Belt and Road to focus on HQ cooperation at China summit
China pledges to strengthen its Belt and Road initiative with high-quality cooperation, particularly in Africa, ahead of a summit with African leaders in Beijing.
Germany ends military presence in coup-ridden Niger
Germany’s military presence in Niger has come to an end as the country’s junta-run government refused to extend the agreement allowing German troops to operate there.
Russian paramilitary unit withdraws from Burkina Faso
Ukraine’s cross-border attack has forced Russia to recall its mercenaries from Burkina Faso, disrupting their operations in the West African country.
Humanitarian pauses agreed for Gaza polio campaign
The WHO has secured humanitarian pauses during a polio vaccination campaign set to begin in the Gaza Strip.
Namibia revokes permit for ship carrying Israeli military cargo
The decision comes after it was revealed that the ship was transporting RDX hexogen and TNT.
Spain, Mauritania, Gambia partner against people smuggling
Spain strengthens ties with West Africa to combat illegal migration and promote legal pathways for migrants.
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.
