France wants to scrap agreement allowing Algerian officials to enter the country without a visa
In a further escalation of tensions between France and Algeria, French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced in an interview with
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced Thursday that regional challenges, including nearly 100 attacks by Houthi fighters on ships in the Red Sea since last November, have resulted in a significant loss of revenue from the Suez Canal. According to Sisi, Egypt witnessed a 60% decrease in canal revenues in 2024 compared to the previous year, amounting to approximately $7 billion. The attacks, which were in solidarity with Palestinians, have disrupted global trade, forcing shipping firms to reroute vessels around Africa, leading to delays and increased costs.
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