US university plans memorial for remains of African descent
Virginia Commonwealth University funds memorial for African descent remains dumped in forgotten well centuries ago.
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump delays Iran deal
Ceasefire extended, but strikes persist as Trump stalls Iran deal and Hormuz tensions rise
China rejects US claims over Taiwan leader flight route in Africa
China rejects US claims that it pressured African countries to block Taiwan leader flight route, defending one China principle stance.
Mauritius waits until end July for Chagos Islands deal decision
UK and Mauritius hold talks as Chagos sovereignty deal remains paused amid US concerns and geopolitical tensions.
Iran tightens grip on Hormuz as talks collapse, tankers seized
Iran seizes ships and tightens control over Hormuz after talks collapse
Putin welcomes Seychelles leader for talks on economic ties
Russia and Seychelles mark 50 years of relations while focusing on tourism, trade, and international cooperation opportunities ahead.
Don Tzu strikes again as Trump resets Iran deadline
“Don Tzu” logic: Trump shifts from threats to delays, extending Iran ceasefire again
US funding cuts disrupt HIV programmes in South Africa roll
South Africa faces challenges in HIV prevention rollout as US funding cuts reduce programme support and weaken community health services.
Trump rejects truce extension as US seizes Iranian tanker
Trump warns of strikes as US boards Iranian tanker, raising stakes before talks
Iran weighs Pakistan talks as ceasefire deadline nears
Iran weighs US talks in Pakistan as ceasefire nears end amid rising tensions
Kenya’s John Korir surges past rivals to win Boston marathon again
Boston Marathon sees John Korir dominate late stages of race to set new course record and defend title successfully.
US pushes G20 to coordinate action on fertilizer amid war impact
G20 chair statement outlines continued discussions on global fertilizer access as war impacts agriculture and supply chains.
Israel reports 16 soldiers killed and 690 wounded in attacks
Israeli army says dozens of soldiers were wounded in recent incidents while figures remain difficult to independently verify reports continue.
Trump threatens Iran as US envoys head to Pakistan for talks
Trump threatens Iran with strikes as US envoys head to Pakistan for talks amid Hormuz tensions
Iranians brace for tougher times despite fragile ceasefire
Iranians worry war’s end could bring harsher repression and worsening economic hardship
Israeli troops kill two UNICEF water drivers in Gaza incident
UN agency expresses outrage after water supply contractors are killed during routine operations at Gaza filling point used for humanitarian aid.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again amid tensions and talks
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again as ceasefire talks and US blockade tensions continue to shape fragile regional stability.
Trump attacks Pope Leo, drawing backlash from African Catholics
African Catholics react to Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo, emphasising restraint and warning of lasting effects on political and religious relations.
Chinese national jailed in Kenya over large ant smuggling case trial
Chinese national sentenced in Kenya for attempting to smuggle thousands of ants through Nairobi airport operation.
DRC prepares to receive US deportees
US deportees from Latin America and elsewhere expected to arrive in Kinshasa under agreement between Congo and Trump administration.
Trump lashes out at Italy’s Meloni, says he is ‘shocked’ by her stance
Trump rebukes Meloni over Iran war, Pope comments and Hormuz tensions as Italy pushes back
US turns back six ships in Hormuz blockade after Iran talks fail
Six ships turned back as US enforces Iran blockade, raising tensions in Hormuz
UN chief calls for maritime stability in the Strait of Hormuz
US and Iranian actions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten global economy and strand 20,000 seafarers.
Trump threatens Hormuz blockade as US-Iran talks collapse
Trump vows Hormuz blockade after failed Iran talks, escalating regional tensions
US-Iran talks fail to reach deal after marathon Islamabad meeting
US and Iran fail to reach a deal after marathon talks, putting ceasefire and oil flows at risk
Tankers exit Gulf after Iran-US ceasefire deal
Supertankers passed through Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire, signalling early recovery in disrupted global oil shipping routes.
UK puts Mauritius-Chagos deal on hold over US split
UK pauses Mauritius-Chagos Islands legislation after Trump reverses stance, stalling sovereignty transfer talks with Mauritius.