US vows to defend Israel against Iranian threat
Speaking to Israel’s Channel 12, Kirby acknowledged the unpredictability of an attack but emphasized that the U.S. takes Iranian threats seriously
Palestine to submit BRICS application in October
Russian President Putin has extended an invitation to Palestine to join the growing economic bloc.
Denmark embassies shifts focus to North Africa, Rwanda
Denmark is closing its embassies in Burkina Faso and Mali and opening new missions in Senegal, Tunisia, and Rwanda as part of a new Africa strategy.
Flooding devastates West Africa, OIC expresses support
Devastating floods have caused widespread damage in West Africa, leading to loss of life, displacement, and destruction of infrastructure.
Egypt’s Sisi urges restraint in talks with top US military official
Egypt’s president Sisi warned against further regional escalation during a meeting with the top us general as Israel-Lebanon tensions rise.
Italy’s foreign minister advocates for more African students
Tajani, from the centre-right Forza Italia party, has advocated for granting citizenship to foreign minors who have completed most of their education in Italy
Singapore reports 13 cases of mpox clade 2 infections in 2024
All identified mpox cases in Singapore have thus far been of the less severe Clade 2 variant
Putin claims Ukraine targeted Kursk Nuclear Plant
Russian president says International Atomic Energy Agency informed of situation
BRICS expands as Azerbaijan applies to join
The BRICS alliance continues to grow as Azerbaijan becomes the latest country to apply for membership.
Hamas, Islamic Jihad claim responsibility for Tel Aviv bomb blast
A man carrying the bomb was killed, and a passerby was injured in the blast that occurred late Sunday, according to police reports
Ukraine’s Kursk attack focuses on creating buffer zone with Russia
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reveals Kursk operation aims to create a buffer zone and disrupt Russian supply lines in border conflict.
Tensions rise as Philippines, China ships clash near Shoal
Tensions between China and the Philippines reach a new high as Beijing accuses Manila of provoking a collision and illegally entering waters near Sabina Shoal.
Hamas rejects truce offer for being too close to Israeli demands
Hamas says latest peace proposal reflects Israeli Prime Minister’s refusal to withdraw forces from Gaza.
Egypt calls for immediate Gaza truce to prevent regional war
Foreign Minister Abdel Aty emphasizes regional unity and a cease-fire during his meeting in Beirut.
Two South Korean missionaries kidnapped in northern Kenya
The borderlands between Kenya and Ethiopia are plagued by armed groups, and despite a government security operation launched last year to disarm local bandits
Ethiopia, Somalia make strides in Somaliland talks
The two countries have agreed to a third round of talks in September, aiming to find a lasting solution to the conflict.
Ethiopian and Somali officials meet in Turkey for reconciliation talks
Ethiopian and Somali delegations initiate reconciliation talks in Ankara under Turkish mediation with shuttle diplomacy.
US sends submarine, jets to Middle East in defense move
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders the deployment of the USS Georgia guided missile submarine to the Middle East, reinforcing America’s commitment to Israel’s defense.
Haitian gangs taunt Kenyan police as 2 sides square off in Caribbean
Prominent Haitian gang leaders have openly defied the Kenyan force
Turkey’s Erdogan calls for peace and stronger ties with Ethiopia
Erdogan highlights Türkiye’s efforts to end Ethiopia-Somalia tensions and addresses Israel’s actions in Gaza Strip.
Plane with 62 aboard crashes in São Paulo
58 passengers and 4 crew members on plane that crashed in Sao Paulo, condition of victims unknown
Somalia and Ethiopia to resume negotiations in Turkey next week
Turkey is mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia to resolve tensions stemming from Ethiopia’s port deal with Somaliland.
Israeli tanks re-enter Gaza’s Khan Younis, forcing mass evacuations
The latest Israeli assault follows months of warfare that have devastated nearly the entire Gaza Strip
Airlines suspend flights amid escalating Middle East tensions
Additionally, the UK government has advised British airlines to avoid Lebanese airspace from Aug. 8 to Nov. 4