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
Mozambique ex-finance minister faces US charges over $2B fraud
US court delivers verdict in high-profile Mozambique fraud case involving Manuel Chang and $2 billion in loans.
Malian prosecutor opens investigation after Ukraine claims
Mali has opened an investigation into Ukraine’s alleged role in a deadly terror attack that killed Malian soldiers and Russian mercenaries.
US pledges $424 million aid to war-torn DR Congo
In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the US government has announced a $424 million aid package to support those affected by violence.
New mpox strain sparks global health concern
The WHO chief has called an emergency meeting to assess if the recent spread of mpox, particularly a new, more severe strain, constitutes a global health crisis.
Egypt instructs airlines to avoid Tehran airspace for 3 hours on Thursday
According to a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) issued on Wednesday, the restriction will be in place from 0100 to 0400 GMT
How Israel assassinated Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran
The assassination, which took place after October 7, involved a network of Mossad agents and collaborators
Turkey to join ICJ genocide case against Israel, source says
The declaration is scheduled for 1330 GMT, following an announcement by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan earlier this week that Turkey would take this step
Ukraine seeks Africa’s support in conflict resolution talks
Ukrainian foreign minister Kuleba underscores Zambia and Africa’s role in fostering peace during his talks with president Hichilema.
Elon Musk and British PM clash over far-right protests
Clash follows Musk’s controversial assertion that ‘civil war is inevitable’ in UK after week of far-right riots that have unsettled nation
Lebanon seeks to prevent wider war from Hezbollah-Israel clash
Israel and Hezbollah have been exchanging fire since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, igniting a war in Gaza
Nigeria urges caution for citizens visiting riot-hit UK
Due to recent anti-asylum riots and attacks on minorities, Nigeria has urged its citizens to exercise caution when traveling to the UK.
Egypt urges Israel to halt Gaza offensive, allow humanitarian aid
Egyptian and Turkish officials discuss Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, calling for an end to hostilities and urging unconditional aid access while addressing regional issues in Libya and Syria.
South African court delays case of 95 arrested Libyans
South African authorities are grappling with the case of 95 Libyan men arrested at a military-style camp.
Bangladeshi Premier Hasina lands in India as army announces transition
Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh after mass demonstrations against her government
Russian security council head arrives in Tehran
Sergey Shoygu to be received by newly elected Iranian president, says office of Russia’s Security Council
Ukraine strengthens African ties with minister’s landmark visit
Ukraine’s foreign minister begins fourth African tour to strengthen bilateral ties with Malawi Zambia and Mauritius.
Russians honor fallen Wagner fighters in Mali
Northern Mali’s Tuareg rebels claimed to have killed at least 84 Russian Wagner mercenaries and 47 Malian soldiers during several days of fierce fighting in late July
Israeli strikes kill 15 in Gaza school, nine fighters in West Bank
The Israeli military claimed the school was used as a Hamas command center
