Maori King Tuheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII says such a status would be ‘woven cloak of protection’ for big mammal

Niger’s decision to sever ties with the US throws the future of US military presence in West Africa into question.

Africa Trade Desk aims to increase sales by $300 million, benefiting small-scale farmers and meeting US demand for unique African flavors.

China congratulates Faye and expresses desire to work together, offering a chance for stronger China-Senegal relations.

Leadership of Ukraine’s special services, including head of defense intelligence, ‘legitimate target,’ says head of Federal Security Service

Head of Russian State Duma says it is up to Constitutional Court to decide

US envoy hopes warring generals will resume talks after Ramadan to prevent further bloodshed and a wider regional conflict.

Haiti grapples with gang violence and a power vacuum as a transitional council struggles to choose a leader.

Kremlin currently not participating in discussions on lifting moratorium on death penalty, says spokesman

ISIS launched a deadly attack on truffle hunters in Syria’s Raqqa province, killing at least 11 people.

Humanitarian aid from Algeria en route to Gaza amidst Israeli aggression, aiming to alleviate the dire humanitarian situation in the besieged enclave.

African leaders express condolences and solidarity with Russia following a deadly terror attack in Moscow that killed over 130 people.

President Biden signs bipartisan funding bill, averting a partial government shutdown and keeping federal agencies operational through September.

Assailants stormed the hall late Friday, opened fire and set fire to venue

China’s U.N. ambassador, Zhang Jun, said the U.S. proposal set preconditions and fell far short of expectations.

Princess Kate reveals a cancer diagnosis after recent surgery. She’s in good spirits and undergoing treatment.

A night of entertainment descends into chaos in Moscow. Gunmen open fire on concertgoers, injuring scores and leaving at least 40 dead.

The United States is presenting a draft resolution to the UN Security Council, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, to be voted on Friday.

A suicide bombing in Kandahar, Afghanistan, has resulted in a much higher death toll than initially reported by the Taliban.

Arab foreign ministers and a top Palestinian official meet Antony Blinken in Cairo to discuss a pause in Israel-Hamas fighting and plans for a political solution.

South Africa’s foreign minister accuses Israel of defying ICJ orders on Gaza crisis, alleging widespread starvation and urging action.

Haiti’s central bank came under attack, showcasing the escalating gang violence. Security forces intervened, but the capital remains volatile.

At precisely 7.28 p.m. (0228GMT), workhorse Falcon 9 rocket launched from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, says SpaceX

US President Biden advises Israeli PM Netanyahu to reconsider plans for a major ground operation in Gaza’s Rafah, highlighting concerns about civilian casualties.