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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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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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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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European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

Spain convened a high-level meeting on Friday with several Muslim and European nations to discuss strategies for ending the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need for a definitive timeline for the international community to implement a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares stated, “We gather to advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and to find a resolution … Continue reading European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

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