Top officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank are under scrutiny as they join economic leaders in a two-day summit in Paris to address the interconnected challenges of poverty alleviation and climate change. Hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, the summit aims to refocus the global financial architecture to effectively tackle […]
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Ukraine’s ground perspective on counter-offensive
As Ukraine’s counter-offensive surpasses one week, Kyiv reports modest gains in its struggle to reclaim territory from entrenched Russian forces. Eight settlements have been liberated in cautious initial moves, marking the beginning of a challenging fight against Russian strongholds. Although the extent of Ukraine’s progress remains uncertain, its ally, Britain, acknowledges that both sides are […]
Refugee team flag bearer from Iran shines at European games
Kasra Mehdipournejad, a taekwondo specialist and a refugee from Iran, is set to make his mark as the flag bearer for the Refugee Team at the European Games. It has been six years since he last saw his Iranian parents and siblings, who encouraged him to stay in Germany. With the Games in Poland about […]
Military junta in Mali lodges formal complaint of ‘espionage’ against UN mission
Military junta in Mali lodges formal complaint of ‘espionage’ against UN mission Mali’s ruling junta has lodged a complaint of “espionage” against the United Nations’ peacekeeping mission following a report that revealed the massacre of hundreds of individuals by Malian troops and their allies last year. In a social media statement released on Tuesday, the […]
Nigeria qualifies for Africa Cup of Nations
In a thrilling encounter on Sunday, Nigeria secured their place in the finals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Sierra Leone. Victor Osimhen’s brace and a last-minute goal by Kelechi Iheanacho sealed the Super Eagles’ qualification. Joining the host nation Ivory Coast, defending champions Senegal, Algeria, Burkina Faso, Egypt, […]
Rower ends EU tour to expose waterway pollution
A courageous explorer concluded an independent rowing expedition across Europe on Sunday, with the purpose of exposing the pollution plaguing the continent’s waterways. Covering a vast distance from Warsaw to Paris, the determined 58-year-old Frenchman embarked on a challenging journey along 22 different rivers and canals, spanning five countries. Throughout his remarkable 48-day odyssey, Christophe […]
Uruguay abandons plan to melt, recast Nazi bronze
Uruguayan authorities have decided to reverse their previous plans to melt down a bronze eagle recovered from a sunken Nazi ship and transform it into a symbol of peace, according to President Luis Lacalle Pou’s announcement on Sunday. The bronze eagle, a significant artifact weighing 350 kilograms (771 pounds) and holding a swastika in its […]
UN to adopt historic high seas treaty to protect marine ecosystems
The United Nations has disclosed a plan to adopt the world’s first international treaty aimed at safeguarding the high seas, marking a significant milestone in environmental protection and the preservation of remote ecosystems crucial to humanity. Liz Karan, from the NGO Pew Charitable Trusts, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “It will be a tremendous achievement, which […]
African asylum seekers in Cyprus find hope in Music of Gambian artist
In the bustling streets of Nicosia, the sound of African drums resonates each week, offering Ibrahim Kamara a momentary respite from his challenging asylum journey. Kamara, a 29-year-old musician from The Gambia, arrived in Cyprus five years ago with nothing, joining the ranks of other migrants seeking refuge on the Mediterranean island. In the initial […]
Uganda school attack leaves 41 dead, sparking fear, grief
In a devastating act of violence, militants launched a brutal attack on a school in western Uganda, resulting in the death of at least 41 people, predominantly students. Families are mourning the loss of their loved ones, while others desperately search for missing family members in the aftermath of this tragic event, which marks the […]
Kosovo tensions escalate, NATO reaffirms peacekeepers’ commitment
Amid mounting tensions and the detention of three Kosovo police officers by Serbia, NATO emphasized the resolute dedication of its KFOR peacekeeping force to its responsibilities in Kosovo. NATO spokesperson Oana Lungescu stated, “The unwavering commitment of NATO KFOR to fulfill its mandate is evident through the recent deployment of an additional 500 troops.” In […]
Ramaphosa urges Putin to resolve Ukraine conflict through diplomacy
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed a clear message to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. The message on Saturday emphasized the urgent need to halt the ongoing fighting in Ukraine. Ramaphosa’s delegation, representing seven African countries, presented a set of principles aimed at resolving the conflict, which the Kremlin deemed challenging to implement. The […]
Deadly militant attack at Ugandan school claims 41 lives
Officials have confirmed 41 casualties as militants linked to Islamic State attacked Ugandan school In a devastating assault on a school in western Uganda, militants associated with the Islamic State group ruthlessly killed at least 41 individuals, the majority of whom were students. This tragic incident marks the deadliest attack in the country in over […]
Malian Junta conducts referendum on new constitution
On Sunday, Malian citizens will participate in a vote to pass judgment on the constitution proposed by the ruling junta, raising speculation about the ambitions of the country’s authoritarian leader to seek election. Following a decade of instability marked by jihadist insurgencies and political and economic crises, the West African nation has been under military […]
Famed Pentagon Papers whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg dies at 92
Daniel Ellsberg, the famed whistleblower responsible for leaking the classified “Pentagon Papers” that exposed the truth about the Vietnam War, passed away at the age of 92, according to an announcement made by his family. Ellsberg, who worked as a military analyst, released thousands of documents to the US media in 1971, revealing a series […]
Putin declares end of “ugly Neo-Colonialism”
President Vladimir Putin declared the end of “neo-colonialism” in global politics and commended Russia’s economic strategy after strained relations with the West. Speaking at an annual economic forum in Saint Petersburg, which has seen diminished participation since Russia’s intervention in Ukraine in February 2022 and subsequent severe sanctions imposed by the West, Putin emphasized the […]
Mali calls for immediate termination of UN mission
On Friday, Mali’s foreign minister made a plea to the UN Security Council, calling for the prompt withdrawal of the peacekeeping mission in his country. He criticized the mission for its perceived failure to effectively address security challenges. The military rulers of Mali have progressively imposed limitations on peacekeepers and recently severed the country’s longstanding […]
Trip to China aims at ‘avoiding miscalculations’ — Blinken
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed his intention to visit China in order to foster improved communication, address misperceptions, and prevent any misjudgments. Recognizing the intense competition between the United States and China, Blinken emphasized the importance of sustained diplomacy to ensure that competition remains peaceful and does not escalate into confrontation or conflict. […]
Canada court upholds pact on returning asylum seekers to US
Canada’s Supreme Court has upheld an immigration agreement that permits authorities to deny entry to asylum seekers arriving from the United States. The Safe Third Country Agreement, established in 2004, states that asylum seekers must submit their applications in the first safe country they reach after leaving their country of origin. According to a report, […]
NATO aims to strengthen ties with Ukraine at summit, no membership offer
According to the The North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO) Secretary-General, Jens Stoltenberg, the alliance will enhance political connections with Ukraine during an upcoming summit, but discussions regarding a membership invitation for Kyiv will not be on the agenda. Stoltenberg stated, “At the Vilnius Summit, we will not be discussing an invitation, but rather how we can […]