Israel-Hamas clashes intensify in Gaza amid accelerated truce talks
The likelihood of a truce remains uncertain
US offers clues of helicopter crash including Nigerian banker
New details emerge about the fatal helicopter crash that killed Nigerian bank CEO Herbert Wigwe and five others.
Namibia’s ex-president demands ‘respectable’ reparations
Tensions rise at Namibia’s memorial as pressure mounts on Germany to deliver on its promise of reparations for the colonial-era genocide.
Egypt, Jordan demand Israel de-escalate Gaza conflict
Egyptian President Sisi and Jordanian King Abdullah expressed concerns about the Gaza conflict’s impact on regional stability, urging Israel to de-escalate and facilitate aid access.
Imam denies hate speech, vows legal battle against France
France cracks down on hate speech, deporting an imam. The imam claims innocence, igniting debate over freedom of expression and immigration.
Kenya, Namibia added to money laundering index, UAE delisted
Kenya and Namibia join the FATF’s monitoring list alongside 21 other countries while the UAE celebrates its removal due to progress made in combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
Zimbabwe accepts Russian wheat as El Nino looms
Free Russian wheat arrives in sanctioned Zimbabwe, offering relief but sparking debate about its motives.
Senegalese man prisoned for manslaughter in Channel crossing
Facing accusations of piloting an overloaded, unsafe boat that led to the deaths of four migrants, a Senegalese man received a 9.5-year jail sentence in the UK.
Poll indicates Trump leading over Biden in 2024 US presidential election
Marquette Law School survey predicts Trump victory in 2024 election with 51%
US charges Japanese Yakuza leader for selling nuclear materials to Iran
Takeshi Ebisawa is accused of conspiring to transfer uranium and weapons-grade plutonium from Myanmar to Iran
Houthis impose shipping ban, missile attack ignites ship off Yemen
The ban follows a missile attack that ignited a cargo vessel off Yemen’s southern coast
Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Rafah as Hamas chief’s visits Cairo
The al-Farouk mosque was leveled, along with several houses
Envoy to discuss adjustments on France’s military role in Africa
France’s military presence in Africa is changing. Macron’s envoy discusses a “remodel” with Ivory Coast, potentially leading to troop cuts.
Turkey, Somalia team up to defend coastline, rebuild naval forces
Somalia’s navy receives a major boost through a new defense deal with Turkey, aiming to counter threats like piracy and Ethiopia’s sea access.
EU to Israel: Stop further Gaza war
EU ministers unite in condemning Israel’s potential offensive in Gaza’s Rafah, fearing disastrous consequences.
US demands Rwanda withdraw troops as M23 threatens Goma
US accuses Rwanda of fueling DR Congo conflict by backing M23 rebels, urging both sides to end violence displacing thousands.
Algeria’s Gaza ceasefire call sparks UN tension
Tension rises as the UN Security Council grapples with Algeria’s call for an immediate Gaza ceasefire.
Netanyahu greenlights limits on Palestinians to Al-Aqsa
Controversy surrounding Netanyahu’s decision to limit Palestinian access to Al-Aqsa Mosque in Ramadan.
Netanyahu ends Gaza truce talks, citing ‘delusional’ Hamas demands
Netanyahu asserted that such agreements should be achieved through direct negotiations without preconditions.
177 detained in Russia during Navalny memorial rallies, says rights group
Navalny, a 47-year-old former lawyer, tragically lost consciousness and died on Friday while at the “Polar Wolf” Arctic penal colony
Egyptian authorities deny shelters near Gaza amid Israeli attacks
Egypt’s State Information Service refutes claims, stating no plans for shelters near Gaza amid Israeli aggression.
US to host Kenya’s Ruto in May
Biden welcomes Kenyan President Ruto for a state visit, highlighting 60 years of partnership and boosting East African ties.
Egypt building enclosed area in Sinai for displaced Gazans: report
The camp, intended to receive over 100,000 people, is seen as a response to the potential forced displacement of Palestinians into the Sinai desert
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny dies in penal colony
Navalny, known for his outspoken criticism of President Vladimir Putin and allegations of widespread corruption, rose to fame over a decade ago