Russia will help Ukrainians ‘get rid of regime’, says Lavrov Moscow’s top diplomat heightens rhetoric, saying Zelenskyy’s government is ‘anti-people and anti-historical’. Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2022
Lavrov Says Russian Goal to Oust Ukraine's President Russia appears to have reversed itself after the country's top diplomat said Moscow's overarching goal is to topple the government of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as Russian artillery barrages and air strikes continue to pummel cities across Ukraine. The remark from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov comes amid Ukraine's efforts… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 25, 2022
Zelenskiy calls on Europe to respond to Russia’s ‘gas war’ – as it happened 1.18am BST The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2022
Strike on Odesa will not affect grain shipments says Russia The Kremlin said Monday that a strike on the Ukrainian port town of Odesa would not impact grain exports as it only hit military targets. Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov offered reassurances over Russian grain supplies to Egypt during a visit to Cairo on Sunday, amid uncertainty over a deal… France 24 · Jul 25, 2022
Lavrov offers reassurance over Russian grain supplies in Cairo visit Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov offered reassurances over Russian grain supplies to Egypt during a visit to Cairo on Sunday, amid uncertainty over a deal to resume Ukrainian exports from the Black Sea. Reuters · Jul 24, 2022
Russia's Lavrov to visit Africa as Moscow seeks non-Western ties Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov will begin an African tour in Egypt on Sunday, seeking to draw on demand for non-Western alliances as Moscow pushes back against international censure over the war in Ukraine. Reuters · Jul 22, 2022
Arab Foreign Ministers Renew Confidence in Lebanon's Stability, Future The Arab foreign ministers reaffirmed Arab support and solidarity with Lebanon, reflecting "confidence in Lebanon's stability and future," announced Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit. Arab foreign ministers arrived in Beirut to participate in the consultative meeting in preparation for the Arab Summit that will be held in Algeria in… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 3, 2022
Algerian Sources: Mending Ties with Morocco Not Possible at Arab Summit Political sources in Algeria ruled out the possibility of reconciliation between Algeria and Morocco during the upcoming Arab Summit in Algiers. Algerian Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra discussed with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit the preparations for the summit that is scheduled for November. Recent media reports had spoken of… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 22, 2022
Ethiopia Prepares for 3rd GERD Filling, Aboul Gheit Slams UN Security Council Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit criticized the international community as Ethiopia is expected to start the third phase of filling the Grand Renaissance Dam’s reservoir during the upcoming rainy season. Aboul Gheit said Sunday the international community, starting with the United Nations Security Council, has “failed” Egypt and Sudan.… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 14, 2022
Al-Alimi Calls for Saving Yemen from Iran’s Agenda Yemen’s Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) Rashad al-Alimi has called for backing his country in restoring state institutions and ending the Houthi-led insurgency. Al-Alimi arrived with five PLC members in Cairo. Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 13, 2022
Head of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Meets Arab League Representatives in Cairo Chairman of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Rashad al-Alimi praised the Arab League for its support to Yemen's efforts in restoring its state and ending the coup by the Iran-backed Houthi militias. Al-Alimi made his remarks before a plenary session of the Arab League Council at the level of representatives,… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 12, 2022
Palestinians Commemorate Naksah, Asserting Right of Return The Palestinians asserted their adherence to their land and the right of return, commemorating the 55th anniversary of the Six-Day War (Naksah), during which Israel occupied East Jerusalem, the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, Sinai, and the Golan Heights. Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said that the Palestinians are more steadfast… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 6, 2022
Seven Arab States Could Face Food Crisis in Absence of Urgent Solutions Seven Arab countries are expected to face a stifling food crisis if they don’t address their political and economic crises to face external challenges, topped by the Russian-Ukrainian war and the high cost of shipping from traditional food-exporting countries. All these outstanding issues and plans to address the food crisis… Asharq Al-Awsat · May 29, 2022
Aboul Gheit Stresses Importance of Maintaining Egypt, Sudan's Water Rights Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit held talks with Canada’s Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Robert Oliphant in Cairo on Monday. Abou Gheit underlined the importance of maintaining Egypt and Sudan’s water rights. Cairo and Khartoum have repeatedly emphasized their rejection of all unilateral measures with regard… Asharq Al-Awsat · May 10, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 27, 2022 Arab League Condemns Clashes in Darfur Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit condemned on Wednesday the armed clashes that took place in West Darfur, Sudan, reported the Saudi Press Agency. In a statement, he called on all parties to stop the violence immediately, exercise restraint, and avoid using violence to resolve any outstanding issues between brothers.…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 22, 2022 Arab Ministerial Committee Warns: Israeli Attacks in Aqsa Fuel Violence The Arab ministerial committee condemned the Israeli attacks and violations against worshipers in the al-Aqsa Mosque, warning that they fuel the violence that threatens regional and global security and stability. The Arab ministerial committee in charge of international action to confront illegal Israeli policies and measures in Jerusalem held an…
Reuters · Apr 21, 2022 Israel says no change to status-quo at Jerusalem mosque compound Israel said on Thursday it was enforcing a long-standing ban on Jewish prayer at the compound of Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, rejecting an Arab League accusation that it was allowing such worship to take place.
Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2022 Arab League urges Israel to stop Jewish prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque Arab League: ‘Al-Aqsa and Haram al Sharif in all its area is a sole place of worship for Muslims.’
Reuters · Apr 21, 2022 Arab League urges Israel to stop Jewish prayers at Al-Aqsa mosque The Arab League called on Israel on Thursday to end Jewish prayers inside the compound of Islam's third holiest shrine in East Jerusalem, warning it was a flagrant affront to Muslim feelings that could trigger wider conflict.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2022 Rai Welcomes Return of Arab Ambassadors, Calls for Voting in Favor of ‘Lebanon’s Identity’ Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rai welcomed the return of the ambassadors of Gulf States to Beirut, saying the move “makes Lebanon feel that it is an active member of the Arab League.” Rai pointed to three "positive" signs that emerged in Lebanon over the past week, noting the announcement of Pope…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 5, 2022 Lavrov, Arab Delegation Discuss Ukraine Crisis The Arab League said a delegation of the Contact Group on Ukraine held on Monday talks in Moscow with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and other officials to offer mediation between Russia and Ukraine for a solution to the ongoing conflict. The delegation included Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 4, 2022 Arab Delegation Visits Russia Monday The Arab League said a delegation of the Contact Group on Ukraine would start a visit Monday to Moscow to meet with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, then head to Poland to meet with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. The delegation will include Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit and the…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 28, 2022 Aboul Gheit to Asharq Al-Awsat: Iran Uses Arab Crises as Pressure Cards to Confront the West Arab League Secretary General Ahmad Aboul Gheit said that the possible understanding between the United States and Iran in the ongoing nuclear negotiations in Vienna, “does not end” the Iranian nuclear threat, calling on Tehran to stop its “adventures” on Arab land, and to refrain from using Arab files to…
Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2022 Syria constitutional talks fail again in Geneva Committee has been trying, and failing, to draft a new constitution since 2019, as the war in Syria continues.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 24, 2022 UN Seeks Stronger Cooperation with Arab League to Face Challenges UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for even stronger cooperation between the United Nations and Arab States to "face the challenges" in Yemen, Sudan, Libya, and Lebanon. Guterres warned that the efforts have an added urgency against the backdrop of the profound global ramifications of the war in Ukraine. Speaking…