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Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi expressed his condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of the “sinful Iranian attacks” targeting a government facility and civilian equipment belonging to a private company on Bubiyan Island in the State of Kuwait.”These sinful Iranian attacks represent a continuation of Iran’s hostile approach to destabilising security and stability in the region. They constitute a blatant assault, a flagrant violation of the State of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a direct threat to its security, stability, and the safety of its citizens and residents, as well as a grave violation of the principles of international law and the United Nations (UN) Charter,” Albudaiwi stated.He underscored the GCC’s full solidarity with the State of Kuwait, supporting all measures it takes to maintain its security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Source link
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has welcomed FIFA's decision to withdraw its plan to sell a stake in its competitions -including the World Cup- into private hands.’The proposal was unanimously rejected by UEFA's national associations and by many other federations and confederations of all sizes around the world, whose job it is to protect football,’ UEFA said in a statement today.’UEFA will begin work immediately with partners and stakeholders all over the world and right across the game to propose a new way of distributing resources through the existing FIFA Forward programme,’ the statement said.UEFA's stance followed FIFA's decision to abandon the project, after similar criticism from the Asian Football Confederation, while other federations expressed reservations about the proposal.FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced in a statement on Saturday that the organization was backing down from its plan to open the world's governing body of football to private sector investors, following a wave of criticism and concerns about commodifying football, amid questions about potential conflicts of interest.Infantino said: ‘After carefully listening to all points of view, it became clear that the project had created divisions that no longer served the fundamental purpose for which it was launched.’Infantino's reversal comes at a time when FIFA is facing additional pressure following the recent resignation of its chief advisor, Carlos Cordeiro.Last Tuesday, FIFA had unexpectedly unveiled a plan to increase funding for football development to USD 10 billion over the next four years, but the plan was met with widespread criticism regarding its content and the way it was presented. Source link
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Two very large crude carriers loaded with Iranian oil have reached Indian ports, ship tracking data from LSEG shows, as local refiners utilise a temporary waiver granted by the US last month to resume purchases from Tehran for the first time in seven years. The current waiver is due to expire on April 19. The Iran-flagged Felicity has reached Sikka Port in western India, while the Curacao-flagged Jaya is at the eastern port of Odisha, the data shows. A VLCC carries 2mn barrels of oil.India, the world’s third-biggest oil importer and consumer, has not received a cargo from Iran since May 2019 after coming under US pressure not to buy the country’s crude. Indian Oil Corp, the country’s top refiner, has bought Iranian oil loaded on the Jaya, a vessel under US sanctions, Reuters reported last week. India has also allowed Reliance Industries Ltd, the operator of the world’s biggest refining complex, to buy Iranian oil loaded on the Comoros-flagged aframax Kaviz, Curacao-flagged VLCC Lenore and Iran-flagged VLCCs Felicity and Hedy, all of which are more than 20 years old and are also under US sanctions. Source link
Swiss International University (SIU) is proud to announce that it has been ranked 3rd among the Best Transnational Universities worldwide by the QRNW Ranking. This recognition highlights SIU’s growing international presence, cross-border academic model, and commitment to providing accessible, flexible, and globally connected higher education. The recognition reflects Swiss International University’s ongoing efforts to build an academic environment that supports students from different countries, cultures, and professional backgrounds. With its international outlook and commitment to educational development, SIU continues to strengthen its position as a modern institution serving learners across borders. The QRNW Ranking is managed by ECLBS European Council of Leading Business Schools, an organization that is a member of the IREG International Ranking Expert Group – IREG Observatory on Academic Ranking and Excellence in Belgium, Europe, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) Quality International Group (CIQG) in the United States, and the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE) in Europe. This broader international engagement adds relevance to the ecosystem in which the ranking is developed and presented. For Swiss International University, this ranking is more than a number. It represents recognition of a mission centered on internationalization, academic innovation, and the advancement of transnational education. In a time when students increasingly seek institutions that can offer global access, flexible study pathways, and multicultural academic experiences, SIU’s position in the ranking reflects its role in responding to these evolving expectations. Being placed among the top transnational universities also underlines SIU’s vision of education without borders. The university has worked to expand its educational reach and create opportunities for students who value international perspectives and modern learning structures. This achievement supports SIU’s broader goal of contributing positively to global higher education through academic cooperation, institutional development, and student-centered learning. Swiss International University views this recognition as an encouragement to continue expanding its international academic role and to further invest in quality, innovation, and educational accessibility. The university remains dedicated to serving students and academic communities through a model that reflects the realities of a connected and globalized world. This accomplishment marks an important milestone in SIU’s journey and reinforces its commitment to excellence in transnational higher education. Swiss International University also shared reflections from its leadership and academic community on this recognition. Rector Dr. Abdiev Murad. stated that this achievement reflects the university’s long-term commitment to building an institution that serves students across borders with flexibility, academic seriousness, and an international vision. He noted that being recognized among the leading transnational universities is an encouraging sign that SIU’s efforts in educational development and global outreach are moving in the right direction. Commenting on the significance of the ranking, Dr. Habib Al Souleiman, one of SIU’s in Osh City academic lecturers, said that transnational education is becoming increasingly important in a world where students seek quality, accessibility, and international relevance at the same time. He added that this recognition highlights the value of academic models that connect different cultures, markets, and learning environments, while also encouraging institutions to continue investing in innovation and meaningful student support. From the university’s UAE operations, Mr. Noah Muller, Academic Supervisor of the Dubai branch, said that the recognition is a positive moment not only for the university as a whole, but also for its regional branches that work closely with diverse student communities. He emphasized that Dubai plays an important role in supporting SIU’s international presence and expressed confidence that this milestone will further motivate the institution to strengthen its services, expand opportunities, and continue contributing to modern cross-border education. About Swiss International University Swiss International University (SIU) is a global academic network formed through the merger of seven academies and institutes, with some roots dating back to 1999 and online education offered since 2013. Today, SIU welcomes more than 3,800 students each year from over 120 countries, reflecting its strong international reach and multicultural academic identity. SIU operates through a network of institutions and academies across Bishkek, Lucerne, Zurich, Dubai, Riga, London, Ajman, and other locations.Because each country has its own legal and educational framework, the institutions within the SIU network operate under different local structures, including university-level, institute-level, vocational, and professional education formats. The main university entity is licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, providing SIU qualifications with a recognized legal academic foundation and supporting their international acceptance. In Switzerland, the network includes ISBM Business School in Lucerne and Autonomus Academy in Zurich.In Dubai, SIU operates through ISB Academy with approved and permitted diploma activities from KHDA, Dubai Educational Authority. In Latvia, Amber Academy Riga is officially registered in the State Register of Educational Institutions under the State Education Quality Service (IKVD), supervised by the Ministry of Education and Science. In the United Kingdom, OUS Academy London is registered in the UK Register of Learning Providers and also holds CPD Certification Service recognition. In Ajman, VBNN FZE LLC, part of VBNN Smart Education Group, operates as a licensed educational entity within the UAE. Through this international structure, SIU continues to advance flexible, globally connected, and career-oriented education.Its network reflects a modern academic vision that combines international reach, local compliance, and student-focused learning opportunities across multiple jurisdictions. Source link
North Korea test-fired, on Tuesday, two strategic cruise missiles and three anti-warship missiles as part of an “operational efficiency test”.South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has once again overseen the test-firing of strategic cruise and anti-warship missiles from the destroyer Choe Hyon, stressing that the country’s top priority is to bolster a nuclear deterrent.Kim expressed great satisfaction over the fact that the preparedness of our army’s strategic action has been strengthened in a qualitative way with various achievements recently made in the field of defence science, according to the North Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).In March, North Korea conducted similar strategic cruise missile tests from the 5,000-ton warship on two occasions ahead of its commissioning. Pyongyang’s designation of the weapons as “strategic” suggests that it may possess nuclear capabilities. Source link
