'Extraordinary': Ancient Device Reveals Bond Between Religion and Science
The discovery of a device over 1000 years-old tells a story of mutual knowledge creation, development, and sharing by Christians, Jews, and Muslims in 11th-century Spain.
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Türkiye-Egypt normalization: Historic milestone in bilateral ties
Türkiye and Egypt stand at a pivotal historical moment in the evolution of their bilateral relations. …
Sudanese Political Factions Decide on Unified Army When Hammering Out Final Deal
In October 2021, a military coup led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, head of the Sudanese Sovereign Council, toppled the transitional government of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok. Over one year later, the military and civilian opposition signed...
Sudanese Political Factions to Form Transitional Government in April, Reports Say
The nation has been in political crisis since the 2021 military coup, when the armed element of the civilian-military coalition seized power. Since then, the country's political factions have been negotiating a formation of the civilian...
Sudanese Ruling Council Seeks to Set Civilian Rule & Prevent 'Authoritarian' One, Reports Say
The country is facing a political crisis caused by a military coup in October 2021, when the armed forces of the civilian-military coalition seized full control of the nation. Since then, Sudan has virtually been without a functioning government.
Morocco Teams Up With Spain, Portugal for 2030 FIFA World Cup Bid
In June 2018, Morocco’s hopes to host the 2026 World Cup were dashed by the United 2026 bid of the US, Canada and Mexico. Following that setback, in 2022, Moroccan Minister of Youth and Sports, Rachid Talbi Alami, announced that Rabat would submit...
Russia, Sudan May Switch to Settlements in National Currencies & Increase Trade, Ambassador Says
Last month, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Sudan, where he held talks with Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Al-Sadiq and other top officials. The diplomats discussed key aspects of multifaceted Russian-Sudanese cooperation, as well as...
Fresh Strawberry Exports from Morocco Generate Up to $70Mln Annually
Morocco is one of the world's largest fruit exporters by value. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, in recent years the country's fruit exports have more than doubled. The growth was largely driven by a significant increase in...
Africa Boosts Russian Wheat Purchases
In July 2022, Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and the UN signed an agreement to provide a humanitarian maritime corridor for ships exporting food and fertilizers from Ukrainian Black Sea ports. Moscow has repeatedly castigated the West for ignoring the...
Morocco, US Discuss Expanding Defense Cooperation, Reports Say
According to the US Department of State, the two countries maintain a strong partnership in pursuing counterterrorism efforts, conduct joint military exercises annually, and work closely on ensuring security. In 2020, Morocco and the US signed a...
African Olympic Association Agrees to Return Russians to Olympics in 2024
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has announced its decision to give Russians and Belarusians a green light to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games under a neutral flag.
Sudan to Enhance Cooperation With Russia in Oil Production, Energy Ministry Says
Last month, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Sudan as part of his African tour and discussed with the country's leaders key aspects of Russian-Sudanese multifaceted cooperation, including partnership in the energy sector.
Egypt Plans to Bolster Tourism by 30% Annually Over Next Five Years
Tourism is a vital economic sector to Egypt which has suffered from the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, the country has plans to revive the sector and stimulate its growth.
African Nations Reportedly Boost Russian Oil Imports Amid EU Sanctions
Following the onset of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine, the US-led West embarked on a crusade aimed at isolating the country by sanctioning its economy and political establishment. Among other things, Western sanctions have targeted...
Russia, Algeria Want Stability on Energy Markets, Foreign Minister Lavrov Says
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia and Algeria are striving to ensure stability on global energy markets, so there should be no attempts to play with prices, as the United States and its allies are trying to do with respect to Russian oil and gas, Russian...
Egypt Ready to Host Global Grain Storage Center, Foreign Minister Says
CAIRO (Sputnik) - Egypt is ready to cooperate with countries across the world to host an international grain supply and storage center and, thus, mitigate the impact of the global food crisis, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry said on Friday.
Research: Warm climate linked to stronger Atlantic tropical storms
Washington [US], January 5 (ANI): A warming climate will increase the number of tropical cyclones and their intensity in the North Atlantic, potentially creating more and stronger hurricanes, according to simulations using a high-resolution,...
Algeria to Issue Visas on Arrival For Sahara-Bound Tourists
Africa's largest country doesn’t attract as many tourists as neighboring states in the Maghreb region, such as Morocco and Tunisia. In recent years, however, it has stepped up efforts to boost the tourism sector.
US Statements at Summit With Africa Show Inability to Engage in Equal Dialogue: Moscow
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The United States, making anti-Russian and anti-Chinese statements during the US-Africa summit, shows an inability to have equal dialogue and fair competition, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.
Algeria's Gas Exports Hit Record 56Bln Cubic Meters Year to Date
CAIRO (Sputnik) - Algeria's gas exports this year have reached an all-time high of 56 billion cubic meters (bcm), Algerian Energy Ministry's Forecasting Department Head Miloud Medjelled said on Thursday.
South Sudan to send 750 troops for regional force in Congo
South Sudan’s military says more than 700 personnel will travel to eastern Congo to join a new regional force in trying to calm the latest deadly insecurity there