Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad Mohammed al-Alimi sent Saturday a congratulatory message to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria on the occasion of the anniversary of his country's independence.
The death toll from the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, has risen to 55,297, with 128,426 injured, the Ministry of Health in afflicted Palestinian enclave said. The majority of the victims are women and children.
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed his intention to increase tariffs on foreign imports of steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, which will increase pressure on steel producers worldwide and threaten to escalate his trade war.
Saudi Al-Hilal FC has been eliminated from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Fluminense FC from Brazil in the quarterfinals. The match was held at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
HAVANA-SABA
Yemen's Ambassador to Havana Mohammad Nasher acquainted Director of the Middle East and North Africa Department at Cuban Foreign Ministry Hector Igarza Cabrera with latest developments in Yemen and issues of common concern.
The meeting also tackled a number of issues in Yemen including efforts of the UN envoy to Yemen for realizing peace and Houthi militia stubbornness in realizing peace process.
Nasher reviewed recent and quick incidents in Aden and Abyan and targeting state's institutions by the Transitional Council, pointing to government's denouncement to UAE's air strikes against government's forces in the two provinces.
For his part, the Cuban official confirmed his country's permanent and fixed position supporting Yemen, its unity, security and stability, as well as its internationally recognized government under President Hadi.
He pointed to Cuban support to UN envoy's efforts for realizing peace.