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At least 17 civilians killed in militant attack in northeast Nigeria
Edited By: Aya Selene At least 17 civilians were killed by Islamist militants in northeastern Nigeria while gathering firewood in a rural area, according to witnesses and local security sources. The attack occurred near the town of Gwoza in Borno State, a region that continues to face persistent threats from armed groups despite a strong […]
Central African Republic’s Special Criminal Court faces major test with Bozizé trial
Edited By: Aya Selene The Special Criminal Court in the Central African Republic is preparing to open one of the most significant trials in its history, as proceedings against former president François Bozizé are set to begin on June 16. The case, which includes charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity, represents the most […]
US soldier faces prison over leak of classified details tied to Maduro arrest
Edited By: Aminata Diallo A US Army soldier is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly using classified information related to a military operation to capture Nicolás Maduro for personal financial gain. According to the US Department of Justice, the soldier—identified as Gannon Ken Van Dyke—took advantage of sensitive intelligence obtained through his role in the […]
Germany unveils revamped military strategy with focus on Russia
Edited By: Tendai Zola Germany has introduced a revised military strategy placing Russia at the top of the list of threats facing both Germany and Europe, amid growing security concerns over the continent’s future. The updated doctrine, presented by Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, has reignited debate over whether Germany is truly prepared for a potential […]
UK and France lead international push to secure Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Sekou Kagné The United Kingdom and France have spearheaded a new international initiative aimed at protecting the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring its reopening to global trade once the war involving Iran subsides. Military planners from more than 44 countries gathered in London for a two-day conference at the UK’s Permanent Joint Headquarters […]
South Africa: President Ramaphosa suspends police chief amid corruption scandal
Edited By: Aya Selene South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed the country’s national police commissioner, Fannie Masemola, on precautionary suspension following his alleged involvement in a major corruption scandal. The decision comes in response to allegations linked to a $20 million public procurement contract in the health sector, which has shaken the country and […]
Russia’s rescue of hostages in Mali raises questions over its growing influence in the Sahel
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Russia has announced the rescue of two hostages in Mali—one Russian and one Ukrainian—in an operation that underscores Moscow’s expanding military presence in the Sahel region. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the two men had been held since July 2024 by Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, an armed group linked […]
Pope Leo XIV concludes controversial Africa tour with final mass in Equatorial Guinea
Edited By: Africa Eye Pope Leo XIV concluded his historic tour of Africa on Thursday with a final mass in Equatorial Guinea, bringing to an end one of the most debated papal visits in recent history. The farewell mass took place at a stadium in Malabo, where around 30,000 people had gathered before dawn despite […]
Train collision in Denmark leaves several injured near Copenhagen
Edited By: Africa Eye Several people were injured on Thursday following a collision between two trains in Denmark, approximately 40 kilometers north of Copenhagen, according to local authorities. In a statement, Danish police confirmed that the accident occurred between the towns of Hillerød and Kagerup, prompting a large-scale emergency response. Numerous police officers and rescue […]
Iran praises Pakistan’s mediation efforts amid Middle East ceasefire
Edited By: Tendai Zola Iran has expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, following the recent extension of a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington. A spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry commended Islamabad’s role in supporting efforts to end the conflict, speaking a day after Donald Trump announced the extension […]
Iran judiciary accuses Trump of spreading false claims over alleged protester executions
Edited By: Laila Abou Rabie Iran’s judiciary has accused Donald Trump of spreading “false claims” after he stated that Tehran had halted the execution of female protesters at his request. In a statement published by the judiciary’s official outlet, Mizan News Agency, Iranian authorities rejected the remarks, saying Trump had “achieved no real accomplishment” and […]
US Senate rejects resolution to end war with Iran for the fifth time
Edited By: Africa Eye The United States Senate has once again rejected a resolution aimed at halting military operations against Iran, marking the fifth such vote this year and underscoring continued support among Republicans for the policies of Donald Trump. The measure was voted down by 51 senators, including one Democrat, while 46 lawmakers — […]
Iran seizes two vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Africa Eye Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced on Wednesday that its naval forces had seized two vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors. According to a statement, the naval units of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps detected the two ships earlier in […]
DR Congo sees sharp surge in death sentences after lifting moratorium
Edited By: Sekou Kagné The number of death sentences in Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen dramatically since authorities lifted a long-standing moratorium on executions in 2024, according to a new report released by a human rights organization. For more than two decades, the country had maintained a de facto suspension of the death […]
Pakistan pushes for renewed US–Iran negotiations as ceasefire holds
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Pakistan has intensified diplomatic efforts to encourage the United States and Iran to resume peace talks, as hopes rise for a broader agreement following the recent extension of a fragile ceasefire. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed optimism that both sides could reach a comprehensive settlement, thanking Donald Trump for agreeing to […]