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Gold Dips but Maintains Weekly Gains Amid Dollar Strength
Edited By : Aminata Diallo Gold prices declined on Friday under pressure from a stronger U.S. dollar and continued uncertainty surrounding a potential ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Despite the pullback, the precious metal remained on track to post weekly gains for the third consecutive week, supported by growing expectations of earlier and […]
Five-Day Window: Trump Moves to Restrain Israel’s Lebanon Escalation
Edited By: Africa Eye Diplomatic and military dynamics are increasingly intertwined as attention shifts to Islamabad, where critical U.S.-Iran negotiations are underway, while tensions continue to rise on the Lebanese front amid intensified Israeli strikes and rapid political maneuvering. The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly seeking to enforce de-escalation in order to support ongoing […]
China Praises North Korea’s “Achievements” Amid U.S. Pressure
Edited By: Africa Eye Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has praised North Korea’s recent “achievements,” despite what he described as ongoing efforts by the United States and its Western allies to isolate and pressure the country. His remarks come as Beijing seeks to strengthen ties with Pyongyang. According to North Korea’s state news agency, Wang […]
Oil firms urge U.S. to block Iran’s proposed transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Major U.S. and Western oil companies have begun lobbying the White House to block any agreement that would allow Iran to impose transit fees on vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting a new point of tension emerging alongside ceasefire negotiations between Washington and Tehran. According to reports, industry executives have […]
France Accuses Hungary of “Betrayal” Over Alleged Intelligence Leak to Russia
Edited By: Aya Selene France has accused Hungary of “betrayal” following investigative reports suggesting that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó shared sensitive information with Russia. According to a consortium of Eastern European investigative media outlets, including The Insider, VSquare, and Delfi, the Hungarian minister allegedly provided Moscow with what was described as a “direct line” […]
Iran Signals Presence of Naval Mines in the Strait of Hormuz
Edited By: Africa Eye Iranian semi-official news agencies published a map on Thursday indicating that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had deployed naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing conflict. The move appears to carry a political message, potentially aimed at increasing pressure on the United States, amid uncertainty surrounding the […]
Russia and Ukraine Exchange Remains of Fallen Soldiers
Edited By: Africa Eye Ukraine announced on Thursday that Russia had handed over the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in combat, in what remains one of the few areas of cooperation between the two countries amid ongoing conflict. According to Ukraine’s coordination center for prisoners of war, the remains were returned following an […]
Kenya: Rise in Extrajudicial Killings Highlights Crisis of Trust in Justice System
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Incidents of extrajudicial killings—commonly referred to locally as “mob justice”—are increasing in Kenya, reflecting a deepening lack of public trust in formal justice institutions. In many cases, residents take matters into their own hands, punishing individuals suspected of theft or assault through beatings or public lynching. According to testimonies reported from […]
Nigeria: Over 40 Killed in Suspected Jihadist Attacks in the Northwest
Edited By: Africa Eye More than 40 people are reported to have been killed since the beginning of the week in a series of attacks targeting remote villages in northwestern Nigeria, according to testimonies from residents and local officials. The assaults, which began on Sunday evening, affected at least eight communities in Kebbi State as […]
Trump’s Apocalyptic Threats Spark Backlash and Calls for Removal in the United State
Edited By: Africa Eye Recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump have triggered strong reactions across the American political landscape, with criticism coming from both Democratic figures and some conservative voices. The controversy follows a series of remarks in which Trump issued escalating threats related to Iran, including a statement suggesting that “an entire […]
Reviving the TAZARA Railway: Investment Opportunity or China’s Strategic Tool in Africa?
Edited By: Africa Eye Major Chinese corporations have announced a $1.24 billion investment to modernize the historic TAZARA railway, which links Zambia’s copper-rich regions to the port of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania on the Indian Ocean. The project involves leading Chinese mining firms, including CMOC Group and Zijin Mining, alongside the state-owned engineering company […]
China Welcomes Middle East Ceasefire Agreement
Edited By: Africa Eye China expressed support on Wednesday for the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran, describing it as a positive step toward easing tensions in the Middle East. Speaking during a regular press briefing in Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China “welcomes the announcement by the […]
Iraq Reopens Airspace and Airports Following Suspension
Edited By: Africa Eye Iraq’s Civil Aviation Authority announced on Wednesday the reopening of the country’s airspace and all airports, marking a return to normal air traffic operations after a period of disruption. In an official statement cited by the state news agency INA, the authority confirmed that “as of today, the airspace and all […]
Is a Decisive Moment Approaching? Between Tension, Diplomacy, and U.S. Threats
Edited By: Africa Eye The ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict has placed the international system under significant strain, testing global power balances and the ability of diplomatic efforts to contain escalating tensions. According to Libyan political analyst Idriss Ahmid, the situation reflects a broader crisis in the current international order, despite multiple mediation attempts. Ahmid notes that […]
Ceasefire Between Washington and Tehran: Key Details of the Two-Week Truce
Edited By: Africa Eye The United States and Iran agreed overnight Tuesday to Wednesday on a two-week ceasefire, in what appears to be a last attempt to prevent a broader escalation of the conflict, following warnings of large-scale destruction issued by U.S. President Donald Trump. The agreement sets the stage for potential negotiations, although both […]