US exits key Niger base after military junta ends ties
Following a military coup in Niger, the US has completed its withdrawal from a base in Niamey and will fully depart the country by September 15th.
France’s Macron’s coalition loses ground to left-wing parties
French left-wing alliance is on course to beat the far right and Macron’s coalition in parliamentary elections.
Turkish scientists to restore Arctic damaged lands
Turkey\s Arctic project aims to improve soil quality, ensure food security with innovative engineering solutions
Over 26% turnout by midday in France’s critical snap elections
Slightly higher rate than 1st round last week, which was 25.9% at midday, according to Interior Ministry
Israeli negotiators travel to Qatar for critical talks on Gaza truce
Israeli officials travel to Qatar for negotiations with Palestinian factions on a hostage swap and gaza cease-fire, involving top intelligence chiefs from CIA, Mossad, Qatar, and Egypt.
UK’s new leader Keir Starmer cancels costly Rwanda asylum plan
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer ended the Conservative policy to deport asylum-seekers to Rwanda, emphasizing change is needed while acknowledging it will take time to see results.
Sisi, Assad emphasize need to prevent conflict escalation in Gaza
The ongoing Gaza conflict and regional dangers were the focus of a discussion between Egyptian president Sisi and Syrian president Assad.
Profile: Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s new reformist president
Pezeshkian gave indications he would be more open to diplomatic engagement with West, would initiate economic reforms
US nuclear upgrade stalls by $160 billion price tag
The Air Force’s Sentinel ICBM program to replace aging missiles faces a funding crisis.
Gaza ceasefire efforts to continue next week despite challenges
Israel and Hamas continue negotiations with Qatari mediators to secure a Gaza ceasefire and address hostage release gaps.
Israeli far-right minister supports reclaiming Egypt’s Sinai
Israel’s Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu has called for the reoccupation of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, leading to increased tensions between Israel and Egypt.
Russia labels exiled journalist and wife as ‘extremist group’
In a YouTube interview, Nevzorov described the ruling as a potential precedent for future actions against others
80 pct of Gaza’s population displaced due to Israel’s war
The UN humanitarian coordinator for Gaza reported that 1.9 million people are now displaced, expressing deep concern over new evacuation orders and insufficient aid.
South Korea reeling after deadly car crash in Seoul
A car crash in Seoul left nine people dead and four injured after the driver struck pedestrians waiting at a traffic light.
Russia considers removing sanctions on Taliban
Russian envoy to the UN Vasily Nebenzya suggested that Moscow might consider lifting sanctions on the Taliban during international talks in Doha.
Lebanese army gets $20M boost from Qatar amid tensions
The aid comes at a critical juncture as tensions escalate between the Israeli military and Hezbollah
Global power outages surge: Climate and capacity Issues
Countries in Europe, Africa, Middle East, South Asia and other parts have experienced large-scale blackouts in recent weeks
Egypt vows to alleviate suffering as Gaza conflict devastates region
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi addressed the serious changes in the Middle East due to the Gaza conflict and emphasized the need to alleviate economic suffering in Egypt.
Palestinian death toll surpasses 37,800 amid latest Israeli attacks
224 Palestinians injured in Israeli attacks in last 24 hours, Health Ministry says
Lebanese prime minister urges Israel to cease repeated attacks
Prime Minister Najib Mikati calls for end to Gaza war
New Caledonia extends curfew ahead of elections
Authorities also imposed ban on bearing arms, sale of alcohol, restrict gatherings over weekend after weeks of unrest
Human rights report shows 32 pct rise in French racism cases
A human rights report indicates that racism in France rose by 32 percent in 2023, with antisemitic incidents increasing by 284 percent, amid polarizing debates on migration and a surge in far-right political influence.
EU deportation rates for non-EU migrants rise
In the first quarter of 2024, the deportation success rate reached 29.5%, up from 21.6% in the same period in 2022
UN highlights dire living conditions in Gaza amid Israeli war
UNRWA’s Louise Wateridge described the dire situation in Gaza, where residents live in destroyed buildings without water, sanitation, or food, as the humanitarian crisis worsens.
