Jordan appoints chargé d’affaires in Syria

Jordan Tuesday announced the re-establishment of ties with Syria with the appointment of a Chargé d’affaires as relations between the war-torn country and several Arab States are warming up. The Jordanian foreign ministry has appointed an “unnamed Jordanian diplomat with the ranking of counsellor” for its mission in Damascus, Arab News reports. “The decision is […]

Morocco expected to import less wheat amid prospects for better crop year

The weather has been clement for Morocco this year after generalized rainfall that promises better crop year and bigger wheat yield, Reuters reported. Citing wheat traders, the agency said that Morocco may harvest 10 million tons of cereals this year, up from 3 million last year, which means less imports. Morocco imports usually 2 to […]

UN Court declines jurisdiction in Sudan’s case against UAE

In a significant legal blow to Khartoum, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has declined on May 5 to hear Sudan’s case accusing the United Arab Emirates of alleged involvement in the country’s conflict, citing a lack of jurisdiction. Sudan had alleged that the UAE provided military and logistical support to the Rapid Support Forces […]