Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, are reportedly on the verge of finalising a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict that erupted 14 months ago during the Gaza war. The violence has claimed thousands of lives. Officials from both Israel and Lebanon expressed optimism on Tuesday about concluding the deal, which could…
President Bola Tinubu has conferred the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), one of Nigeria’s highest national honors, on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The presentation took place during a bilateral meeting at the State House in Abuja on Sunday. The honor was awarded to Prime Minister Modi in recognition of his…
The Ukrainian government recently reported the repatriation of 563 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers from Russia, emphasizing the continued recovery efforts amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia. The Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War confirmed the return, with the majority of the fallen soldiers’ bodies recovered from combat areas in the eastern Donetsk…
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized on Wednesday that Iran is “not seeking war” with Israel but warned of a stronger response if Israel retaliates to its missile attack. Speaking at a joint press conference in Doha with Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Pezeshkian said, “If Israel reacts, we will respond even more forcefully….
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday for bilateral discussions and a regional summit, aiming to rally Asian nations to counter what he described as “Israeli crimes” in the Middle East. This marks Pezeshkian’s first official visit to Qatar as president. During the trip, he condemned Israel for the assassination of Hamas…
Israeli forces have launched a targeted ground operation in Lebanon, aiming to intensify attacks on the Shi’a militant group Hezbollah. Described by Israeli military officials as a “limited, localised, and targeted” action, the invasion took place early Tuesday. Although initial reports suggest there have been no clashes yet, Israel has advised residents of approximately 25…
Tensions in the Middle East escalated dramatically on Tuesday as Iran fired hundreds of ballistic missiles at multiple locations across Israel, including the capital, Tel Aviv. While Israel’s Iron Dome defense system intercepted several of the missiles, reports indicate that many still hit densely populated areas. In an official statement, the Israeli military confirmed the…
United States Vice President and Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris is set to announce her running mate for the upcoming November elections on Monday, as she embarks on a tour of key battleground states. Harris aims to transform the enthusiasm surrounding her presidential campaign into lasting support to secure a victory. According to NDTV World,…
United States Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has agreed to Fox News’ request for a debate with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on September 4. Trump announced this decision on his Truth Social platform late on Friday. In his post, Trump stated, “I have agreed with FoxNews to debate Kamala Harris on Wednesday, September 4th.”…
Kinshasa, DR Congo Tragedy struck at a live concert in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday, leaving at least nine people dead and several others injured. Among the victims was a 10-year-old child, as confirmed by local media. Gospel singer and pastor Mike Kalambay was performing at the 80,000-seat Martyrs Stadium in Kinshasa when…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the US Congress has stirred significant controversy and demonstrations. Netanyahu expressed optimism regarding efforts to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. According to a Reuters report, his speech received a mixed reaction. Many Democratic lawmakers boycotted the address, voicing concern over the high civilian casualties and…
The death toll from two landslides in southern Ethiopia has risen to 229 as rescue efforts continue to locate survivors and victims. The first landslide, triggered by heavy rains in the remote Gofa Zone, occurred on Monday. It was quickly followed by a second landslide that buried rescuers who had gathered to assist, state officials…
Fifty-eight out of the 164 member states of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have expressed their support for a proposal from the African Group to endorse Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a second term as the organization’s Director-General. In a statement released by the WTO, the support was announced during the July 22 meeting of the WTO…
At least 50 bodies have been recovered following two catastrophic landslides in southern Ethiopia, according to local officials. The landslides struck the Gofa district in the South Ethiopia regional state after heavy rainfall on Sunday night. Rescue efforts took a tragic turn when a second landslide hit on Monday morning, resulting in the deaths of…
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump declared on Sunday that Vice President Kamala Harris would be easier to defeat in the upcoming November election compared to Democratic President Joe Biden, who announced earlier that day he would not seek re-election. Trump made these remarks on CNN shortly after Biden revealed his decision to step aside as…
The Supreme Court of Bangladesh has annulled the majority of quotas for government jobs, following extensive student-led protests that escalated into violent clashes, resulting in at least 139 deaths. Attorney General Amin Uddin announced that the Supreme Court’s Appellate Division overturned a lower court decision, ruling that 93% of government jobs should now be allocated…
Nigeria and South Africa have jointly called for an immediate ceasefire to halt the ongoing conflict in Sudan. Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ronald Lamola, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, issued the call after meeting on the sidelines of the African Union Executive Council in Accra. A…
Vietnam’s long-serving leader, Nguyen Phu Trong, has passed away at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness, ending a significant political era. The announcement follows recent reports that Mr. Trong had stepped back to focus on his health, delegating his duties to President To Lam. Nguyen Phu Trong served as the general secretary of…
Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as president of the European Commission after securing a decisive majority in a secret ballot conducted by Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). The vote, held in Strasbourg on Thursday, saw von der Leyen receive the support of 401 MEPs, surpassing the required threshold by 41 votes. Following…
A gunman and an audience member have died in a suspected assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The incident took place on Saturday evening. According to the Secret Service, the shooter fired “multiple shots” from an “elevated position outside of the rally venue.” The gunman was killed, and…
The three West African nations—Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—currently governed by military regimes, have signed a treaty signaling their commitment to a unified path independent of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which has been advocating for their return to democratic rule. The confederation treaty was finalized on Saturday during the inaugural summit…
The UK’s Labour Party is predicted to secure a landslide victory in Thursday’s general election, according to an exit poll. The poll indicates that Labour will win 410 seats, achieving a majority of 170, while the Conservatives are expected to drop to 131 seats, marking their worst performance ever. The Liberal Democrats are projected to…
The European Union has awarded postgraduate scholarships to 142 young Nigerians through its Erasmus educational program, according to the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Samuela Isopi. During an orientation program in Abuja for the awardees, Ms. Isopi announced that the beneficiaries have been admitted to various European universities to study courses such as…
Justice Juan Merchan of a New York court has delayed the sentencing of Donald Trump to September 18, following a motion by Trump’s lawyers to contest his conviction. Initially, Trump was set to be sentenced on July 11. However, Justice Merchan announced on Tuesday that he would rule on the motions by September 6. Should…
The Israeli army has issued a mass evacuation order for Palestinians in much of Khan Younis, indicating a potential new ground offensive in Gaza Strip’s second-largest city. According to AP News, this move suggests that Khan Younis will become the latest focus of Israeli raids as they target regrouping Hamas militants in previously invaded areas…
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Arequipa, Peru’s second most populated city, resulting in injuries but no reported fatalities. David Aponte, Chief of Disaster Risk Management and National Defense at the Ministry of Health, reported three minor injuries on local radio station RPP. Subsequently, the Ministry of Health confirmed that five additional injured individuals were…
The United States, Britain, and France clashed with Russia at the United Nations Security Council on Friday, accusing Moscow of violating an arms embargo on North Korea by using missiles and munitions from Pyongyang in its conflict with Ukraine. Russia’s U.N. Ambassador, Vassily Nebenzia, dismissed the accusations as “completely false.” The council meeting followed a…
Bolivian authorities have arrested General Juan José Zúñiga, a key figure in an attempted coup, just hours after soldiers stormed the presidential palace in La Paz. Gen. Zúñiga was removed from his position on Tuesday following his incendiary remarks about Bolivia’s former president, Evo Morales. The rebel leader declared his intention to “restructure democracy” and,…
Bolivian President Luis Arce has called for the respect of democracy following reports of soldiers moving into central La Paz. An armored vehicle collided with the presidential palace, and soldiers allegedly stormed the building in La Paz. Former President Evo Morales warned of a looming coup, accusing General Juan José Zúñiga of orchestrating a power…
Protesters breached police lines and forcefully entered Kenya’s parliament complex, sparking chaos and prompting a swift response from security forces. Live footage broadcasted on local television showed smoke emanating from a section of the parliament building, indicating a fire had broken out. Reports from the scene indicated clashes between demonstrators and police resulted in injuries,…
President Joe Biden has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump over abortion rights on the second anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Biden expressed his disapproval of Trump’s influence on the court’s decision. “Two years ago today, Donald Trump’s…
