Global Affairs
Trump, Nigeria claim killing of IS second-in-command
Under US sanctions since 2023, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was the second-in-command of IS worldwide, according to US President Donald Trump and the two militaries.
Global Affairs
Global Affairs
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
The suspect, 31, has been identified by officials as an Italian national of Moroccan origin. Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the incident as "extremely serious".
Global Affairs
AU urges renewed dialogue after Somalia talks end without consensus
The African Union warned that failure to bridge the divide could further complicate Somalia’s fragile political transition and security efforts.
Global Affairs
Samia, Dangote explore $17bn refinery deal as Tanzania courts major investment expansion
The meeting focused on expanding collaboration in key sectors including energy, manufacturing, ports, natural gas, fertiliser production, and infrastructure development, as Tanzania positions itself as a region...
Global Affairs
Over 50 children kidnapped in coordinated school attacks in north-eastern Nigeria
Most of the missing children are aged between two and five years old, according to eyewitness accounts and school staff familiar with the incident.
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Trump says US, Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS leader in Africa operation
Trump did not provide details on when the raid took place or where the operation was carried out. However, he praised Nigeria for working closely with the United States in the fight against extremist groups ope...
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Six killed in southern Lebanon strike as ceasefire talks continue
The incident comes as the United States says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a shaky 45-day ceasefire following two days of talks in Washington DC. The US State Department announced the extension on Fr...
Africa
Africa CDC confirms new Ebola outbreak in Eastern DRC, 65 deaths reported
The continental health body warned that the outbreak could spread further due to several factors, including heavy movement of people in mining areas around Mongwalu, insecurity in affected regions, gaps in cont...
Global Affairs
UAE rejects Netanyahu claim of wartime meeting amid Iran conflict tensions
The UAE foreign ministry rejected the claims, saying they were “entirely unfounded” and stressing that relations with Israel are conducted through official and recognised diplomatic channels.
Africa
AU, UN push for stronger joint action on Africa conflicts and development
In a joint communiqué, the two leaders expressed concern over growing instability across parts of Africa and the wider world, citing armed conflicts, humanitarian emergencies, poverty, inequality and climate ch...
Global Affairs
Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping
The two leaders are expected to address a wide range of issues, including tariffs, competition in technology, the war linked to Iran, and Washington’s position on Taiwan.
East African Bloc
Somalia human rights Commission, EU hold talks on rights and institutional support
The discussions centered on shared priorities in advancing human rights protections, strengthening the rule of law, promoting inclusion, and supporting the Commission as it continues its establishment phase.