The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Salem Saleh bin Breik, held a regular meeting in Aden to discuss recent economic, financial, and service developments.
The death toll from the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, has risen to 55,297, with 128,426 injured, the Ministry of Health in afflicted Palestinian enclave said. The majority of the victims are women and children.
The Bank of Italy (the central bank) announced that the country's GDP grew by 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, driven by an increase in consumption and investment, in addition to limited American demand.
Saudi Al-Hilal FC has been eliminated from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Fluminense FC from Brazil in the quarterfinals. The match was held at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
ADEN-SABA
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak conducted phone call with Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya to congratulate him on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait.
Minister Bin Mubarak wished Al-Yahya success in assuming his work duties, and looked forward to joint work that contributes to promote fraternal relations and the interests of the two brotherly countries and peoples.
Bin Mubarak renewed his appreciation for the efforts of the State of Kuwait and its positions in support of the government in Yemen and its provision of development and relief aid, which contributes to alleviating human suffering and economic recovery.