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FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctions Israel Football Association
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FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctions Israel Football Association

Following the proposal made by the Palestinian Football Association (PFA) at the 74th FIFA Congress and the subsequent decision of the FIFA Council to mandate the FIFA Disciplinary Committee to investigate the alleged offence of discrimination raised by the PFA, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided that the Israel Football Association (IFA) has committed multiple breaches of its obligations as a FIFA Member Association. As a consequence, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed the following sanctions on the IFA for breaches of articles 13 (Offensive behaviour and violations of the principles of fair play) and 15 (Discrimination and racist abuse) of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC): a)    The IFA is ordered to pay a fine to the amount of CHF 15...
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Qatar Airways Suspends Doha Flights Over Airspace Closure
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Qatar Airways Suspends Doha Flights Over Airspace Closure

Qatar Airways has temporarily suspended all flight operations to Doha following the closure of Qatari airspace, the airline has confirmed. In a statement issued by the airline, operations to and from Doha will remain suspended until midnight UTC today. The decision comes as authorities continue to manage the airspace closure, with the airline working closely with government stakeholders and relevant agencies to restore normal operations once clearance is granted. Passengers have been advised to expect delays even after services resume. The airline is urging travelers to check the latest flight updates on its official website or via the Qatar Airways mobile application before heading to the airport. At Hamad International Airport, additional ground staff have been deployed to assis...
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Ghana Condemns Ill-Treatment of Citizens at Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport
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Ghana Condemns Ill-Treatment of Citizens at Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport

The Government of Ghana has expressed strong protest and deep concern over what it describes as the ill-treatment of Ghanaian nationals by Israeli authorities at the Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv. In an official statement issued on Tuesday, the government said it has observed with grave concern that since Sunday, December 7, 2025, Ghanaian travellers arriving in Israel have allegedly been deliberately targeted and subjected to inhumane and traumatic treatment at the airport. According to the statement, seven Ghanaian nationals were detained at the airport without justifiable cause on the day in question. Among those detained were four members of a Parliamentary delegation who were travelling to Israel to participate in the ongoing Annual International Cybersecurity Con...
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Ghana Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Qatar, Expresses Solidarity
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Ghana Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Qatar, Expresses Solidarity

The Government of Ghana has strongly condemned what it described as an “unprovoked” Israeli attack on the sovereign State of Qatar, which has resulted in casualties, loss of lives, and destruction of property. In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, the Government said the airstrikes were a violation of international law and an affront to the sovereignty of Qatar. It further warned that the attack undermines ongoing efforts toward peace between Israel and Palestine. President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the people of Ghana, expressed solidarity with Qatar’s Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the Qatari people in what he called “these difficult times.” The statement also commended Qatar for its continued role in seeking a peaceful resolution to the l...
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Germany’s Wadephul against suspending the EU agreement with Israel
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Germany’s Wadephul against suspending the EU agreement with Israel

German Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul (L) and Dutch Minister for Foreign Affairs Caspar Veldkamp arrive to attend the informal breakfast ahead of the EU Foreign Affairs Council.Credit: Alexandros MICHAILIDIS/European Council/dpa German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said on Monday he wants to keep a partnership treaty between the European Union and Israel despite possible violations of the agreement. "We need good relations with Israel," Wadephul said on the fringes of a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels. "Israel is the democratic constitutional state in the Middle East," he said. An EU internal review concluded recently that Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip are not in line with the principles established for its close cooperation with the EU. The...
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Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran
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Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran

The Government of Ghana has expressed deep concern over the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory on June 13, 2025. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ghana condemned the intensifying hostilities and urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint in order to prevent further deterioration of regional stability. “Ghana calls upon the parties to prioritize dialogue, refrain from further provocation, and embrace diplomatic channels to de-escalate the situation,” the statement read. Emphasizing its commitment to international peace and security, Ghana urged both Israel and Iran to reaffirm their obligations under the United Nations Charter and respect the princi...
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Israel supports Ghana to lead sustainable honey exports
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Israel supports Ghana to lead sustainable honey exports

Ghana is poised to become a regional powerhouse in honey production and export, as Israel pledges support through technology, innovation, and knowledge-sharing to boost productivity. Ghana’s rich biodiversity, diverse flora—including mango, cocoa, cashew, and orange farms—and favourable climate provide abundant nectar sources, positioning the country for entry into the US$5 billion global honey market. “Ghana, with its rich biodiversity, and favourable climate, has all the natural ingredients to become a regional powerhouse in honey production. Potential alone is not enough. That’s why we’re here to bring together, experience, expertise, and opportunity,” said Mr. Aviel Avraham, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Israeli Embassy to Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. He was addressing s...
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