The 132-year-old Giza Zoo in Egypt, the oldest in Africa, is set to undergo a comprehensive development plan aimed at improving its services, preserving its historical and natural elements, and transforming it into an open green space. The project, costing at least EGP 1 billion, will be managed by the National Authority for Military Production in collaboration with global and local private companies. The goal is to create an open global park adhering to international safety standards, with the support of the International Federation of Zoos and the African Union of Zoos.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been suspended, noting that while communication channels remain open, “it would be more accurate to say there has been a pause.”
Peskov accused European countries of obstructing dialogue but insisted Moscow remains ready for negotiations.
Russia and Ukraine held three rounds of direct talks this year in Istanbul, leading to prisoner exchanges but little progress toward ending the war.
TR