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Palestinian Embassy in Harare Condemns Israeli Legislation Targeting UNRWA, Warns of Humanitarian Crisis Amid International Outcry

Ambassador Tamer Almassri By George SwareiThe Palestinian Embassy in Harare has strongly condemned the Israeli Knesset’s recent legislation aimed at restricting the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) within the Occupied Palestinian Territory. The new law, which bans UNRWA activities and removes diplomatic privileges for its staff, has drawn widespread condemnation…

Palestine Stands in Solidarity with Zimbabwe on SADC Anti-Sanctions Day:Global Voices Condemn the Impact of Sanctions

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Ambassador Tamer Almassri addresses an Anti-Sanctions gathering at a local hotel in Harare By George Swarei Harare, 25 October 2024 – Addressing an Anti-Sanctions Day function held at the Cresta Jameson Hotel in Central Harare, Dr. Tamer Almassri, the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, expressed strong solidarity with Zimbabwe in its ongoing…

Palestinian Envoy Decries Israeli Actions in Gaza, Calls for Global Action

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Dr Tamer Almassri (Pic Credit-Munyaradzi Munaro Palestine Embassy Harare) By George Swarei Harare, October 14, 2024 – Dr. Tamer Almassri, the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, has fiercely denounced what he described as “Israeli massacres” in Gaza, following reports of displaced Palestinians being burned alive in tents at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital and Jabalia…

President Mnangagwa’s UN Address Commended for Supporting Palestinian Cause

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President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa By George SwareiHarare– The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, Dr. Tamer Almassri, has expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the Palestinian people for President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s steadfast support of Palestine, as conveyed during the 79th United Nations General Assembly. Delivered by Frederick Shava, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Foreign Affairs…

Bioskop! Short Film Competition Announces 2024 Shortlist for Filmmakers and Actors

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By George SwareiHarare– The BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition, a key feature of the European Film Festival Zimbabwe, has revealed its shortlisted filmmakers and actors for the 2024 edition. With themes centered on “Beyond Boundaries: Empowering Women Through Film” and “Staying Connected,” the competition highlights Zimbabwean stories told through diverse and compelling lenses. This year, 56 submissions…

Netanyahu Expands Conflict to West Bank and Lebanon, Palestinian Embassy Condemns “Genocide”

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Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr Tamer Almassri By George Swarei The Palestinian Embassy in Harare has issued a strong condemnation of what it describes as Israel’s widening aggression, accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of expanding “genocidal” actions to the West Bank and Lebanon. The statement comes amid growing tensions in the region, with the Palestinian…

Palestinian Ambassador Dr. Tamer Almassri Praises Zimbabwe for Supporting UN Resolution on Palestinian Rights

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Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr Tamer Almassri By George Swarei Harare, Zimbabwe – The Ambassador of the State of Palestine, Dr. Tamer Almassri, has expressed deep gratitude to the government of Zimbabwe, led by His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa, for voting in favour of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) draft resolution on September 18,…

Palestinian Ambassador Condemns Israel’s Exploitation of African Asylum Seekers in Gaza Conflict

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Palestine Ambassador to Zimbabwe Dr Tamer Almassri stresses a point…(photo by Munyaradzi Munaro) By George Swarei and Donald Chakamanga HARARE, Zimbabwe — The Palestinian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Dr. Tamer Almassri, has issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s alleged exploitation of African asylum seekers, accusing the Israeli government of using them as combatants in the ongoing…

Zimbabwe Reaffirms Commitment to Global Peace and Security Ahead of the Summit of the Future

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Dr. Frederick M. Shava, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe By George Swarei Harare, Zimbabwe — 12 September 2024 — The Honourable Dr. Frederick M. Shava, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe, delivered a keynote address at a stakeholder engagement organized by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator…

European Union awards $280,494 to 20 New Arts and Culture Projects in Zimbabwe

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The EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Jobst von Kirchmann By George Swarei Harare, Zimbabwe, September 9, 2024 – The Culture Fund of Zimbabwe Trust, in collaboration with the European Union (EU) Delegation to Zimbabwe, has granted a total of USD 280,494 to 20 new arts and culture projects across Zimbabwe under the CreativeACTIONs 2 initiative. The…