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See - Sada Elbalad
6 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt's Ambassador: Armenia–Egypt Relations Enter 'Golden Era' of Cooperation
H-Tayea Egypt's Ambassador to Armenia, Serenade Soliman Gamil, has described current Armenia–Egypt relations as entering a 'golden era,' marked by deepening diplomatic, economic, cultural, and people-to-people ties. In an interview with Armenpress, the Ambassador praised the growing cooperation between the two historically connected nations, noting a wave of recent high-level exchanges and agreements that are reshaping bilateral engagement across multiple sectors. Ambassador Gamil credited the historic visit of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to Armenia in January 2023 as a turning point, which was soon followed by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's visit to Egypt in March 2024. These visits were marked by the signing of numerous cooperation documents across education, culture, technology, environment, and investment. 'We are now living in the golden period of our relations,' Ambassador Gamil said. 'Our peoples have shared a deep connection for centuries—this new chapter is only building on that foundation.' She highlighted the significance of mutual endorsements, including Armenia's support for Egypt's candidate to lead UNESCO, and emphasized how both nations are now actively advancing cooperation in fields such as renewable energy, information technology, and environmental protection. Economic exchange, while historically modest, is expected to grow substantially due to targeted efforts in trade facilitation and joint business initiatives. The Ambassador also celebrated the strong cultural and tourism ties between the two nations. Thousands of Armenians visit Egypt annually, especially to destinations like Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada. She expressed confidence that the opening of Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum in July would further boost cultural tourism and joint heritage initiatives. On regional matters, Ambassador Gamil expressed full support for Armenia's 'Crossroads of Peace' initiative, describing it as an inclusive strategy for connectivity and long-term regional peace. She drew parallels with the founding of the European Union, noting how shared economic interests can lay the foundation for political stability. The Ambassador praised the Armenian government's growing engagement with Arab nations, reflected in the opening of several Arab embassies in Yerevan. She confirmed that additional high-level Egyptian ministerial visits to Armenia are currently being planned. Reflecting on her personal experience, Ambassador Gamil spoke fondly of the Armenian community in Egypt and her admiration for Armenian cultural resilience and environmental consciousness. 'Armenians are educated, peaceful, and forward-looking. Their deep connection to culture and identity is admirable,' she said. 'I hope for Armenia's continued prosperity—and I am confident that Egypt and Armenia will continue learning from and supporting one another.' read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
See - Sada Elbalad
28-05-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Armenia Commemorates the 107th Anniversary of First Republic
Nada Mustafa On May 28 each year, Armenia and Armenians around the world commemorate the 107th anniversary of the founding of the First Republic of Armenia in 1918. This historic milestone coincides with the decisive victory at the Battle of Sardarabad, a pivotal moment in Armenian history. The triumph at Sardarabad marked a turning point, as Armenians successfully repelled the Ottoman invasion and prevented the complete destruction of their homeland. This victory paved the way for the declaration of the Armenian Republic, restoring national independence after nearly six centuries of foreign domination. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Mint
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Azerbaijan man jailed for 18 years after online communication with Armenian historian, sparks global outrage
In a deeply troubling development that highlights Azerbaijan's increasingly strict clampdown on dissent, a young man named Igbal Abilov has been sentenced to 18 years in prison—simply for having online conversations with an Armenian academic. The case has drawn criticism from human rights organisations and raised alarm among those advocating for peace in the Caucasus region. Abilov was found guilty of 'high treason' and 'collaborating with Armenian special services'. But those so-called services turned out to be none other than a respected historian — Professor Garnik Asatrian, an expert in Iranian studies based in Armenia. The two reportedly spoke via Skype while Abilov was residing in a third country, engaging in conversations that would appear scholarly in nature. Despite the peaceful tone of these interactions, Azerbaijani authorities interpreted the exchange as a threat to national security rather than a sign of potential reconciliation between long-divided neighbours. Garnik Asatrian is no political operative. He teaches at Yerevan State University and the Russian-Armenian (Slavonic) University and is known for his academic work in linguistics and cultural studies. Portraying him as a spy dangerously misrepresents his role and raises serious questions about Azerbaijan's intent behind the prosecution. The court's claims that Abilov carried out "instructions" from Armenian agents appear to lack solid evidence. According to observers, the verdict leaned heavily on speculation and private conversations, without transparent proof of any wrongdoing. This harsh punishment is part of a broader trend in Azerbaijan, where the government has increasingly targeted journalists, activists, and others who challenge the official narrative. Contact with Armenians—regardless of context—is often treated as suspect, and Abilov's sentencing only reinforces that chilling stance. The decision has been widely condemned, especially by those invested in fostering dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Following the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh war and Azerbaijan's 2023 military action in the region, the relationship between the two countries remains tense. But instead of allowing space for mutual understanding and reconciliation, the Azerbaijani government appears to be closing the door on such possibilities. Rather than encouraging young citizens to engage in education and peaceful dialogue, this ruling sends a stark warning: curiosity and openness may come at a heavy cost. The imprisonment of Abilov does not only affect one individual—it threatens to silence an entire generation who may wish to ask difficult questions, seek knowledge, and pursue peace.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Lammy is endangering our national security
When David Lammy, our gaffe-prone Foreign Secretary, talks about 'egregious actions and rhetoric', as he did when condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, he could equally be talking about his own unimpressive track record since taking up residence in King Charles Street. His history of uttering gratuitous insults about US president Donald Trump, whom he famously dubbed 'a neo-Nazi-sympathising sociopath' in 2018, has effectively made him persona non grata within the Trump administration's inner sanctum. The disinclination of serious players, such as secretary of state Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff, was clearly evident last month when they pulled out of the London Ukraine conference Lammy had organised. This left the foreign secretary in the ignominious position of having to withdraw from his own conference. Then there is his hapless handling of the Chagos Islands sell-out, where the dire national security implications of placing a prized military asset like Diego Garcia at the mercy of hostile states like China, Russia and Iran seems to have passed him by. Lammy's commitment to supporting a politically motivated attempt to prosecute Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes has caused a major rift in UK-Israel relations, with the Israeli premier declining to meet with Britain's foreign secretary when he visited Jerusalem last year. Few will be surprised by Lammy's decidedly underwhelming performance at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office given that he has struggled under the illusion that Libya in North Africa borders Syria in the eastern Mediterranean. Then there was the time when he congratulated Azerbaijan for forcing more than 100,000 Armenians to flee their homes in the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, a clear-cut case of ethnic cleansing if ever there was one. Even by his own pitiful standards, Lammy's egregious track record puts him on course to become the country's worst foreign secretary in living memory, on a par with the equally ineffectual Robin Cook, whose devotion to his so-called 'ethical foreign policy' rendered his contribution to world affairs largely irrelevant. Lammy's decision, therefore, to jump on the anti-Zionist bandwagon by suspending trade talks with Israel over its 'intolerable' military operations in Gaza is entirely in keeping with his world view. Rather than condemning the real architects of Gaza's misery, the Iranian-backed Hamas jihadis who started the conflict with their murderous October 7 assault on Israel, Lammy has gone for the easy option. Joining forces with such luminaries of global diplomacy as Kaja Kallas, the EU's high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, Lammy accused the current Israeli government of isolating Israel from its friends and partners around the world through its efforts to destroy Hamas. The fact that Israel is fighting against an organisation that is proscribed in the UK because of its terrorist activities appears lost on Lammy, as is Hamas's obvious delight that the British Government has decided to publicly lambast one of its closest allies in the Middle East. Instead, the Foreign Secretary feels more at home siding with other dedicated anti-Israel activists, such as the governors of King's College, Cambridge, who have decided to divest from arms companies in protest, in part, at Israel's continued military offensive in Gaza. What Lammy and his ilk fail to understand is that, given the determination of Hamas and its Iranian backers to destroy the Jewish state, the Israelis have little alternative other than to maintain their military campaign in Gaza. Given the existential threat Israel faces from Hamas and its backers, perhaps Lammy should consider what other country would allow a terrorist organisation that had perpetrated the worst atrocity in its history to continue operating on its doorstep? But that would be to indulge in statesmanship, a quality as far removed from Lammy's skill set as his grasp of geography. So, rather than holding Hamas to account for committing murderous acts of terrorism, the British Government now finds itself in the invidious position of castigating a key ally for seeking to defend the Israeli people from suffering further acts of Islamist-inspired terrorism. By adopting such a fundamentally flawed policy towards the Gaza conflict, moreover, Lammy is inadvertently placing our own security in jeopardy. By ignoring the threat posed by a sophisticated terrorist organisation like Hamas, London is sending a message to other Islamist-inspired entities, such as the Islamic Republic of Iran, that it has no interest in curbing their activities. It is surely no coincidence that, at the same time that Lammy decided to pick a fight with Israel, the security services are reporting a marked upsurge in Iranian terror activity in the UK. In terms of safeguarding the security of the British people, focusing our efforts on confronting Iran would make far more sense, with designating Iran's Revolutionary Guards, the group responsible for overseeing Tehran's anti-Western operations, a good place to start. If Lammy were to concentrate his efforts on denouncing Iran as a pariah state, as opposed to Israel, then people might start to take him seriously, and not as the joke he is today. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russia blames Ukraine war, Europe for delaying arms supply to ally Armenia
Russia's top diplomat has blamed the war in Ukraine for affecting the supply of arms to Armenia, and has expressed concern that Moscow's longstanding ally would now look to the West for military support instead. Speaking in Yerevan on the second day of a two-day visit to Armenia, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that some of Russia's weapons contracts with the former Soviet republic had been delayed or reassigned due to the pressures created by the war in Ukraine. Armenia has long relied on Russian weapons in its bitter dispute with neighbouring Azerbaijan, against whom it has fought a series of conflicts since the late 1980s. 'We are currently in a situation where, as has happened throughout history, we are forced to fight all of Europe,' Lavrov said, in a barbed reference to European support for Ukraine in response to the Russian invasion. 'Our Armenian friends understand that in such conditions, we cannot fulfil all our obligations on time.' As Russia has failed to deliver on weapons contracts paid for by Armenia, Yerevan has increasingly turned to countries like France and India for military supplies. Lavrov said that Russia would not oppose these growing ties, but said that they raised concerns about its traditional ally's strategic intentions. 'When an ally turns to a country like France, which leads the hostile camp and whose president and ministers speak openly with hatred toward Russia, it does raise questions,' he said. Armenia has strengthened its ties with the West amid recent ongoing tensions with Azerbaijan, fallout from the last major eruption of conflict and Russia's role in that. In September 2023, Azerbaijan launched a military operation to retake Nagorno-Karabakh, a separatist enclave in Azerbaijan with a mostly ethnic Armenian population that had broken away from Baku with Armenian support amid the collapse of the Soviet Union. Armenia accused Russian peacekeepers of failing to protect the more than 100,000 ethnic Armenians who fled the region, fuelled by decades of distrust, wars, mutual hatred and violence, after Azerbaijan's lightning takeover. Yerevan also suspended its involvement in the Collective Security Treaty Organisation, a Russian-led security umbrella of ex-Soviet countries, last year, saying it would not participate or fund the alliance.
