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.

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