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Israel Accuses South Africa of Distorting Reality in ICJ Case

Israel has accused South Africa of distorting reality in its attempt to get the UN’s top court to halt its military campaign in Rafah, southern Gaza. On Thursday, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) began hearings, during which South Africa argued that Israel intended to “wipe [the Palestinians] off the face of the Earth,” describing […]

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Stable Condition After Shooting

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is in stable but serious condition after being shot multiple times on Wednesday, doctors report. The hospital director stated that Fico is currently in intensive care following a five-hour surgery. Earlier, the 59-year-old was described as fighting for his life after sustaining severe injuries in an attack in the small […]

Ukraine Withdraws Troops from Kharkiv Villages Amid Russian Pressure

Ukraine has withdrawn its troops from several villages in the border region of Kharkiv due to sustained pressure from Russian forces. Soldiers faced heavy fire and relocated to “more advantageous positions” in two areas of the northeastern region, according to a military spokesperson. Throughout the two-year conflict, Ukraine has typically used such terminology to indicate […]

Prince Harry, Meghan Champion Mental Health Awareness in Nigeria

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle embarked on a meaningful visit to Nigeria on Friday, advocating for mental health awareness as part of their promotion of the Invictus Games, a sporting event dedicated to wounded military veterans. Arriving in the Nigerian capital Abuja, the royal couple commenced their visit by opening an event on mental health […]

Gaza war: Netanyahu Vows to Defeat Hamas In Rafah Despite US Arms Threat

Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed Israel can “stand alone”, after the US warned arms shipments could be stopped if he orders a full-scale invasion of Rafah in Gaza. Thousands of people have already fled the southern city after the Israeli military began what it called a “limited” operation on Monday. US President Joe Biden has repeatedly […]

TUC Threatens Nationwide Protest Over CBN’s Cybersecurity Levy

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has issued a stern warning of an impending nationwide protest that could paralyze the Nigerian economy if the Federal Government fails to revoke the controversial cybersecurity levy recently introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In a strongly worded statement signed by TUC President Festus Osifo on Wednesday, the […]

Trump’s Trial Postponed, Unlikely to Begin Before November 5 Election

A federal trial concerning Donald Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified documents during his tenure as president has been indefinitely postponed by US District Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida. Judge Cannon emphasized the imprudence of setting a trial date before resolving significant questions pertaining to trial evidence. In her court order issued on Tuesday, the previously […]

Putin’s Fifth Inauguration: A Reflection on Russia’s Evolution

Vladimir Putin’s familiarity with the ceremonial route from the Grand Kremlin Palace to the St Andrew’s Throne Hall was evident as he embarked on it for the fifth time. With ease, he navigated the path to officially commence his new six-year term as Russia’s president. Addressing a gathering of ministers and dignitaries, Putin emphasized unity […]

Addressing Rising Antisemitism: NYPD Responds to Bomb Threats

Amid ongoing unrest surrounding the conflict in the Middle East, the NYPD responded to a series of bomb threats over the weekend, underscoring the disturbing frequency of such incidents targeting places of worship. Several bomb threats, including three directed at synagogues and one at the Brooklyn Museum, prompted investigations by law enforcement. These incidents contribute […]