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Russia to impose phased restrictions on Telegram over alleged legal breaches
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Russian authorities said on Tuesday that they will introduce “progressive restrictions” on the messaging app Telegram, accusing it of failing to comply with national legislation and to adequately prevent its use for criminal and terrorist activities. In a statement carried by Russian news agencies, the country’s telecommunications watchdog Roskomnadzor said that […]
Canadian mining firm reports deaths of employees kidnapped in Mexico
Edited By: Aminata Diallo A Canadian mining company has announced the deaths of several of its employees who were abducted in Sinaloa, a region of Mexico that has been gripped by sustained violence linked to rival drug trafficking groups. In a statement released on Monday, Vizsla Silver said it had been informed by multiple families […]
Mauritius Welcomes Trump’s Shift on the Chagos Archipelago
Edited By: Sekou Kagné The government of Mauritius has welcomed a shift in position by U.S. President Donald Trump on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, after he previously dismissed an agreement on restoring Mauritian sovereignty over the islands as a “major mistake.” In a message published on his Truth Social platform on Thursday, February […]
Somalia and Saudi Arabia Sign Military Cooperation Agreement
Edited By: Tendai Zola Somalia and Saudi Arabia have signed a military and defence cooperation agreement, a move that comes amid intensifying regional rivalries and the growing strategic importance of the Horn of Africa. In a statement published on Monday on the X platform, Somalia’s Ministry of Defence announced that Defence Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi […]
Corruption as System: How Power and Impunity Converge in Iran
Edited By: Anwar El Mourjani Behind the walls of Iran’s prisons, courts, and financial institutions, corruption has evolved into a system rather than an exception. Over the past decade, leaks, court records, and insider testimonies have revealed how elements within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have converted state authority into a tool for private enrichment. […]
Denmark Uses AI App to Boycott U.S. Goods Amid Greenland Tensions
Edited By: Aminata Diallo Denmark has turned to technology in its growing dispute with the United States, as a new artificial intelligence–powered mobile application is being used to help consumers boycott American products. The initiative reflects rising public anger in Denmark over repeated statements by U.S. President Donald Trump expressing his desire to annex Greenland. […]
Ethiopia and Eritrea Trade Accusations as Tensions Rise in the Horn of Africa
Edited By: Tendai Zola A sharp war of words has escalated between Ethiopia and Eritrea, raising fears of renewed conflict in the Horn of Africa after Addis Ababa demanded the immediate withdrawal of Eritrean forces from Ethiopian territory. In a statement titled “False accusations serving hidden agendas,” Eritrea’s Ministry of Information on Monday dismissed Ethiopian […]
Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader to Face Military Court Over Coup Allegations
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Guinea-Bissau’s opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira is scheduled to appear before a military court on February 13, facing charges linked to alleged coup attempts, according to judicial and military sources. Sources close to the court, speaking on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said Pereira is suspected of involvement in activities […]
Suspect in Shooting of Senior Russian Intelligence Officer Arrested in Dubai
Edited By: Tendai Zola A suspect in the shooting of a senior Russian military intelligence officer has been arrested in Dubai and extradited to Russia, the Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Sunday. According to the FSB, the suspect—described as a Ukrainian-born Russian man in his sixties—was detained after fleeing to the United Arab Emirates […]
Iran Arrests Three Reformist Figures, Says Fars News Agency
Edited By: Sekou Kagné Iranian authorities have arrested three prominent figures associated with the country’s reformist camp, according to the semi-official Fars News Agency. The agency reported on Sunday that Azar Mansouri, Ebrahim Asgharzadeh, and Mohsen Aminzadeh had been taken into custody by security forces. According to Fars, the three detainees face several charges, including […]
Mexico Sends Two Navy Ships with Humanitarian Aid to Cuba
Edited By: Aya Selene The Mexican government announced on Sunday the departure of two navy vessels carrying humanitarian aid to Cuba, as part of efforts to support the island’s population amid ongoing economic hardship. According to official sources, more than 814 tonnes of food supplies were loaded onto the ships, which set sail from the […]
Ghana and Zambia Scrap Visas to Boost Trade and Investment
Edited By: Aya Selene Ghana and Zambia have agreed to abolish travel visa requirements between the two countries in a move aimed at boosting trade, investment, and the movement of people and services. The decision was announced at the conclusion of a three-day official visit to Zambia by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama. The visit […]
Trump Calls for National Prayer Rally to “Reconsecrate America to God”
Edited By: Aminata Diallo U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a national prayer gathering scheduled for May 17 in Washington, calling on Americans to “reconsecrate America to God” amid heightened political and social tensions across the country. Speaking on Thursday during the annual National Prayer Breakfast in the U.S. capital, Trump invited citizens from across […]
Scientists Identify First Known Hybrid of Neanderthals and Denisovans
Edited By: Tendai Zola Scientists have uncovered compelling evidence of interbreeding between ancient human species following the discovery of the remains of a 13-year-old girl in Siberia’s Denisova Cave. Nicknamed “Denny,” the girl lived around 90,000 years ago and is the only known individual whose parents belonged to two distinct human groups: a Neanderthal mother […]
South Africa Begins Local Production of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccines
Edited By: Africa Eye South African authorities have described the delivery of locally produced vaccines against foot-and-mouth disease as a “major milestone,” marking the first domestic production of such vaccines in nearly two decades. The handover took place on Friday amid growing concerns over a possible new outbreak of the disease. The initial batch consists […]