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Swiss Court Sentences Gambian Ex-Minister to 20 Years for Crimes Against Humanity
A Swiss court has handed down a 20-year prison sentence to a former minister from Gambia, Ousman Sonko, for crimes against humanity committed...
Slovakia’s Prime Minister Shot in Assassination Attempt
Slovakia’s Prime Minister, Robert Fico, is in critical condition after being shot during an assassination attempt on Wednesday. The attack occurred as Fico...
U.S. Elections: Biden vs Trump CNN Debate to Hold June 27
United States President, Joe Biden, and former President, Donald Trump, have both accepted CNN’s invitation for their first debate on June 27. The...
Australian military lawyer, David McBride jailed for exposing war crimes
David McBride, an Australian military lawyer turned whistleblower, has been sentenced to 5 years and eight months prison without parole for two years...
Sudan: Groups Demand Immediate Internet Reconnection Amidst Armed Conflict
Amidst the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, about 94 civil societies, human rights organisations, and members of the #KeepItOn Coalition have signed a...
Tobi Amusan Triumphs in Jamaica Invitational, Sets Year’s Best 100m Hurdle Time
World record holder Tobi Amusan clinched first place at the inaugural Jamaica Athletics Invitational in Kingston, marking the fastest time in women’s 100m...
South Africa’s President Labels Opposition Flag-Burning Ad as “Treasonous”
South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has condemned a campaign video by the opposition, Democratic Alliance (DA), that shows the national flag burning, labelling...
Chad’s Military Ruler Declared Winner Amid Election Dispute
Chad’s military ruler, Mahamat Deby Itno, was declared the winner of the presidential election, securing over 61% of the vote, according to provisional...
South Africa Seeks ICJ Order for Israeli Withdrawal from Rafah
South Africa has petitioned the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to command Israel to cease its military operations in Rafah and ensure humanitarian...
UN adopts resolution granting Palestine’s ‘Observer State’ rights
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution granting the State of Palestine rights to the world body as an Observer State but...
New Mediation Talks on South Sudan’s Conflict Begin in Kenya
High-profile talks aimed at resolving ongoing conflict in South Sudan commenced on Thursday in Kenya, with key African leaders urging a collaborative effort...
Israel’s Netanyahu Vows to ‘Stand Alone’ Amid US Arms Withhold
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, declared on Thursday that Israel is prepared to “stand alone” in its conflict with Hamas. This comes after...