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ICJ Orders Israel To ‘Immediately Halt’ Rafah Offensive
The International Court of Justice also ruled Israel must keep open the key Rafah crossing for unhindered humanitarian aid and urged the unconditional release of hostages taken by Hamas during its October 7 assault.Israel had argued before the court that an order to stop military activity would give free rein to Hamas extremists and prevent […]
Biden welcomes Kenya’s leader as US under pressure in Africa
This is an opportunity for President Joe Biden to demonstrate commitment to Africa at a time when Washington appears to be playing catch-up in its engagement with the continent.But relations with other African allies are under strain, as strategic rivals including Russia and China challenge traditional areas of Western influence.At one time Mr Ruto would […]
Syria first lady diagnosed with leukaemia
Reports say she will undergo a specialised treatment protocol that requires social distancing to avoid infection, adding that she will temporarily withdraw from all direct engagements as part of her treatment plan.In 2019, Syria’s first lady had said she was totally free of breast cancer after battling the disease for a year.Born in Britain in […]
Iran announces interim president after Raisi’s death
He was quoted as saying Mokhber will remain interim president until then adding that they will follow the path of Raisi in doing the duties entrusted without any disruptions .The development comes barely 24 hours after President Ebrahim Raisi alongside his Minister of Foreign Affairs died in a helicopter crash.It was gathered that Iran […]
Mahamat Déby declared as winner of Chad presidential poll
The announcement confirmed preliminary results from the country’s National Election Management Agency last week.The declaration of Déby as the winner came after the council dismissed challenges by two candidates — Succès Masra, prime minister, and Albert Padacké, former prime minister.Jean-Bernard Padare, constitutional council president, said Masra came second with 18.54 percent, while Padacké won 16.93 […]
Ukraine troops pull back in Kharkiv after Russia offensive
A military spokesman said soldiers had come under heavy fire and moved to more advantageous positions in two areas of the north-eastern region.Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky has cancelled all upcoming foreign trips as troops struggle to contain the new cross-border incursion, with several towns and villages coming under heavy fire.His press secretary, Sergiy Nykyforov, said […]