Who is Jay Clayton, Trump’s choice to lead US intelligence?
Intelligence outsider Jay Clayton takes top US security role
US returns to combat with Saudi strikes on Iran allies in Iraq
US, Saudi Arabia strike Iran-backed groups in Iraq as Gulf war reignites
US backs Madagascar mineral mine to challenge China control
Washington funds Madagascar critical minerals mining to challenge Chinese dominance in the sector.
Geopolitical risks force global trade to find new supply routes
Strategic investments in Moroccan and Turkish ports help secure international logistics networks.
ICC faces Global South revolt as Chad and Venezuela move to withdraw
Hague court under pressure as Global South states turn away
Hezbollah faces weapons and fighter shortages in southern Lebanon
Hezbollah faces weapons shortages and fighter recruitment crisis in southern Lebanon
Uganda hires US lobbyists to counter human rights criticism
US firms represent Kampala as American lawmakers scrutinize the political role of Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Algeria condemns Israeli settler violence against West Bank towns
The North African nation calls the systemic destruction of Palestinian communities unacceptable.
Drone attacks hit Iran’s neighbours after Trump pauses strikes
Iran tensions persist as drone attacks spread across Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Iraq
Former Indianapolis Colts player Daniel Adongo deported
US deports Kenyan ex-NFL linebacker Daniel Adongo
Russia’s mercenaries abandon Malian troops during rebel ambush
Russia’s Africa Corps reportedly abandoned Malian forces during a fierce rebel ambush in northeastern Mali, according to Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence Directorate. The incident occurred near Tabrishat, in the Gao region, when a joint convoy carrying hundreds of Russian mercenaries and Malian government troops came under heavy insurgent fire. As rebels destroyed armoured vehicles, the Russian contingent reportedly withdrew to protect its own personnel, leaving Malian soldiers without crucial air or ground support. Preliminary estimates suggest that around 60 Malian servicemen were killed, dozens were wounded and at least 30 were captured. The incident has also highlighted allegations of systematic abuse within the coalition, with Russian commanders accused of treating local troops as slave labour. The mercenary force has additionally been accused of creating corrupt networks and illegally trafficking weapons intended for official military assistance programmes. The battlefield disaster follows the recent destruction of a Russian attack helicopter by forces linked to the regional Azawad Liberation Front.
Trump-Netanyahu summit could decide timing of major Iran operation
Trump and Netanyahu to discuss possible joint military campaign against Iran
US Iran campaign put on hold after White House escalation debate
Trump administration divisions reportedly led to pause in Iran strikes
Iran war expands to Red Sea and Caspian as US pauses strikes
Iran war spreads to Red Sea and Caspian as US pauses strikes
Judge temporarily blocks deportations of Ethiopian nationals in US
Homeland Security officials swiftly condemned the decision as an abuse of constitutional authority.
Egypt urges US to accelerate Gaza peacekeeper deployment
Diplomatic talks in Manila focus on fast-tracking aid and deploying peacekeepers to the enclave.
Morocco secures historic aerospace deal with Curtiss-Wright
Morocco signs a historic aerospace agreement with Curtiss-Wright at the Farnborough Airshow.
Trump says ‘everything is ready’ for wider attack on Iran
Trump weighs massive new attack on Iran as regional tensions surge
Trump threatens Iran after Houthi tanker attacks push oil above $100
Red Sea attacks widen war as Trump vows military retaliation
Germany seeks deeper alliances on new Africa tour
Johann Wadephul visits Africa to strengthen alliances on security and industrial investment.
Houthi threats force more ships to change course in Red Sea
Tankers reroute in Red Sea after Houthi threats against Saudi shipping
US plans to reopen its shuttered embassy in Libya after 14 years
The diplomatic push in Libya mirrors recent American efforts to reopen installations in Syria.
US and Iran trade strikes for 10th night as Gulf conflict widens
Iran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait as US attacks Iranian ports and cities
Cameroon’s weak security lets billions in gold reach illegal markets
Cameroon loses billions in gold as smugglers exploit weak security, poorly monitored airports and infrastructure vulnerabilities across the country.
Macron welcomes Gabon’s Oligui Nguema for talks on closer ties
France and Gabon advance political and economic cooperation during Oligui Nguema’s official visit to Paris.
US service member killed in Iraq, taking war toll to 17
A new U.S. combat death in northern Iraq has raised the American military toll in the Iran war to 17
World Cup final fuels speculation over wider US war with Iran
World Cup final fuels fears of wider US-Iran war
