At least 24 Spanish soldiers deployed in Ceuta have contracted scabies, prompting serious concerns about overcrowded and inadequate local accommodation conditions. The itchy skin condition is caused by a mite which burrows under the skin to lay eggs. Highly infectious, scabies can be spread through close physical contact, bedding and clothing. The symptoms include persistent […]
Prime Minister Zeidan has gone to Algeria for a brief visit to discuss “issues of mutual interest” with his counterparts. The rising security threats and smuggling was high on the agenda during their meetings. Both sides have agreed on taking common steps to curb it through their Joint Commission. Algeria’s Prime Minister, Abdelmalek Sellal has […]
UAE Monday proposed the postponement to next year of the six-month Expo 2020 Dubai scheduled this year, at the request of participating countries over the global Covid-19 health crisis. Reem Al Hashemy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and Director General, Expo 2020 Dubai, Monday said the organizing committee has consulted participating countries about […]
