Asia Syria Germany's Ministry of Transport lifted the landing ban and normalized passenger traffic with Syria from 27 July 2026, thus opening to direct flights Düsseldorf-Damascus today 29 July, Berlin Brandenburg-Damascus and Cologne/Bonn-Aleppo on 1 August
Europe Netherlands The six juvenile detention centers violate nearly all children’s rights, Children’s Ombudsman said, as the Netherlands is not providing good education, children can't make good use of their free time, often don't receive the treatment they need
Europe Estonia Interior Minister called to end the Moscow‑affiliated lease for the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral reviving debate over the landmark's future; proposals range from relocating, demolishing, turning it into a museum to integrating it more with Estonian culture
Asia North Korea A large new prison is being built in Chongjin, according to NK Pro analysis of satellite imagery; it is at least the 14th walled penitentiary remodeled or constructed since late 2023, showing a growing incarceration capacity amid ideological crackdown
Africa Seychelles Green Training International Programme GreenTraINT, designed for higher education and training in sustainable agroforestry and conservation practices, has been hosted by Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority on Curieuse Island for its Summer Program
Asia Oman Artificial intelligence, satellite imagery and drone technology are being increasingly employed to improve risk assessment, disaster preparedness and insurance services as Oman steps up efforts to strengthen its resilience against floods
Africa Morocco As official figures, airport dispatches and national port authorities announce millions of incoming travelers across Morocco thousands of private holiday rentals in Tangier, Tetouan and the North face empty bedrooms and zero inquiries
Oceania Tonga Play Tonga, a play space for children at Veitongo, was officially opened by three young royals, Princess Halaevalu Mataʻaho, Princess Nanasipauʻu Eliana, and Princess Sālote Mafileʻo
Africa Nigeria Female students of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, marched to the university’s Senate Building in a peaceful protest following an armed robbery on their hostel, expressing fears over their safety and demanding improved security on campus
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines SVG will benefit from a regional initiative to help governments deliver climate-resilient infrastructure projects: the Caribbean Resilient Infrastructure Implementation and Skills Exchange RIISE Facility is funded by Canada and hosted by UNOPS
Africa Tanzania All regional and zonal referral hospitals in Tanzania have been ordered to establish dedicated cancer diagnosis and treatment units as part of efforts to reduce cancer-related deaths and bring specialised services closer to communities
Africa Namibia Civil society and some members of parliament have called for the National Assembly to extend its sitting hours to properly discuss and pass laws; Currently, the National Assembly sessions run from 14h30 until 17h45
Europe Montenegro Rights organisations in Montenegro welcome law change offering women suffering from painful menstrual cramps two days' paid leave each month
America Panama New report from the regional banking association highlights the strength of the Panamanian market, 10th in Latin American and the main engine of Panama's economy, thank to its financial stability high level of liquidity, local and international lending