Between April and August, more than a third of the UN's major humanitarian programmes in Yemen had been reduced or shut down entirely, the UN said, warning of further drastic cuts "in coming weeks ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Rationale for Military Aid to Saudis in Yemen War Is Fraying
The Trump administration argues that its partnership with Saudi Arabia helps reduce civilian killings in Yemen. But State Department investigators and other U.S. officials say the efforts are flawed. ( read original story ...)
Malaysia opposition leader Anwar says seeking to form new govt
Malaysia’s opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim said on Wednesday he has secured a strong majority from lawmakers in order to form a new government and was seeking an audience with the king to formalize ... ( read original story ...)
Uzbekistan unveils initiative on creation of regional transport hub
On Sept. 23, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated in the high-level meetings and the general debate of the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly and ... ( read original story ...)
Uzbekistan to reward citizens who take a daily walk
The government also hopes the health drive will help protect the population from illnesses like COVID-19, although Uzbekistan has reported fewer cases than many other countries, with 53,000 confirmed ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi king denounces Iran’s ‘expansionism’ in fiery UN speech
King Salman reiterates 2002 Arab peace initiative is the basis for a ‘comprehensive and just solution’ for Palestinians. ( read original story ...)
Saudi Arabia to Resume Religious Tourism in Bid to Revive Economy
The kingdom plans to reopen the two holiest sites in Islam to pilgrims in October, seven months after it suspended visits to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, as it attempts to revive its ... ( read original story ...)
Violence Plagues Afghanistan as Peace Talks With Taliban Struggle to Take Off
Deadly violence in Afghanistan has marred the first-ever direct talks between Kabul and the Taliban, underscoring the high stakes that face the warring sides as they struggle to get negotiations off ... ( read original story ...)
UNGA 2020: Turmoil battering Afghanistan can end with ‘united, democratic’ success
President Ashraf Ghani called on global leaders to help turn Afghanistan into a “sovereign united, democratic” success story. As Afghan leaders hold peace talks with the Taliban, he said the country ... ( read original story ...)
WATCH: Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani’s full speech at U.N. General Assembly
Afghanistan’s President, Ashraf Ghani, Monday called on all United Nations’ members to help him make peace with the Taliban, in a prerecorded video message played on Monday at the UN in New York. ( read original story ...)