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Israel deports all arrested activists from Gaza assistance vessel
(MENAFN) Israel has deported the last two foreign activists detained from the Handala, a Freedom Flotilla Coalition vessel that tried to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, ending five days of detention under harsh conditions, according to legal...

Over 26 migrants die in two shipwrecks off Italy
(MENAFN) Two migrant boats capsized off Italy’s Lampedusa Island on Wednesday, leaving at least 26 people dead and around 10 still unaccounted for, according to the Italian coastguard and UN officials. Around 60 others were rescued from the...

Tunisia, Oman Forge New Cooperation Deal Across Key Sectors
(MENAFN) Tunisia and Oman have forged a new collaborative agreement aimed at strengthening ties across multiple sectors, according to a state-run news agency on Wednesday. The declaration came during a press conference in Tunis, attended by...

Tunisian Voice, Global Vision: Nawres Hichri Emerges as a New Icon in Dubai’s Style and Culture Scene
Blending North African Elegance with Cosmopolitan Flair, Nawres Hichri Redefines Fashion and Cultural Influence in the Heart of the UAE. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A bold new voice is emerging in the...

UNITAR Launches the Fifth Cycle of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Programme for the MENA Region
At the online opening session held on 30 June, representatives from UNITAR and the Government of Cyprus, as well as distinguished guests, offered words of encouragement to the participants. We are proud to welcome participants from Egypt, Sudan,...

Activists set off from Tunisia to break Israel siege
(MENAFN) On Monday, over 1,000 activists from North African countries set off from Tunisia’s capital, beginning a land journey aimed at breaking Israel’s siege of the Gaza Strip and expressing solidarity with Palestinians. The Maghreb resilience...

Mövenpick Hotel Gammarth Tunis Becomes First Accor Property in Tunisia to Achieve Green Globe Gold status
Mövenpick Gammarth Tunis earns Green Globe Gold re-certification, honoring its eco-leadership and support for DARNA’s care of abandoned children in Tunisia. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mövenpick Hotel...

Tunis Hosts China-Tunisia Civilization Exchange Forum
(MENAFN) The China-Tunisia Civilization Exchange Forum took place in Tunis on Saturday, gathering 150 Chinese and Tunisian experts and scholars from the fields of culture, publishing, and academia. Mohamed Salah Kadri, director of the 39th Tunis...

French Interior Minister Urges Sanctions for Racism
(MENAFN) In response to a recent violent incident, France’s interior minister has demanded a "severe" penalty for racism. The attack, which occurred over the weekend, resulted in the death of a Tunisian national and left a Turkish individual...

French Minister Demands "Severe" Punishment Against Racism After Deadly Shooting
(MENAFN) On Monday, France’s interior minister urged for harsh repercussions against racism following a deadly assault that claimed the life of a Tunisian man and left a Turkish individual wounded. Bruno Retailleau emphasized on X, “Racism must be...

Honoris United Universities Celebrates the Power of Employability-Driven Education in 2024 Report
CASABLANCA / DURBAN / TUNIS / ABUJA, MOROCCO, May 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- • Honoris celebrates an 86% Employability Rate • Honoris assures its key employability metrics with Deloitte, a first in Africa • Honoris 40 Under 40 alumni...

Baltimore CBP operators apprehend Tunisian woman for vessel crew visa fraud
BALTIMORE – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers apprehended a Tunisian woman for visa fraud on Tuesday in Alexandria, Va. -- about 1,600 miles away from the cruise ship that she was supposed to serving aboard as a crewmember. The...

M Film Lab Amplifies Arab and Women Filmmakers at Cannes Film Festival
M Film Lab Co-Sponsors “Women Leading Change Through Storytelling” Panel at the American Pavilion CANNES, ON, FRANCE, May 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- M Film Lab, a champion of diverse storytelling in the film industry, is proud to co-sponsor...

Honoris United Universities Joins Call for Locally Grounded AI-driven Education at eLearning Africa 2025
CASABLANCA / DURBAN / TUNIS / ABUJA, MOROCCO, May 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Honoris United Universities, the first and largest pan-African private higher education network, proudly participated in the 18th edition of eLearning Africa, the...

The Los Angeles Tribune and 90210 Enterprise Partner to Launch Global-Impact International Film Festival
The Los Angeles Tribune & 90210 Enterprise launch LATIFF, honoring Kamel Krifa & global cinema, with panels, screenings & international guests. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The inaugural Los Angeles...

Iteris and Almaviva to Showcase Smart Mobility Innovations at ITS World Congress 2025
ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Iteris, Inc., the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management and parent company Almaviva, a global leader in digital transformation, are excited to announce their...

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR suspends programmes in Egypt ― Rise in hate speech and violence targeting people on the move in Libya ― Shipwreck survivors deported to Tunisian desert
EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR suspends programmes in Egypt ― Rise in hate speech and violence targeting people on the move in Libya ― Shipwreck survivors deported to Tunisian desert The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has suspended most of its...

ADIFF Women’s History Month Film Series - A Powerful Film Series Highlighting Women’s Stories from Across the Globe
From March 28 - 30, 2025, watch a compelling film series showcasing the diverse experiences, struggles, and triumphs of women worldwide at Teachers College NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Diaspora...

HAUSER Pays Tribute to Tunisia with a Special Performance in “Music Unites the World
For this chapter of “Music Unites the World,” HAUSER delivers his own cello interpretation of “Allah Allah Ya Baba” TUNISIA, March 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The latest destination in HAUSER’s global project, “Music Unites the World,” is...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester Names Annissa Essaibi George 2025 Chair of the New England Women’s Leadership Awards
Prestigious award now in its 32nd year recognizes and honors remarkable women who meet the challenges they face with confidence, persistence and compassion. DORCHESTER, MA, UNITED STATES, February 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Boys & Girls...