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Saudi Arabia Non-Alcoholic Drinks Market was valued at USD 10.34 Billion in...
Mass graves unveiled in Libya
MENAFN
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June 12, 2025
(MENAFN) Dozens of bodies have been found in detention centers across Libya, the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) reported on Wednesday, urging an independent investigation into the disturbing discoveries and reported abuses at these sites. Since...