Russia deepens ties with Africa, new embassy in Burkina Faso
Russia’s embassy opening in Burkina Faso marks a new chapter in its Africa outreach, raising questions about strategic goals.
Gaza death toll approaches 20,700 amid ongoing Israeli assault
Health Ministry says 54,536 people injured in Israeli attacks since Oct. 7
WHO reports escalating hunger crisis in Israel besieged Gaza
WHO responds urgently, delivering aid to Gaza hospitals amidst a growing hunger crisis. Help is needed to ensure health and stability.
UN refugee agency reports 142 staff killed in Gaza since October 7
Majority of UNRWA employees killed with their families, UN agency says
Gaza government media office reports journalist fatalities reach 101
Journalist Ahmed Jamal Al-Madhoun killed in Israeli attack in northern Gaza, says media office
Inferno at Indonesia nickel plant: dozens killed, wounded
A deadly explosion has rocked a Chinese-funded nickel plant in Indonesia, leaving at least 12 people dead and 39 injured.
UN announces new truce between Yemen warring parties
The road map to peace in Yemen includes commitments to pay salaries, open routes, and resume oil exports.
Houthi attacks force oil tankers to take longer routes, disrupting shipping
Shippers are facing difficult choices as they balance the risks of traveling through the Red Sea with the costs of longer routes.
India, Germany aim to expand cooperation in Africa
India and Germany team up with Ethiopia and Madagascar for trilateral development projects, focusing on climate solutions and healthcare access in Africa.
UN resolution demands urgent humanitarian access amid Israeli invasion on Gaza
UN resolution navigates diplomatic challenges to address the Gaza crisis, securing expanded humanitarian access while facing US resistance to a cease-fire.
Somaliland pushes for int’l intervention as Red Sea piracy resurfaces
Somaliland seeks international cooperation to combat surging Red Sea piracy, stressing its impact on global trade and regional stability.
Prague university shooting leaves 15 dead, say police
President Petr Pavel decides to cut short France trip, Czech government will reportedly hold emergency meeting
French leadership fires intel chief after losing grip in Africa
French influence in Africa wanes, new DGSE chief Lerner tasked with countering Russia, US, regaining Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso.
Nigeria’s damages bill for collapsed gas deal thrown out by London court
Additionally, P&ID’s request to appeal against the decision was denied
Amnesty calls for probe into Israel’s forced Palestinian disappearances
Amnesty International presses for an urgent investigation into Israel’s treatment of Palestinian detainees, revealing reported deaths in military detention centers.
Burkina Faso arrests four French citizens on spying claims
Tensions escalate after Burkina Faso detains French citizens on espionage charges. France denies claims.
Africa, Caribbean unite on health equity, launch HeDPAC
Combating Covid’s impact on women and children, HeDPAC boosts primary healthcare in Africa and Caribbean cooperation.
UN reports 90% displacement of Gaza’s population due to Israeli strikes
Over 60% of Gaza’s infrastructure destroyed, damaged in Israeli attacks, UNRWA says
New law in Greece offers path to legality for undocumented Migrants
UN hails Greece’s new law on undocumented migrants as a positive step for both the economy and the protection of migrant rights.
Houthi attacks in Red Sea pose threat to global supply chain
Rising attacks on commercial vessels passing through Red Sea disrupt global maritime trade, force leading shipping companies to reroute
97 journalists killed by Israeli army since Oct 7, officials say
Last victim was Adel Zorob who was killed in Israeli overnight airstrikes on Rafah, southern Gaza
US initiates new task force in Red Sea after drone, missile strikes
International coalition formed to protect vital trade routes in Bab el-Mandeb Strait after Houthi missile strikes.
South Africa denounces Israel’s Gaza ‘genocide,’ urges actio...
Urgent efforts for peace unfold as South African President Ramaphosa labels the Gaza conflict “genocide,” advocating for an immediate global ceasefire.
Deadly clash at Paraguay prison, 10 killed
Authorities regain control of Paraguay prison after deadly clash with drug lord.