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Yahoo
08-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
A million more Afghans could be sent back from Iran, Red Cross warns
GENEVA (Reuters) -The Red Cross said on Tuesday it is bracing for another 1 million people to be sent back from Iran to Afghanistan amid mass deportations that humanitarians say are placing a heavy strain on the aid system. Over 1.2 million people have been returned to Afghanistan from Iran since the start of this year, according to data from the U.N. refugee agency, with the number of returns surging since Iran and Israel launched strikes on each other last month. Sami Fakhouri, Head of Delegation for Afghanistan at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, said he witnessed bus loads of people returning to a border crossing at the Islam Qala border in Herat province in recent days. "(We) are anticipating that an additional one million people, possibly more, may return from Iran to Afghanistan by the end of this year," he told reporters at a Geneva press briefing, voicing concern about their futures with many having left their home country years ago and were now homeless. "The majority didn't have a say in coming back. They were put on buses and driven to the border," he said. Afghanistan is already battling a humanitarian crisis and aid groups worry that the new arrivals from Iran - on top of hundreds of thousands pressured to return from Pakistan - risks further destabilising the country. Fakhouri said the IFRC appeal for 25 million Swiss francs ($31.40 million) to help returning Afghans at the border and in transit camps is only 10% funded, voicing concerns about whether it could maintain support for people. Babar Baloch, a spokesperson at the U.N. refugee agency, said tens of thousands were arriving from Iran daily with over 50,000 crossing on July 4. He also voiced concerns about family separations. "The psychological scars are going to stay with Afghans who have been made to come back to the country in this way,' he said at the same press briefing. ($1 = 0.7963 Swiss francs)
Business Recorder
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
A million more Afghans could be sent back from Iran, Red Cross warns
GENEVA: The Red Cross said on Tuesday it is bracing for another 1 million people to be sent back from Iran to Afghanistan amid mass deportations that humanitarians say are placing a heavy strain on the aid system. Over 1.2 million people have been returned to Afghanistan from Iran since the start of this year, according to data from the U.N. refugee agency, with the number of returns surging since Iran and Israel launched strikes on each other last month. Sami Fakhouri, Head of Delegation for Afghanistan at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, said he witnessed bus loads of people returning to a border crossing at the Islam Qala border in Herat province in recent days. '(We) are anticipating that an additional one million people, possibly more, may return from Iran to Afghanistan by the end of this year,' he told reporters at a Geneva press briefing, voicing concern about their futures with many having left their home country years ago and were now homeless. Germany must honour visa obligations to Afghan refugees, rules court 'The majority didn't have a say in coming back. They were put on buses and driven to the border,' he said. Afghanistan is already battling a humanitarian crisis and aid groups worry that the new arrivals from Iran - on top of hundreds of thousands pressured to return from Pakistan – risks further destabilising the country. Fakhouri said the IFRC appeal for 25 million Swiss francs ($31.40 million) to help returning Afghans at the border and in transit camps is only 10% funded, voicing concerns about whether it could maintain support for people. Babar Baloch, a spokesperson at the U.N. refugee agency, said tens of thousands were arriving from Iran daily with over 50,000 crossing on July 4. He also voiced concerns about family separations. 'The psychological scars are going to stay with Afghans who have been made to come back to the country in this way,' he said at the same press briefing.
Straits Times
08-07-2025
- General
- Straits Times
A million more Afghans could be sent back from Iran, Red Cross warns
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox GENEVA - The Red Cross said on Tuesday it is bracing for another 1 million people to be sent back from Iran to Afghanistan amid mass deportations that humanitarians say are placing a heavy strain on the aid system. Over 1.2 million people have been returned to Afghanistan from Iran since the start of this year, according to data from the U.N. refugee agency, with the number of returns surging since Iran and Israel launched strikes on each other last month. Sami Fakhouri, Head of Delegation for Afghanistan at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, said he witnessed bus loads of people returning to a border crossing at the Islam Qala border in Herat province in recent days. "(We) are anticipating that an additional one million people, possibly more, may return from Iran to Afghanistan by the end of this year," he told reporters at a Geneva press briefing, voicing concern about their futures with many having left their home country years ago and were now homeless. "The majority didn't have a say in coming back. They were put on buses and driven to the border," he said. Afghanistan is already battling a humanitarian crisis and aid groups worry that the new arrivals from Iran - on top of hundreds of thousands pressured to return from Pakistan - risks further destabilising the country. Fakhouri said the IFRC appeal for 25 million Swiss francs ($31.40 million) to help returning Afghans at the border and in transit camps is only 10% funded, voicing concerns about whether it could maintain support for people. Babar Baloch, a spokesperson at the U.N. refugee agency, said tens of thousands were arriving from Iran daily with over 50,000 crossing on July 4. He also voiced concerns about family separations. "The psychological scars are going to stay with Afghans who have been made to come back to the country in this way,' he said at the same press briefing. REUTERS
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Skin Cancer Specialists Dermatology and Team Dermatology Secure Partnership with DermCare Management, Advised by Physician Growth Partners
PGP's 19th dermatology transaction since 2018 reinforces its position as the leading sell-side advisor to independent dermatologists navigating private equity and partnership opportunities CHICAGO, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Physician Growth Partners ("PGP"), a leading healthcare investment banking and M&A Advisory firm, is pleased to announce it recently advised Houston, TX-based Skin Cancer Specialists Dermatology ("SCSD") and its sister brand, Team Dermatology, in their partnership with DermCare Management (backed by Hildred). Founded in 2016, SCSD is one of the most trusted dermatology practices in the Greater Houston area. Over the years, it has grown into a leading dermatology provider with five locations across the greater Houston market. Through its partnership with DermCare Management, SCSD aims to strengthen its operational infrastructure, expand its service offerings, broaden its geographic reach, and further solidify its market leadership. Dr. Tarek Fakhouri, Dermatologist and Founder of SCSD, commented on the successful outcome: "Prior to working with PGP, I evaluated multiple teams. I found the team at PGP to be the most experienced and professional. Throughout the entire process they were attentive, knowledgeable, and effective. I'm very pleased that I chose to work with PGP during this very important career moment." Physician Growth Partners served as the exclusive advisor to Skin Cancer Specialists Dermatology in its evaluation, negotiation, and execution of this partnership. "It was a pleasure working with Dr. Fakhouri and his team, and we're very pleased with the outcome for Skin Cancer Specialists Dermatology," said James Perrone, Vice President at PGP. "The practice's strong clinical reputation in the Greater Houston market drew significant interest from multiple strategic partners. Ultimately, DermCare Management emerged as the ideal fit – offering a platform that supports the practice's continued growth while preserving its commitment to exceptional patient care. We're proud to have guided the group through the sale exploration process and are excited to see the value this partnership will unlock moving forward." About Physician Growth Partners Physician Growth Partners is a nationally recognized healthcare investment banking and M&A Advisory firm dedicated to helping independent physician groups and healthcare services business owners explore and execute transactions with private equity and strategic partners. PGP is the most active M&A Advisor to independent physician groups1 by deal volume since its founding in 2017, advising 70+ practices in successful transactions. The firm creates value by providing proprietary market insights, operational support, strategic positioning, and sell-side M&A Advisory services from start to finish. 1 LevinPro HC data platform For more information about Physician Growth Partners, please visit or contact us at press@ 432 N. Clark Street, Ste. 200, Chicago, IL 60654 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Physician Growth Partners Sign in to access your portfolio
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
7awi enhances regional presence via new appointment for Saudi Arabia
Dubai-based 7awi Media Group has named Amjad Fakhoury as the new Country Head for its operations in Saudi Arabia to lead the company's strategic expansion, according to a press release. The new appointment of Fakhoury aims to drive market growth and enhance 7awi's presence in the Middle East region. CEO of 7awi, Anas Abbar, said: 'Amjad's leadership and strategic vision make him the perfect fit to lead our operations in Saudi Arabia.' Abbar added: 'His ability to drive growth, optimize operations, and build strong partnership aligns perfectly with our vision for expansion in the kingdom and beyond.' From his part, Fakhouri said: 'As the Kingdom has evolved, so has communications. We have witnessed a significant shift in our clients' approach to media Needs and Exposure, with a strong preference for genuine Media Support.' Fakhouri noted: '7awi is already regarded as a trusted partner as one of the biggest Arabic digital publishers in the region, creative agency and a sold partner for development and strategic communications by numerous international, regional and local clients.' He concluded: 'In light of this reputation, it is imperative that we actively guide our clients towards our comprehensive services, which surpass those of our competitors in the region. Our expansion plans in the Kingdom include reaching several cities by 2026, supported by a dedicated team committed to serving our clients.' Source: Mubasher
