US diplomat David Hale calls for a thorough and transparent investigation into the blast ... ( read original story ...)
French police arrive in Lebanon to investigate Beirut port explosion
Both Lebanese protesters and members of the international community have called for an impartial investigation into the incident that killed more than 170 people and injured thousands. ( read original story ...)
UN launches $565M appeal for Lebanon
The United Nations launched an appeal on Friday to raise $565 million to help Lebanon recover from this month’s devastating port blast that killed 171 people. The UN said in a statement that the funds ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam, Laos PMs discuss ways to boost bilateral relations
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith on August 14 discussed strategies to boost bilateral relations in the 2021–2025 period, with vision to 2030. Prime Minister ... ( read original story ...)
Laos govt urges public to be vigilant against dengue and Covid-19
Laos health authority urged local authorities and people to help control the spread of dengue fever, as the number of infected cases across the country continues to grow. ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan to UAE: Four ways you will benefit from peace with Israel
This is the first Mideast peace treaty in 26 years, but it is not unprecedented for a Muslim-majority country and Israel to enjoy strategic ties. ( read original story ...)
TABIB: Azerbaijan didn’t start negotiations to purchase anti-COVID-19 vaccine from Russia
Azerbaijan didn't start negotiations to purchase anti-COVID-19 vaccine from Russia, Head of the Disease Control and Prevention Department of the Management Union of Medical Territorial Units (TABIB) ... ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan says news of Russian COVID-19 vaccine very promising
The news of a Russian COVID-19 vaccine are very promising, however, Azerbaijan has not discussed its purchase yet, Yagut Garaeva, a spokesperson for the republic’s government task force stated during ... ( read original story ...)
Cambodia cancels fest to prevent virus surge
The Cambodian government has said it will cancel the three-day Water Festival scheduled to take place in late October in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19. A letter dated August 11 and ... ( read original story ...)
I fled war in Syria to the UK – now I’m helping other refugees like me cope with the coronavirus pandemic
Fleeing the Assad regime in Syria was a difficult yet brave decision. I had to say goodbye to my home, to rebuild my life away from violence, terror, and tyranny. After living in a country torn apart ... ( read original story ...)