Crisis in Port-au-Prince: Violence Escalates Amid Gang Attacks
In Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, violence escalated over the weekend as heavily armed gangs launched attacks on the National Palace and set a portion of the Interior Ministry ablaze using petrol bombs. The international airport, targeted in a sustained attack, remains closed to all flights, including one carrying Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Attempting to […]
UN Warns of Famine Risk in Gaza as US Ship Departs for Aid
A US military vessel is en route to the Middle East, transporting materials to construct a temporary pier along the Gaza coast, as confirmed by the military. Departing from a military base in Virginia on Saturday, the support ship, General Frank S Besson, is part of the effort following President Joe Biden’s announcement of the […]
Open Arms Vessel Embarks on Mission to Provide Aid to Gaza
A humanitarian aid ship, Open Arms, is set to embark on a journey this weekend to deliver much-needed assistance to Gaza. Departing from Cyprus, the closest EU country to Gaza, the vessel aims to utilize a recently opened shipping route. Due to the absence of a functional port and shallow waters in Gaza, the docking […]
President Biden’s Fiery State of the Union Address
President Joe Biden delivered an impassioned State of the Union address on Thursday, extensively addressing the contrasting approaches of his predecessor, Donald Trump, while outlining the overarching themes of his upcoming re-election campaign. Throughout the speech, Mr. Biden referred to Mr. Trump as “my predecessor” a total of 13 times during the hour-long address. He […]
Donald Trump Challenges Joe Biden to Televised Debates
Following their dominant performances in the Super Tuesday votes, Donald Trump has called for televised debates against Joe Biden. The Republican expressed his willingness to participate in a TV forum with the Democratic president “anytime, anywhere, anyplace,” making the announcement online in capital letters. In response, Biden’s campaign suggested that Trump’s challenge reflects a desire […]
Biden and Trump Secure Victories on Super Tuesday
In a dominating display on Super Tuesday, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump secured victories across the nation, solidifying the likelihood of a November rematch and intensifying the pressure on Nikki Haley, the primary challenger to Trump, to exit the Republican race. Both Biden and Trump emerged victorious in key states such as […]
EFCC Intercepts 21 Food Trucks Bound for Neighbouring Countries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intercepted 21 food trucks en route to neighbouring countries, the agency revealed in a statement released on its official handle on Tuesday. The food items were destined for N’djamena, Chad Republic, Central African Republic, and Cameroon. According to the statement, the seizure was carried out by operatives […]
Unexpected Snowfall in Pakistan: 35 Dead, Hundreds of Houses Damaged
Over the weekend, Pakistan experienced unexpected and severe weather conditions, with freezing rain and snowfall causing significant casualties and injuries in remote areas. At least 35 people lost their lives, including 22 children who were tragically crushed in landslides that engulfed their homes, according to disaster management authorities. The extreme weather impacted northern and western […]
Haiti Declares 72-Hour State of Emergency After Prison Break
On Sunday, the government of Haiti declared a 72-hour state of emergency following the invasion of a major Port-au-Prince prison by armed gangs. The incident resulted in the death of at least 12 people and the escape of approximately 4,000 inmates. Gang leaders have expressed their intention to compel the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel […]
Israel-Gaza War: Potential Ceasefire Deal In Cairo Talks
A Hamas delegation has reportedly arrived in Cairo, Egypt, raising hopes for a potential ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war. According to an unnamed US official, Israel has “more or less accepted” the proposed deal, which includes a six-week pause. This period aims to facilitate the release of additional Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The urgency […]
