Italian MFA says migration wave to follow, should grain deal be paused

Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Monday that he foresees the risk of a new powerful migration wave from Africa due to the crisis in Sudan and in case the grain deal is terminated.

Europe Receives 40%, Africa 12% Of Grain Under Russian-Ukrainian Deal

Under the recently extended Black Sea Grain Initiative, Europe received 40% while African countries got 12% of the grain transported through the humanitarian maritime corridor, the Turkish Defense Ministry said on Friday.

Only 3% Of Grain Exports Reach States In Need Of Assistance - Russian FM

Most of grain exports under the grain deal are supplied to developed countries, and only 3% go to states in need of urgent assistance, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin said on Tuesday.

Report: Middle East Sees Biggest Import of Arms in Last 5 Years - FARS

 International arms sales and purchases have levelled off after years of sharp growth, with deliveries of major weapons staying at the same level between 2011-2015 and 2016-2020, according to a leading defence think-tank.

Bolivia to increase coca plant production

Bolivian President Evo Morales has signed into law a bill that nearly doubles the acres that can be used to grow the coca plant, which has medicinal uses but is also used to create cocaine.

New Delhi Steps Up Efforts To Protect Sacred Cows

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration is getting tougher on the illegal use of cows for consumption and export, in light of centuries of Hindu thought revering cows for their gentle, maternal nature.

Cuba regains control of Havana Club rum brand in US

Cuba won the right to the Havana Club brand in the US this week, boosting the chance for Cuba's most famous brand to enter the North American market.