MEXICO CITY — Mexico completed a perfect World Cup group stage for the first time in its history after defeating the Czech Republic 3-0 on Wednesday to finish top of Group A with three victories from three matches. Goals from Mateo Chávez, Julián Quiñones and Álvaro Fidalgo secured the win at a packed Estadio Azteca and extended El Tri’s unbeaten run at the tournament. The victory marked the first time Mexico has won all three matches in a World Cup group stage. Its previous best performances came in 1986 and 2002, when the team recorded two wins and a draw.…
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The Ministerial Meeting between the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) convened today in Manama, co-chaired by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Bahraini Minister of Foreign Affairs and current chairman of the GCC Ministerial Council Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, with foreign ministers from GCC member states and Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi. Secretary Rubio reinforced the enduring U.S. commitment to GCC security, and the ministers reaffirmed their strong commitment to the U.S.-GCC strategic partnership. The ministers welcomed the June 17 memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing between the United States and Iran and recognized the important…
MEXICO CITY — Guillermo Ochoa received an emotional farewell at Estadio Azteca on Wednesday as the veteran goalkeeper made his sixth World Cup appearance in Mexico’s 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic. The 40-year-old entered the match in the 77th minute to thunderous applause from more than 80,000 fans, with chants of “Memo” echoing throughout the stadium in what could prove to be his final appearance for the national team. “It’s the most beautiful thing that they recognize your effort,” Ochoa said after the match. “I always try to do it for them, to leave a mark. I think that…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today in Manama with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United States. During the meeting, the two ministers reviewed regional and international developments, most notably the US-Iran agreement and the progress made in negotiations between them, the importance of freedom of international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions, and the developments in Gaza and Lebanon. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs Prince…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its citizens to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan as part of precautionary measures against the spread of the Ebola virus. The Kingdom also suspended the issuance of all types of visas and entry into the Kingdom for individuals arriving from these three countries. These are part of additional precautionary measures to mitigate the risks associated with the Ebola outbreak. The newly introduced restrictions also apply to travelers arriving via third countries who have stayed in any of the three affected countries during the 21 days before entering the…
MANAMA — The GCC-US Ministerial Meeting, which concluded in Manama on Thursday, emphasized the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, noting that free, unconditional, and unrestricted navigation, including the right of transit passage as guaranteed under international law, remains essential to regional and global security. The ministers rejected any tolls, fees, or attempts to assert control over the Strait, and welcomed the announcement of Oman and the International Maritime Organization on the launch of an evacuation plan for over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the region. The ministerial meeting between the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was…
MANAMA — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan attended the joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the United States in Manama on Thursday. The meeting was attended by the heads of delegation of the GCC member states, GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The meeting reviewed the strategic relations between the GCC countries and the United States. It explored ways to further develop them in a manner that serves mutual interests and strengthens partnership and cooperation frameworks across various fields. The ministers discussed regional developments and the…
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to President-elect Abelardo De La Espriella on the occasion of his victory in the presidential election in the Republic of Colombia. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for success to the president-elect, and wished the friendly people of Colombia continued progress and prosperity. Source: Riyadh Daily
ATLANTA — Morocco came from behind twice before securing a dramatic 4-2 victory over Haiti on Wednesday to advance to the World Cup round of 32 and end the Caribbean nation’s hopes of earning its first-ever point at the tournament. Second-half substitutes Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scored late goals as Morocco finished second in Group C behind Brazil and booked a knockout-stage meeting with the runner-up from Group F. The Atlas Lions, who became the first African team to reach the World Cup semifinals in Qatar four years ago, were given a major scare by Haiti, which was making…
As part of the humanitarian efforts undertaken by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to alleviate the suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people, the central kitchen operated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 25,000 hot meals yesterday to the most vulnerable groups in central and southern Gaza Strip, benefiting 25,000 individuals. The initiative is part of the Saudi campaign to provide relief to the brotherly Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. These humanitarian and relief efforts reflect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s steadfast commitment, through KSrelief, to supporting the brotherly Palestinian people during times of crisis and…