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

Iran says Haniyeh assassination carried out by ‘short-range projectile&#...

Haniyeh was killed on Wednesday while in Tehran to attend President Masoud Pezeshkian’s inauguration

Slain Hamas leader Haniyeh’s funeral held in Qatar

The funeral of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was held in Qatar on Friday following his assassination in Tehran, part of a series of killings of senior figures in the Palestinian militant group amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Mourners, including Khaled Meshaal, senior Hamas officials, and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin

France warns nationals of Mideast travel risks amid military escalation

Tensions have escalated after twin attacks in Beirut, Tehran

Hamas leader Haniyeh’s funeral ceremony starts in Tehran

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will lead funeral prayers over body of Ismail Haniyeh

Hamas expected to absorb Haniyeh’s death as Gaza operations persist

Potential successors, including Khaled Meshaal, a former Hamas leader who survived an Israeli assassination attempt in 1997, are likely to step into leadership roles

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