Author: Widad Widad wahbi
Suspect in White House Dinner Incident Appears in Court
Edited By:Africa Eye The suspect accused of attempting to attack officials during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner is set to appear in federal court, following a security incident that authorities believe may have targeted senior U.S. leadership. The individual, identified by U.S. media as Cole Thomas Allen, 31, is scheduled to face a federal judge […]
Iran Offers to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Without Nuclear Deal
Edited By: Africa Eye Iran has reportedly proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz without linking the move to a broader nuclear agreement, in an effort to ease escalating regional tensions. According to regional officials familiar with the proposal, Tehran signaled its willingness to lift restrictions on the strategic waterway independently of negotiations over its nuclear […]
US Receives Written Iranian Messages Outlining Key Red Lines
Edited By: Aya Selene The United States has reportedly received written messages from Iran outlining key red lines, amid stalled diplomatic efforts between the two countries. According to Iranian media reports, Tehran conveyed its positions through Pakistan, highlighting critical issues such as its nuclear program and control over the Strait of Hormuz. The messages were […]
Burundi’s President Ndayishimiye Named Ruling Party Candidate for 2027 Election
Edited By: Africa Eye Burundi’s ruling party has officially nominated President Évariste Ndayishimiye as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election, in a move widely expected by political observers. The announcement was made following an extraordinary national congress of the CNDD-FDD, which confirmed Ndayishimiye as the party’s nominee for the upcoming vote. The exact date […]
Russian Withdrawal and Escalation Near Bamako Mark Rising Tensions in Mali
Edited By: Aya Selene Tuareg rebels have announced a Russian withdrawal from northern Mali, while fighting has intensified near the capital Bamako following coordinated attacks across the country. According to statements from Tuareg leaders, an agreement has been reached allowing Russian personnel affiliated with the Africa Corps to withdraw from the city of Kidal, which […]
Who Is the Suspect in the Washington Hilton Shooting?
Edited By: Africa Eye U.S. authorities have identified the suspect in the shooting incident near the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner as 31-year-old Cole Thomas Allen. According to American media reports, Allen is a resident of Torrance, California. Sources cited by CNN described him as a teacher and video game developer, while […]
Iranian Markets Hold Steady as Prices Rise Two Weeks into U.S. Blockade
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Two weeks after a U.S. naval blockade on Iran, markets across the country continue to function, though rising prices and concerns over future shortages are beginning to weigh on consumers and traders. Despite the restrictions, basic goods remain available in Iranian markets. However, reports from Tehran indicate that prices have increased […]
From Pennsylvania to the White House Dinner: Assassination Attempts Targeting Trump
Edited By: Africa Eye U.S. President Donald Trump has faced multiple assassination attempts and security threats in recent years, reflecting heightened political tensions and security challenges across the United States. The latest incident occurred during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, where the president was evacuated after reports of gunfire at the venue. According […]
Tanzania: Acknowledgment Without Resolution
By: Anwar El Mourjani Tanzania’s effort to address the legacy of its 2025 post-election violence has entered a new phase, marked by official recognition that does not fully resolve underlying disputes. A government-appointed commission of inquiry has, for the first time, established a detailed account of the human toll: at least 518 people killed […]
Iran Executes Man Convicted of Carrying Out Mossad-Linked Operation
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Iranian authorities have executed a man convicted of carrying out an operation on behalf of Israel’s intelligence agency, according to the country’s judiciary. The judiciary’s official outlet, Mizan, reported on Saturday that the individual, identified as Erfan Kiani, was executed by hanging after the Supreme Court upheld his death sentence. According […]
King Charles Visits Washington, Balancing Legacy and Political Tensions
Edited By: Aya Selene King Charles III is set to begin an official visit to the United States, facing the dual challenge of living up to the legacy of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, while navigating complex political tensions with Washington. The visit, scheduled to last four days and include stops in Washington, New York, […]
Lavrov Accuses US of Seeking Control Over Global Energy Markets
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the United States of seeking to dominate global energy markets, criticizing what he described as a departure from established international norms and an increasingly assertive foreign policy. In an interview broadcast on Russian state television on Friday, Lavrov argued that Washington is reshaping global […]
US Justice Department Calls for Use of Firing Squad, Electrocution and Gas Executions
Edited By: Africa Eye The U.S. Department of Justice has called for the adoption of alternative execution methods, including firing squads, electrocution, and gas inhalation, as part of a broader effort to reinforce the federal death penalty system. In a report released Friday, the Department cited ongoing difficulties in obtaining drugs required for lethal injection, […]
Kenya Court of Appeal Overturns Ruling Recognizing Abortion Rights
Edited By: Africa Eye Kenya’s Court of Appeal has overturned a previous ruling that had recognized access to abortion as a constitutional right, marking a significant shift in the country’s legal stance on reproductive rights. In its decision issued on Friday, the appellate court held that abortion violates the unborn child’s right to life as […]
Protocol Error: Washington Welcomes British King with Australian Flags
Edited By: Aya Selene A protocol error briefly marred preparations for King Charles III’s upcoming visit to Washington, as Australian flags were mistakenly displayed near the White House instead of British ones. According to officials from the District of Columbia’s Department of Transportation, around 15 Australian flags were installed on Friday among more than 230 […]