Iran has expressed willingness to negotiate with the United States but firmly rejected any discussions under the “maximum pressure” approach championed by US President Donald Trump. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made this clear in a statement published on Telegram on Saturday, emphasizing that diplomacy cannot take place under coercion. “The lifting of sanctions requires…
In a bid to address the escalating crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a high-level summit of African leaders convened in Tanzania on Saturday, urging an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” within five days. The meeting brought together key figures from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC), including…
The ongoing trade war between the United States and China is reshaping the global economic landscape, and Africa is poised to reap some unexpected benefits. According to the January 2025 edition of the Pan-African Manufacturers Association (PAMA) bulletin, the tensions between these two economic giants could lead to increased foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa’s…
President Donald Trump has revoked Joe Biden’s security clearance, escalated efforts to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and frozen aid to South Africa. The 78-year-old President also made an unexpected move by naming himself head of the Kennedy Center, one of Washington’s most prestigious cultural institutions. Taking to his Truth Social platform,…
The United States has given the green light for a major arms sale to Israel, approving over $7.4 billion worth of bombs, missiles, and related military equipment. This latest deal underscores Washington’s continued support for its closest ally in the Middle East, despite ongoing concerns over the humanitarian impact of the conflict in Gaza. The…
President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations into the United States and its ally, Israel. On Thursday, Trump signed an executive order accusing the ICC of “abusing its power” after the court issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Just days before,…
President Donald Trump, on Friday has called for the complete closure of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the primary government agency responsible for distributing humanitarian aid worldwide. The United State President took to his Truth Social platform to express his frustration with USAID, declaring in his signature all-caps style: “THE CORRUPTION IS AT…
In a bold move to solidify his support among conservative Christians, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the creation of a task force dedicated to eradicating anti-Christian bias within the government. Speaking at a national prayer breakfast in Washington on Thursday, Trump outlined his administration’s latest initiative, which he framed as a response to what…
In a major boost to its military capabilities, Ukraine has officially received U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets from the Netherlands. The announcement was made on Thursday by Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, who confirmed that these advanced aircraft will soon be deployed in combat operations. Ukrainian Defence Minister shared the news in a Facebook post, Umerov…
In a significant diplomatic move, Israel has decided to withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), aligning itself with the United States in stepping away from the organization. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar announced the decision on Thursday, stating that it was made in response to what he described as the council’s “ongoing…
