South African men return after alleged Ukraine recruitment
Eleven South African men returned home after allegedly being lured to fight for Russian forces in Ukraine, as authorities investigate recruitment claims.
Iran says nuclear deal within reach before US talks
Iran’s foreign minister said a nuclear deal with the United States is within reach before Geneva talks, while both sides trade warnings amid regional tensions.
El Mencho killing triggers cartel backlash and nationwide unrest
Violence spread across western Mexico after the killing of CJNG leader El Mencho, with cartels issuing threats and blocking highways
US and Iran set new nuclear talks in Geneva
The United States and Iran will hold nuclear talks in Geneva as Washington awaits Tehran’s proposal, amid mediation efforts and warnings of possible military action.
US envoy says Israel has biblical claim from Nile to Euphrates
US envoy Mike Huckabee cites scripture to justify Israeli land claims, drawing criticism from Jordan and others
Ranger who stopped Trump: A 1958 warning for today
A forgotten 1958 TV episode about a conman named Trump offers a striking lens on fear, power, and modern geopolitics
Venezuela assembly approves amnesty law for prisoners
Venezuela’s National Assembly approved an amnesty law signed by Delcy Rodriguez after Nicolas Maduro’s ouster, while the United Nations urged limits to protect human rights.
Trump issues two-week ultimatum to Iran over nuclear negotiations
Trump signals a two-week window for Iran talks as the US ramps up military pressure and warns of consequences
Epstein files reveal effort to build influence across Middle East
New DOJ documents show Jeffrey Epstein sought influence among Middle East elites
Five countries pledge troops to Gaza security force
Five states have pledged troops to a Gaza security force, set to begin deployment in Rafah and expand across the territory
Trump unveils Gaza reconstruction pledges at Board of Peace debut
Trump launched the Board of Peace, unveiling $7bn in pledges for Gaza reconstruction amid uncertainty over Hamas disarmament
US naval surge signals possible Iran strike within days
US naval deployments surge as Washington weighs military action against Iran amid rising tensions
Russia’s Lavrov urges restraint as US-Iran tensions rise
Lavrov said further US military action against Iran risks regional escalation and threatens recent diplomatic progress
Iranian and Omani ministers meet ahead of nuclear talks
Iran and the US prepare for a second round of indirect nuclear talks in Geneva under Omani mediation amid tensions over enrichment and sanctions relief.
Iran FM travels to Geneva for renewed US nuclear talks
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi travelled to Geneva for renewed indirect nuclear talks with the United States amid regional tensions, sanctions pressure and disputes over uranium enrichment.
Turkey’s Erdogan to visit Ethiopia and UAE next week
President Erdogan will visit the United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia next week to meet their leaders, discuss cooperation and regional issues, and sign completed agreements.
Gulf rivalry in Horn unsettles African Union talks
A growing rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in the Horn of Africa is influencing regional conflicts and shaping discussions at the African Union summit.
Uganda probes forced recruitment to fight for Russia
Uganda faces allegations that veterans and other citizens were covertly recruited, misled and forced to fight for Russia in Ukraine, with deaths reported and investigations stalled.
Libya, US discuss military, security cooperation in Tripoli
Libya seeks stronger military ties with the US to enhance operational readiness and ensure stability across the region.
Tanzanian women trained through Turkish poultry initiative
TIKA launched a sustainable poultry project in Tanzania, providing women training, equipment, and distribution support to boost income and access to affordable protein.
Western Sahara parties meet in Madrid with US and UN support
The United States helped facilitate UN-backed talks in Spain between Western Sahara stakeholders, marking the first such discussions since 2019 amid long-standing regional tensions.
Algeria moves to cancel air services agreement with UAE
Algeria has launched formal procedures to terminate its 2013 air services agreement with the UAE, amid rising political tensions and public criticism.
Trump denies seeing racist Obama clip
Trump says he did not see a racist clip depicting the Obamas in a video later removed
Trump warns of tariffs on countries continuing trade with Iran
Trump signs order warning of tariffs on countries that continue trading with Iran
FBI arrests key suspect in 2012 Benghazi mission attack
US officials announce the arrest of Zubayr al-Bakoush for the 2012 Benghazi mission terrorist attack.
China grants South Africa zero-tariff access for all exports
China and South Africa signed a partnership agreement to grant South African exports zero-tariff treatment on all goods while expanding investment in key industrial sectors.
Iran and US prepare for Oman talks amid nuclear tensions
Iran and the United States are holding talks in Oman to explore diplomacy on the nuclear issue amid ongoing military tensions.