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  Prominent Irish Politician Criticizes His Government for Its Trade Deals with Israel
Prominent Irish Politician Criticizes His Government for Its Trade Deals with Israel Dublin – Saba: Prominent Irish politician and former Member of the European Parliament, Mick Wallace, sharply criticized his country's government for being one of...
    
  Yemen Cracks Down on Iran-Backed Smuggling Networks
Yemeni government forces dealt another blow to Iran-backed smuggling networks this week, intercepting two shipments and announcing death sentences against six Iranian traffickers, as international efforts continue to counter illicit activities in...
    
  "Human Rights Watch" Warns of escalating settler attacks in Occupied West Bank
New York – Saba: Human Rights Watch warned on Monday about the rising attacks by settlers in the West Bank of occupied Palestine, aimed at forcing Palestinians to leave their houses. The organization stated in a post on X, as reported by the Yemen...
UK Ambassador Meets Yemen Central Bank Governor, Urges Swift Economic Reforms Despite Currency Stability
Aden — The British Ambassador to Yemen, Abda Sharif, held a high-level meeting this week with Ahmed Ghaleb Al-Maabaqi, Governor of the Central Bank of Yemen, to discuss recent economic developments and the future of financial stability in the...
[Yemen Tops Arab Countries in U.S. Immigration Visas for 2024
Washington — Yemen has emerged as the leading Arab country in terms of U.S. immigration visas issued in 2024, according to newly released data from World Population Review. The war-torn nation surpassed more populous and politically stable Arab...
    
  State Bank reports export gains but domestic slowdown in Pakistan’s cement sector
The State Bank of Pakistan, in its latest annual report on the country’s economy for FY24–25, provided an overview of the cement and construction industries, noting a contrasting performance between domestic and export markets. According to the...
    
  A Journey of Life: The Story of a Yemeni Woman’s Resilience in the Face of Water Scarcity
Before dawn breaks, Hayat (a pseudonym) begins her daily journey to fetch water, balancing on her head a traditional container known in Yemen as a “debbeh”, a jerrycan used to carry water from wells or distribution points. For thirty years, Hayat...
[Yemen Seize Wireless Communication Devices and Fiber Equipment at Sarfait Border Crossing in Al-Mahra
Al-Mahra — Security forces at the Sarfait border crossing in Yemen’s eastern Al-Mahra Governorate have intercepted a shipment of unauthorized wireless communication devices and assorted fiber-optic equipment, raising concerns over potential...
[Yemen : UNICEF Delegation Visits Historic Mocha Port to Assess Humanitarian Aid Potential
Taiz — A delegation from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) conducted an official visit to the historic Port of Mocha this week to evaluate its suitability as a designated hub for receiving and dispatching humanitarian aid to Yemen’s...
    
  Michigan State coach Tom Izzo on 80-69 win over…
As Metro Detroiters head to the polls on Tuesday, voters in two rebounding urban centers are choosing successors they hope will continue the progress, while voters in two controversy-plagued Wayne County communities are hoping to elect new mayors...
[Yemeni Security Forces Seize Over One Million Narcotic Pills in Major Operation in Lahj
Aden — Security forces in southern Yemen have announced the seizure of more than 1.08 million narcotic pills during a large-scale anti-smuggling operation in Al-Mudaraba and Ras Al-Arah district of Lahj Governorate. The operation marks one of the...
    
  Meeting discusses plans to tevitalize “Yadco” pharmaceutical company
Sana’a - Saba: A meeting chaired by Acting Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment, Sam Al-Bashiri, reviewed the status of the Yemeni Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Trading Company, “Yadco.” During the meeting, the company’s Chairman of...
    
  He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan
Alex de WaalAfrica analyst ShareSave Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, known as "Hemedti", has emerged as a dominant figure on Sudan's political stage, with his paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) now controlling half of the country. The RSF scored a...
    
  [Rare Sabaean Princess Head Statue from Yemen Listed in Vienna Auction, Sparking Heritage Concerns
Sana'a – A rare alabaster statue believed to depict the head of a princess from the ancient Kingdom of Saba is set to be auctioned in Vienna next month, drawing renewed attention to Yemen’s looted heritage and calls for repatriation. The statue,...
    
  Discussing Preparations for "Made in Yemen" Exhibition
Sana'a (Saba) – Today's meeting, chaired by Acting Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment Sam Al-Bashiri, discussed the preparatory mechanisms for the "Made in Yemen" National Products Exhibition. At the meeting, the Acting Minister of...
[Yemen : Documents Reveal Extortion Scandal Targeting Homeowners in Central Taiz by Brotherhood-Linked Militants
Taiz — Leaked documents and testimonies from local sources have exposed a major extortion scheme targeting homeowners in central Taiz, allegedly orchestrated by militants affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood’s political wing, the Islah Party....
    
  Israel Cripples Iran’s Drone Pipeline in Africa
In a bold evolution of deterrence strategy, Israel’s security forces have moved beyond simply defending their skies—they have shifted into offensive supply-chain disruption mode, targeting the logistics backbone of Iran’s unmanned aerial vehicle...
    
  Red Sea Ports Corporation, Maritime Affairs Authority Commemorate Martyr's Day
Hodeida – Saba: The Yemen Red Sea Ports Corporation and Maritime Affairs Authority organized a speech event today at the port of Hodeidah to commemorate the Martyr's Day for the year 1447 AH. At the event, the First Deputy Governor, Ahmed...
[Defection of Senior Houthi Commander to Gov't Forces on Yemen’s Western Coast
Al-Mokha — Southern Giants Brigades have announced the defection of a senior field commander from the Houthi militia, marking a significant shift in the dynamics of the western coast front. In an official statement, the Giants Brigades confirmed...
Houthis Arrest UN Workers In Yemen, Allege ‘Israeli Spy Ring’ Operating Under UN Cover
India Has Cut Back Completely on Russian Oil, Says Trump Ahead of Xi Meeting US President Donald Trump, speaking ahead of his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, outlined major global issues set for discussion. He said China has...