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Egypt: Parliament approves controversial anti-terrorism law

The new Egyptian parliament has approved the controversial anti-terrorism law. The law provides for heavy fines on journalists who contradict the official version of any militant attack casualties, protects security personnel from being prosecuted and authorizes them to use force during disturbances and public disorder. The legislation also provides for the setting up of special […]

Comorian President commends continental leadership of King Mohammed VI

President of the Union of the Comoros, current Chairman of the African Union, Azali Assouman, commended the continental leadership of King Mohammed VI and the quality of relations binding Morocco and the Union of the Comoros. The Comorian Head of State made the remarks while receiving President of the High Authority for Audiovisual Communication (HACA), […]

Global food prices hit two-year high, driven by vegetable oils and meat

Global prices for key food commodities rose in July, reversing a recent downward trend, according to data released recently by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The FAO’s global price index averaged 130.1 points in July, a 1.6% increase from June and its highest level since February 2023. This surge was primarily driven […]