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Kuwait Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
2nd Kuwaiti aid plane arrives in Jordan to support Gaza
Kuwait continues urgent aid flights as Gaza's humanitarian crisis worsens KUWAIT/AMMAN: A second plane carrying humanitarian aid from Kuwait has arrived at Marka Military Airport in Jordan, bringing 10 tons of essential food supplies for the Gaza Strip. The aid flight departed from Abdullah Al-Mubarak Airbase in Kuwait and was organized by the Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society in coordination with Kuwait's Ministries of Social Affairs, Foreign Affairs, and Defense, with support from the Kuwaiti Air Force. This follows Kuwait's first relief flight to Gaza on Sunday, which delivered 10 tons of food supplies as part of a new airlift campaign aimed at easing the severe humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory. That flight headed to Al-Arish International Airport in Egypt, where aid will be transferred safely into Gaza. Khaled Al-Mughamis, chairman of the Kuwaiti Red Crescent, told KUNA before the second flight that the airlift reflected Kuwait's longstanding commitment to humanitarian support. He said: 'Launching this second aid flight from the second Kuwaiti humanitarian airlift for our Palestinian brothers reflects Kuwait's deeply rooted humanitarian approach — leadership, government, and people alike — in supporting afflicted peoples and easing their suffering.' The shipment was prepared with supplies from the Kuwait Flour Mills and Bakeries Company to ensure quality, he added. Officials are working closely with the Kuwaiti embassy in Jordan, the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization, and the Palestinian Red Crescent to prioritize aid distribution according to need. Arrangements are underway for further flights as part of Kuwait's second humanitarian airlift to Gaza, said Al-Mughamis, who thanked donors and official bodies for facilitating and expediting the aid. 'The 'Fazaa for Gaza' campaign embodies what the people of Kuwait — leaders and citizens — have been built upon: standing firmly with our brothers and sisters, inspired by Kuwait's historic role as a regional and global center for humanitarian work,' he said. Kuwait's campaign comes as Gaza faces catastrophic conditions. According to Gaza's Health Ministry, at least 61,599 Palestinians have been killed in the Zionist entity's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip since October 2023. This includes 227 who died from starvation — 103 of them children. The ministry also noted that 31 Palestinians were killed and over 388 injured while trying to get humanitarian aid in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of Palestinians killed while seeking aid to 1,838, with over 13,409 others wounded since May 27. Earlier this week, Kuwait's Ministry of Social Affairs announced that a nationwide donation campaign had raised KD 11.5 million. Funds are being used to purchase food and other essentials through the Kuwait Flour Mills Company, with the Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society overseeing procurement. — Agencies
Express Tribune
28-07-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
German consulate halts visa services in Karachi for non-EU citizens
Listen to article The German Consul General in Karachi has announced the immediate suspension of visa services for non-European Union (EU) citizens until further notice. In an official statement issued on X, the consulate confirmed that the suspension applies to all non-EU applicants, including those with already confirmed visa appointments. The consulate clarified that these appointments have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. Affected applicants have been advised to re-register for appointments once the consulate resumes its services. Updates on the situation will be issued as and when available, the consulate said, expressing appreciation for the public's understanding during the disruption. Earlier this month, Sweden announced the resumption of visa services in Islamabad following the Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan and Sweden, held in Stockholm on July 2. Read More: US tightens visa rules for Pakistani applicants Effective from July 7, Pakistani nationals can apply for a Schengen visa from within Pakistan for visits to Sweden of up to 90 days. The Pakistani delegation to the Bilateral Consultations in Stockholm was led by the Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe), while the Swedish side was headed by the director general for global affairs from the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
CairoScene
21-07-2025
- CairoScene
Free Train Trip Will Facilitate Voluntary Return of Sudanese Refugees
A special train will depart Cairo on July 23 to transport Sudanese citizens voluntarily returning to Sudan, with full medical and logistical support onboard. Jul 21, 2025 Egypt's National Railways Authority will operate a free train service to facilitate the voluntary return of Sudanese nationals from Cairo on Monday, July 23rd. The designated third‑class air‑conditioned train (Train No. 1940) will depart Cairo at 11 AM and arrive in Aswan at 11 PM the same day. From Aswan, passengers will continue by road via High Dam Port to the Arqeen border crossing into Sudan. The service is coordinated by the Egyptian Ministries of Transport and Foreign Affairs, alongside Sudanese authorities. Medical and logistical support be provided on board, and the journey will be free of charge. This initiative is part of broader repatriation efforts amidst the conflict in Sudan, with the International Organization for Migration reporting increased voluntary returns since January 2025 due to relative security improvements in Khartoum. Egypt, which hosts an estimated 5.5 million Sudanese nationals, is facilitating these returns as part of its close cooperation with Sudan.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Why authorities in Qatar are warning people to stay away from unidentified objects
Qatar 's Ministries of Defence and Interior have jointly issued a public safety advisory. It urges citizens and residents to report any suspicious fragments or strange objects that may be linked to the interception of Iranian missiles, as reported by Khaleej Times. It comes days after Iran launched a missile attack on the Al Udeid US base in Qatar on Monday, June 23, in retaliation for US attacks on several nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran as part of the 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran. Also Read: China's first gaming GPU struggles to match 2012 graphics card, yet delivers a strong strategic message by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kate Middleton's Daring Outfit Took Prince William's Breath Away Crowdy Fan Undo The advisory instructs the public to immediately inform authorities if they encounter unknown or suspicious debris in desert areas or coastal regions. This comes in light of potential security risks amid escalating regional conflict. Live Events The ministry also asked the public not to approach or touch such objects. Qatar said that these steps are part of precautionary measures to ensure the safety of all residents and citizens. In response to these exceptional events, Qatar has also announced that all traffic violations issued on the day of the attack would be waived for motorists. Read More: Qatar cancels June 23 traffic fines, the day Iranian missiles targeted Al Udeid Air Base Though Qatar remains geographically distant from the immediate conflict zones, it has taken steps to heighten vigilance in response to the broader regional instability. The country hosts key international military bases and maintains active diplomatic relations with both Western and regional powers. Following the Iranian attack on a US base, President Donald Trump stated that Iran launched 14 missiles at the airbase. Of these, 13 were intercepted, and one was intentionally allowed to fall harmlessly, which he described as 'a very weak response.' In the aftermath of the attack, Qatar summoned the Iranian ambassador to condemn the incident.
Business Standard
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Piyush Goyal reviews PLI scheme, emphasises on quality over quantity in skilling initiatives
India must focus on the sectors in which India has competitive edge over other countries and address the problems faced by the various stakeholders so that countrys exports can grow, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal said at the review meeting on Production Linked Incentive Scheme, one of the notable initiatives for making India Aatmanirbhar in the manufacturing sector. Goyal urged the need for becoming self-reliant in the key sectors covered under the PLI Scheme. Emphasizing that the Ministries should focus on creating quality skilled manpower instead of focusing on the quantity and resolve infrastructure bottlenecks in collaboration with NICDC, Shri Goyal stressed on preparing a roadmap for the next five years both on investment and disbursement.
