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DIPLOMACY

China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering support for the “Global South” during a meeting of G20 leaders in Rio de Janeiro, as reported by China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Monday. In his opening address at the G20 Summit, Xi outlined China’s commitment to global development through eight key actions, which include enhancing the “high quality” Belt and Road Initiative—his … Continue reading China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the narrow format meeting of the BRICS summit in Kazan.
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Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

Nigeria and India have reached an agreement to enhance their cooperation in maritime security, intelligence sharing, and counter-terrorism efforts during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s state visit to Nigeria. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years, following an invitation from President Bola Tinubu, who is actively seeking investments from major global economies. Modi arrived in Abuja on … Continue reading Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

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DIPLOMACY

Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

Recent reports indicate that Russia has sent as many as 200 military instructors to Equatorial Guinea in the past few weeks to bolster presidential security. This move highlights Moscow’s efforts to expand its presence in West Africa, even following a setback in Mali. According to sources, these Russian instructors are engaged in training elite security forces in the two primary cities of the small oil-rich … Continue reading Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

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TOP STORIES

The new Trump administration hints at a return to traditional Republican foreign policy

Donald Trump is proceeding in accordance with the mandate granted by his decisive election victory, methodically assembling a governing team that reflects his hardline MAGA ideology. This administration is poised to become one of the most conservative in modern history, focusing on targeting Washington elites and undocumented immigrants, dismantling the regulatory framework, and promoting an “America First” agenda on the global stage. The contours of … Continue reading The new Trump administration hints at a return to traditional Republican foreign policy

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Then-President Donald Trump walks to his seat after speaking with African leaders at the Palace Hotel during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, on September 20, 2017
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Trump election victory, Africa braces for possible U.S. aid cuts and uncertainty

As the results of the United States presidential election were announced on Wednesday, revealing that former President Donald Trump had emerged victorious, a sense of relief spread across Uganda’s capital, Kampala, located over 11,000 kilometers (7,000 miles) away. “The sanctions are lifted,” stated Anitah Among, the parliamentary speaker of the East African nation, during a session in parliament, suggesting her optimism for enhanced relations with … Continue reading Trump election victory, Africa braces for possible U.S. aid cuts and uncertainty

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DISPUTES

Houthi’s email to vessels in the Red Sea: Get ready for an assault

On a balmy spring evening in Athens, just before midnight, a senior executive at a Greek shipping firm discovered an alarming email in his personal inbox. The correspondence, which was also directed to the manager’s professional email, cautioned that one of the company’s ships navigating the Red Sea was in danger of an attack by the Iranian-backed Houthi militia from Yemen. The Greek-operated vessel had … Continue reading Houthi’s email to vessels in the Red Sea: Get ready for an assault

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DEFENCE

South Sudan’s President has removed the nation’s long-serving intelligence chief

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has removed the nation’s long-serving intelligence chief, appointing a close associate in his place, as reported by the state broadcaster SSBC, referencing a presidential decree. The ousting of Akol Koor Kuc, who has led the contentious internal security bureau of the National Security Service (NSS) since South Sudan’s independence from Sudan in 2011, follows the transitional government’s recent announcement of … Continue reading South Sudan’s President has removed the nation’s long-serving intelligence chief

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Sudan's General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan salutes as he listens to the national anthem after landing in the military airport of Port Sudan.
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Sudan’s military initiates efforts to reclaim territory in capital

Sudan‘s military initiated a series of artillery and air strikes in the capital on Thursday, marking its most significant offensive to reclaim territory since the onset of its 17-month conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), according to witnesses and military officials. This military action follows the army’s loss of control over much of the capital at the beginning of the conflict and precedes an … Continue reading Sudan’s military initiates efforts to reclaim territory in capital

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A general view shows the Mogadishu Sea Port after an Egyptian warship docked to deliver a second major cache of weaponry in Mogadishu
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Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

Ethiopia’s foreign minister has expressed concerns that the ammunition provided to Somalia may intensify conflict and potentially be redirected to terrorist groups, as reported by the state news agency on Tuesday. This warning followed the arrival of an Egyptian warship in Mogadishu, which delivered heavy weaponry, marking the second arms shipment within a month after Egypt and Somalia established a joint security agreement in August. … Continue reading Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?
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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Weeks after infiltrating Mali’s capital unnoticed, the jihadis launched their attack just before dawn prayers. They targeted an elite police training academy, resulting in the deaths of numerous students, and proceeded to storm Bamako’s airport, where they set the presidential jet ablaze. The assault on September 17 marked the most audacious attack in a Sahel capital since 2016, highlighting the capabilities of jihadist groups affiliated … Continue reading Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

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