Israel's returning ambassador to the United Nations affirmed the country's bond with the Trump administration Tuesday, dismissing notions that Israel would pay a price ... ( read original story ...)
Israel needs to prepare for the Biden era – opinion
Trump’s foreign policy concerning Israel is crystal clear, as during his tenure he and his administration proved not only in statements but mainly in acts that America strongly supports Israel. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus czar debuts ‘Defend Israel’ strategic plan
I expect all government ministers to back up this plan,” Netanyahu said. “I expect all Israeli citizens, without exception, to cooperate with it. Together, we will defeat coronavirus.” ... ( read original story ...)
Tajikistan Limits Power Due To Low Water At Hydroelectric Dam
Tajikistan's national energy company Barqi Tojik says it will impose restrictions on the supply of electricity due to a dramatic drop in water levels in a reservoir used to generate hydroelectric ... ( read original story ...)
S’pore, Sri Lanka explore ways to further deepen trade ties
The Covid-19 pandemic will create opportunities for Singapore and Sri Lanka to deepen trade ties, with agri-business and digitalisation singled out for particular focus during a webinar on Monday.. ( read original story ...)
Responding to Covid-19 and Gender-Based Violence in Sri Lanka
As this nation’s long and frustrating Covid-19 curfew wore on, The Asia Foundation worked with the Sri Lanka Police to formulate sensitive and effective responses to domestic and gender-based violence ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal Park Guards Accused of Persecuting Indigenous People
Park rangers and soldiers guarding Nepal’s famous Chitwan National Park have been accused of killing a man, setting fire to houses, and using their trained elephants to destroy homes in two separate ... ( read original story ...)
Yemen Faces New Famine Threat
The United Nations warned Tuesday that its humanitarian operation in Yemen is vastly underfunded and “on the verge of collapse,” as COVID-19 ramps up and millions of people face extreme hunger in a ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia presents to Yemeni government, STC resolution to implement Riyadh agreement
Saudi Arabia presented a resolution to accelerate implementation of the Riyadh agreement, the Saudi state news agency said in a statement on Wednesday. The statement added that, under the resolution, ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia: Yemen government, STC agree to resolution implementing Riyadh Agreement
The resolution presented by Saudi Arabia, in coordination with the UAE, stipulates that the STC rescind its self-rule and appoint a governor for Aden, the formation of a new government which will ... ( read original story ...)