Former boxing great Mike Tyson was barred from entering Chile on Thursday because of his criminal record, airport police said. The former heavyweight boxer was planning to attend an awards ceremony for actions films in the capital city of Santiago when the Chilean Police prevented his entry citing non-compliance with immigration laws.
Israeli PM Netanyahu Question By Police Over Corruption Allegation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was questioned by police on Thursday evening in connection with two separate investigations into alleged corruption, a police statement said. “We confirm that the prime minister was questioned today for several hours at his Jerusalem residence,” the Hebrew language statement said adding, that the interrogation was carried out by detectives of national fraud and serious crimes squad.
Turkey, United States To Resume Issuance Of Visas To Non-Immigrants
Following an improved security posture and diplomatic relations, the United States Embassy in Turkey says it will resume issuance of non-immigrant visa to Turkish nationals on 'a limited basis'. The Embassy made the disclosure in a statement posted on its website on Monday. The statement is coming one month after the Embassy suspended the service following the arrest of a US consulate staff member in Istanbul for allegedly having ties Fethullah Gulen.
Helicopter Crash Kills Saudi Arabia High Prince, Other Officials
A helicopter carrying one high Prince and some senior Saudi Arabia officials has crashed near the Kingdom's border with Yemen. On Sunday evening, Prince Mansour bin Muqrin Al Saud who also doubles as the deputy governor of Asir Province was on tour of local projects around the City of Abha when the incident occurred.
Israeli Authorities Arrest Amnesty International Official
The Advocacy Director for the Middle East and North Africa division of Amnesty International USA, Raed Jarrar has been arrested and detained by Israeli authorities during an attempt to go beyond Allen Crossing between Jordan and the West Bank. Jarrar, a leading human right activist claimed he was on a personal visit to his family following the demise of his father, being an American citizen of Palestinian origin.
Unknown Gunmen Storm Shamshad TV Station In Afghanistan
Some gunmen on Tuesday morning stormed Shamshad Television Station in Afghanistan Capital, Kabul shooting sporadically into the air before gaining access to the facility. According to Al Jazeera, an employee of the station disclosed that the attackers invaded the Station's building after detonating several explosives at the gate.
Israel Seeks Robust Relations With Nigeria
Mr Reuven Rivlin, President of the State of Israel has called for more robust and improved relations between the country and Nigeria. Rivlin made the remarks when the Nigerian Ambassador to Egypt, Enoch Duchi, presented his letters of credence in his office recently in Israel. A statement by Nigeria Mission in Israel said the president noted that the two countries need to do more in five key areas which include education, science, agriculture, health and terrorism.