Day: January 8, 2023

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Iran… 5 years imprisonment for Rafsanjani’s daughter

Baghdad, The Iranian judicial authorities issued a 5-year prison sentence against Faezeh, daughter of former President Hashemi Rafsanjani, on charges of inciting riots and disturbing the country’s security.

Iranian state television published the news of the verdict against Faezeh Rafsanjani, who is in prison due to a previous ruling against her, for her conviction on similar charges, including incitement to violence and demonstrations in Iran.

Faezeh Rafsanjani has always criticized the Iranian government’s policies, whether in the internal or external file, as she considered in previous statements that “the activities of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard are expanding day after day, which makes it difficult for him to return to his camps.”

Rafsanjani expressed her disagreement with removing the Revolutionary Guards from the US sanctions list.

The daughter of the former Iranian President also sharply criticized the regime’s approach and regional policy, saying: “There are serious doubts about the ability of the current president, Ibrahim Raisi, to manage the executive apparatus.”

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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A fire devoured a house in the neighborhood district, and the civil defense put out the flames

Al-Kut, A fire engulfed a house in Al-Zahraa area, in the middle of Al-Hay district, south of Wasit, and the civil defense detachments were able to put out the flames.

The Director of Civil Defense in Wasit, Brigadier General Samir Razzaq, told the National Iraqi News Agency (NINA) that the fire was controlled and prevented from spreading to neighboring houses without causing any casualties, adding that the cause of the fire was an electrical short circuit.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa praises the Gulf 25 Championship in Basra

Baghdad, Sheikh “Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani”, President of the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation, presented his sincere thanks and appreciation to the Iraqi government headed by Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, and to the Iraqi people, and to Ahmed Al-Mubarqa, the Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports, and the Engineer Asaad Al-Eidani, Governor of Basra, and Adnan Darjal, Head of the Iraqi Football Association, Chairman of the Organizing Committee for Gulf 25, for the warm reception and hospitality, and for the efforts made by everyone to organize Gulf 25 in Basra.

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani praised the 25th Gulf Championship in Basra, and the impressive opening ceremony that we witnessed at the Basra International Stadium, and the wonderful historical and artistic passages it contained. He also praised the organizational aspects carried out by the organizing committee of the tournament and the Iraqi Football Association, in for this tournament from all sides.

He said: We are aware that all tournaments in the world have negatives and positives, but the positives are always reinforced and solutions are developed for the negatives in order not to recur, and we hope everyone does not pay attention to the negatives and try to avoid them to support the Iraqi Football Association.

He added: The technical start was of a mediocre level, and did not reach the required level, and this is normal with the start of each tournament, and we hope in the upcoming rounds that the technical level will be higher by all the Gulf teams.

The President of the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation praised the Iraqi fans, whom we consider the main supporter of the tournament, and who were keen to attend all the matches, whether they were held in the Basra stadium or Al-Mina stadium, and this is evidence of the Iraqi fans’ love for the football game.

He continued: There is a general conference that will be held on January 13, 2023, to consult with the heads of the eight Gulf federations on ways that lead to developing the work of the Gulf federation and Gulf football in general, with God willing.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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Al Rabeeah Meets with Ambassador of Thailand to Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah met here today with Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Darm Boontham.

During the meeting, they discussed the joint cooperation related to the humanitarian and relief affairs between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Thailand.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

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The Foreign Minister discusses with the French Ambassador the ongoing preparations for the Prime Minister’s upcoming visit to Paris

Baghdad, The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fo uad Hussein, discussed the ongoing preparations for the visit of Prime Minister Muhammad Shia’ al-Sudani to Paris at the end of this month, to discuss regional and international challenges, achieve common interests, and stress Iraq’s vital role in establishing the foundations of security and stability in the region.

The Ministry stated in a statement: “The Minister met with the French Ambassador in Baghdad, Eric Chevalier, and during the meeting they also discussed issues of common interest between Baghdad and Paris, in a way that contributes to strengthening bilateral relations between the two friendly countries.”

The meeting also dealt with coordination and cooperation to achieve high-level mutual visits between officials of both countries within the framework of joint bilateral cooperation between the two friendly countries.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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The President of the Republic stresses that it is not permissible for any refugee to remain in the camps

Baghdad, The President of the Republic, Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, affirmed that it is not permissible for any refugee to remain in the camps.

A presidential statement stated: “The President met today with the delegation of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme, and during the meeting, which was attended by the Minister of Migration and Displacement, Evan Faeq Jabro, they discussed the conditions of the displaced throughout the country and the most important problems that impede their return to their cities and homes and the implementation of the Sinjar Agreement.”

The President of the Republic stressed the need to start work and focus efforts on implementation in order to return all the displaced people to their cities and homes in a way that secures a decent, free, safe and stable life, and stressed that no refugee should remain in the camps.

The President stressed the need to strengthen coordination and cooperation between the relevant Iraqi institutions, including the Ministry of Migration and Displacement, and the United Nations Human Settlements Program at all levels, expressing his readiness to help in this regard to overcome all obstacles, stressing that everyone should support these efforts.

The President of the Republic listened to a briefing given by members of the delegation about the work of the United Nations Human Settlements Program in Iraq, and the plans developed with the Iraqi side to resolve the problems facing the displaced and ensure their return to their homes.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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Education Minister receives lawmaker

Manama, Minister of Education Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma’a received member of the parliamentary Legislative and Legal Committee Mohsin Ali Al Asboul. He informed him about development of the educational process and infrastructure and the future plans to expand provision of the educational services.

MP Al Asboul expressed thanks and appreciation to the Minister of Education for the ministry’s efforts to serve the educational sector in Bahrain.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

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Education Minister receives delegation from Boston University

Manama, Education Minister Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma today received a delegation from US Boston University led by College of Education and Human Development Dean Professor David J. Chard and other senior officials.

Undersecretary for Policies, Strategies and Performance Nawal Ibrahim Al Khater and Bahrain Teachers College Acting Dean Dr. Lucy Bailey attended the meeting.

The minister welcomed the delegation, currently on visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain within the framework of the cooperation agreement signed between Boston University and Bahrain Teachers College.

Under the deal, a Master’s Program in Educational Leadership has been launched, attracting students from inside and outside the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Dr. Juma discussed with the delegation the outputs of joint academic cooperation, and ways to support successful partnership between the two sides.

He also gave an overview of education in the Kingdom, focusing on the establishment of the Bahrain Teachers College, which plays a pivotal role in forming qualified teachers.

He also highlighted BTC board of directors’ procedures to obtain international accreditation from the United States of America.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

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Bahrain invests in youth to build the future, said HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad

Manama, The second batch of affiliates of the national programme “Lamea” were honoured in a ceremony held under the patronage of His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

HH Shaikh Nasser paid tribute to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, hailing royal care for youth who represent the driving engine of development in Bahrain to build a bright future.

He also praised the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, putting youth among the top priorities of the Government Action Plan.

The ceremony was also attended by the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) Secretary General Aymen bin Tawfik Almoayyed and Youth Affairs Minister Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfeeqi.

“Bahrain builds development strategies on youth, by assigning them vital and major roles and tasks and honing their leadership skills by investing in their energies and potentials”, said HH Shaikh Nasser.

He said hopes are pinned on the participants in the national programme, who represent an elite of Bahraini youth, to play a pivotal role in national development and inspire their peers.

“The Kingdom of Bahrain needs youth efforts and energies to build its future”, said HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad as he honoured the participants as well as sponsors.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

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The Central Bank takes a new decision to control the crisis of the rise of the dollar

Baghdad, The Central Bank of Iraq decided, today, Sunday, to include banks wishing to sell cash dollars.

The Bank said in a statement that it had decided to include the banks that are allowed to participate in the electronic platform and wishing to participate in selling cash dollars for the purposes of travel, treatment and study.

It emphasized: “Expanding the number of outlets selling foreign currency in bank branches in Baghdad, under direct supervision by the inspection teams of this bank.”

It pointed out that “he had earlier expanded the number of bank outlets for selling foreign currency from 10 to 20 banks, after the success achieved by his initiative to enhance the stability of the currency market.”

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

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BCCI Chairman hails engineers’ role in Bahrain’s development

Manama, Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) Chairman Samir Abdulla Nass hailed the role of Engineering Offices Association in supporting real estate investments.

He underlined ongoing efforts to coordinate with official competent authorities to create a favourable investment environment for the real estate sector, which he described as promising.

Receiving Engineering Offices Association Chairman Eng. Mazen Al-Omran, he stressed the chamber’s keenness on tacking any challenges which mar face the sector and impact Bahrain’s economic and urban development.

“The Chamber will harness all its efforts and energies to support the business sectors in Bahrain, and help private sector companies and institutions to grow”, he pledged.

Eng. Al-Omran hailed the chamber’s support to commercial, industrial and investments companies as well as small and medium enterprises, in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

Source: Bahrain News Agency