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Spain’s Sanchez urges EU to end partnership agreement with Israel
Edited By: Africa Eye Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called on the European Union to terminate its partnership agreement with Israel, citing concerns over violations of international law. In a message posted on the social media platform X on Sunday, Sánchez stated that it was time for the European Union to reconsider its […]
Injuries reported in shooting at U.S. university
Edited By: Aminata Diallo A shooting incident at the University of Iowa in the Midwestern United States left several people injured, prompting a police investigation. The university said in a statement published shortly after 2:00 a.m. local time that emergency crews were on site and confirmed that injuries had occurred. It urged the public to […]
Tehran rejects any restriction on its nuclear rights amid tensions with Washington
Edited By: Tendai Zola Iran has reiterated its refusal to be deprived of what it considers its legitimate nuclear rights, as tensions persist with the United States over the nuclear file. According to Iranian media, President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Sunday that U.S. President Donald Trump has no justification for denying Iran its nuclear rights. […]
North Korea launches ballistic missiles in latest show of military strength
Edited By: Africa Eye North Korea launched several ballistic missiles toward waters off its eastern coast on Sunday, according to South Korea and Japan, in the latest demonstration of its growing military capabilities. The launches mark the seventh ballistic missile test carried out by Pyongyang this year and the fourth since early April, reflecting an […]
Iran’s “Surviving Arsenal”: What Military Capabilities Remain After Weeks of Conflict
Edited By: Tendai Zola Despite weeks of intense military confrontation, Iran is believed to retain significant military capabilities, according to a report by The New York Times citing U.S. intelligence and defense officials. The report suggests that operations led by the United States and Israel have not fully neutralized what analysts describe as Iran’s “geographical […]
Pope Leo XIV’s Africa Tour and the Politics of Influence
By: Anwar El Mourjani Pope Leo XIV’s tour of Africa, with recent stops in Cameroon and Angola, extends well beyond a pastoral visit. It reflects a use of moral authority at a time when the continent has become a space of overlapping political, economic and religious influences. By addressing issues such as corruption, youth […]
Colombia’s President Warns of Latin American “Rebellion” Against U.S. Pressure
Edited By: Africa Eye Gustavo Petro has warned that increasing pressure from United States on Latin American leaders could trigger a broader regional backlash against Washington’s influence. In an interview with the Spanish newspaper El País, the Colombian president criticized sanctions imposed by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, describing them as a […]
Cameroon: Pope Leo XIV Addresses Youth in Douala
Edited By: Tendai Zola In Douala, Pope Leo XIV called on young people to reject corruption and commit to the common good, as he led a mass attended by thousands during his visit to Cameroon. The pontiff’s visit to the country’s economic capital was dedicated to engaging with youth, a central focus of his African […]
ICJ at 80: Guterres Warns of Eroding International Law
Edited By: Sekou Kagné UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned of a growing erosion of international law, marking the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. Speaking before international officials, Guterres highlighted an increase in violations of international law worldwide, pointing to major conflicts that continue to test the global […]
Russian Analyst: Europe Quietly Drifts Away as the U.S. Needs It More Than It Thinks
Edited By: Tendai Zola A senior Russian analyst has pointed to growing strains in transatlantic relations, suggesting that Europe is increasingly distancing itself from the United States—albeit cautiously—while Washington remains more dependent on the alliance than it acknowledges. In an opinion piece, Timofei Bordachev, head of the Valdai Discussion Club program, argued that the United […]
“Not Our War”: Britain Walks a Political Tightrope in the Middle East Crisis
Edited By: Tendai Zola In a moment of heightened regional tension, the United Kingdom finds itself navigating a delicate balance between safeguarding its strategic interests and avoiding deeper military involvement in the Middle East conflict . At the heart of the debate in London lies a central question: how to protect energy security and freedom […]
Trump Thanks Iran for Reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Africa Eye U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday expressed his appreciation to Iran following its announcement to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “Iran has just announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for complete passage… thank you.” […]
UK Prepares for Possible Food Shortages Amid Prolonged Hormuz Disruption
Edited By: Sekou Kagné The United Kingdom is preparing contingency plans to address potential food shortages if the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz continues, according to a report published by The Times. Government officials are reportedly concerned about a possible shortage of carbon dioxide (CO₂), a critical component in the food industry. The gas […]
China Eyes Strategic Balance Ahead of Trump Visit to Beijing
Edited By: Tendai Zola China is stepping up diplomatic efforts to contain the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, while carefully navigating a delicate geopolitical balance ahead of a planned summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. Analysts suggest that the anticipated meeting, expected in mid-May, is shaping Beijing’s cautious approach to the Middle East conflict. As […]
40 Countries Discuss Potential Military Mission in the Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Around 40 countries gathered on Friday for a high-level meeting co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer to reaffirm their commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and upholding international law. The meeting, held in Paris, brought together key leaders including Friedrich Merz and Giorgia Meloni, alongside […]