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Trump–Pope Clash Escalates into Unprecedented Political and Religious Dispute
Edited By: Sekou Kagné A growing war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV has evolved into an unusual confrontation that extends beyond politics, raising concerns about potential domestic repercussions in the United States. The dispute intensified after the Pope publicly criticized U.S. policies on immigration, Venezuela, and the war involving […]
World Bank Warns of Growing Global Jobs Crisis Amid War Pressures
Edited By: Africa Eye The World Bank has warned that a global jobs crisis is emerging as one of the most serious long-term economic risks, even as governments and markets remain focused on the immediate impact of conflict in the Middle East. According to data cited by Reuters, the global economy is facing a structural […]
Italy Suspends Renewal of Military Cooperation Agreement with Israel
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Italy has announced the suspension of the automatic renewal of its defense cooperation agreement with Israel, citing ongoing conflicts in the region. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated during an event in Verona that the government had decided to halt the renewal of the agreement in light of the current situation. […]
China’s Early 2026 Economic Recovery Faces Risks from Hormuz Crisis
Edited By: Aya Selene China entered 2026 with initial economic momentum driven by exports, but growing pressures linked to the Middle East conflict are threatening to undermine this recovery over the rest of the year. According to estimates reported by Reuters, the early-year improvement may prove short-lived as rising energy costs and weakening global demand […]
Gold Prices Rise on Lower Oil and Easing U.S.-Iran Tensions
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Gold prices moved higher on Tuesday after reaching their lowest level in nearly a week, supported by declining oil prices and easing global inflation concerns. Spot gold rose by 0.6% to $4,768.19 per ounce, while U.S. futures for June delivery gained 0.5% to $4,790.70. The rebound was largely driven by a […]
Trump Signals Potential Shift Toward Cuba After Iran
Edited By: Tendai Zola U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Washington could turn its attention to Cuba after addressing the situation with Iran. Speaking to reporters, Trump stated that many Cuban Americans had been subjected to “serious mistreatment,” adding that some had relatives who were killed or assaulted. He described Cuba as a […]
U.S. Dismisses Immigration Judges Amid Disputes Over Deportation Cases
Edited By: Aminata Diallo The administration of Donald Trump has dismissed several immigration judges, including two who had blocked efforts to deport pro-Palestinian students, according to the National Association of Immigration Judges. The association reported that six judges were removed earlier last week, followed by three more on Good Friday. It added that the total […]
Saudi Arabia and Iran Discuss Developments Following U.S.-Iran Talks
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Saudi Arabia and Iran have held discussions on recent developments following peace negotiations between Tehran and Washington, according to official sources. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call on Monday from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency. During the call, both […]
China Denies Allegations of Supplying Weapons to Iran
Edited By: Aya Selene China has dismissed reports alleging that it supplied or planned to supply weapons to Iran, describing such claims as “baseless accusations.” Speaking on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun rejected the allegations reported by several media outlets citing U.S. intelligence sources. He stated that China has consistently maintained a “prudent […]
Trump Weighs Limited Strikes on Iran After Collapse of Talks
Edited By: Sekou Kagné U.S. President Donald Trump is considering resuming limited military strikes against Iran, alongside a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, as part of efforts to break the deadlock in ongoing tensions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Citing officials and sources familiar with the matter, the report […]
Nigeria Airstrikes Against Boko Haram Leave Dozens Dead in Yobe State
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Airstrikes carried out by the Nigerian Army in northeastern Nigeria have resulted in heavy casualties in Yobe State, according to local sources and human rights organizations. The strikes, conducted on Saturday, were reportedly aimed at fighters from the jihadist group Boko Haram. However, initial reports suggest that the human toll may […]
U.S. Announces Naval Blockade Targeting Iranian Ports
Edited By: Aminata Diallo The U.S. Central Command has announced the implementation of a naval blockade targeting maritime traffic to Iranian ports, set to take effect on Monday at 14:00 GMT. According to a statement published on the platform X, the measure will prohibit all vessels from entering or leaving Iranian ports located in […]
Pakistan Between Mediation and Alignment
By: Anwar El Mourjani When the United States and Iran agreed to a tentative two-week ceasefire in early April, the announcement came from Islamabad rather than from Washington, Tehran or New York. Pakistan had spent weeks facilitating exchanges between competing capitals and regional actors seeking to avoid further escalation. For a country often associated […]
Kenya–France Defense Pact Signals Strategic Shift in Africa
Edited By: Aya Selene Kenya has ratified a defense cooperation agreement with France, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and reflecting broader geopolitical shifts in Africa. The Kenyan parliament approved the agreement on April 9, formalizing a deal signed in October 2025 between Kenya and France. The move follows the arrival of […]
Ethiopians Mark Easter Amid Economic Hardship
Edited By: Africa Eye In Ethiopia, Easter celebrations are taking place this year under difficult economic conditions, as fuel shortages and rising prices continue to affect daily life for many citizens. In Addis Ababa, where millions of Christians observed Good Friday, festivities have been more subdued than usual. The celebrations precede Fasika, Ethiopia’s Easter holiday, […]