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IMF, World Bank face pressure to increase climate change financing

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 […]

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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 […]

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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, […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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. […]

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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 […]