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Tensions Escalate Between Algeria and France In a diplomatic drama that could have been plucked from the pages of a novel, Algeria has commanded a dozen French officials to vacate its soil within a mere 48 hours. This dramatic directive has emerged as a riposte to the arrest of three Algerian nationals by France—a decision that has left diplomatic circles buzzing with intrigue. France’s foreign minister, Jean-Noel Barrot, provided confirmation of this startling turn of events on Monday. But what next? How will this tightly…

In the hushed tones of a crisis that should never have happened, a harrowing scene unfolded at the Zamzam refugee camp in North Darfur. It was here, amidst makeshift shelters and the ever-looming specter of uncertainty, that Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a ruthless assault. Amidst the acrid smoke of burning debris, the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa reported an appalling death toll—at least 112 souls, extinguished. In any humanitarian tragedy, numbers speak louder than…

Crisis at the Edge: A Tumultuous Tale from Eastern Congo A harrowing weekend in eastern Congo has silenced many voices, with the grim tally reaching at least 50 lives lost. The shadow of blame hovers between the government and the infamous M23 rebels, reportedly under Rwanda's aegis. These recent violent incidents have not only escalated the standing conflict but have sewn suspicion into the very fabric of regional peace initiatives. Yet again, the heart of the turmoil lies heavily on the city of Goma. Here, the strident…

Foreign ministers from Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso convened on Saturday, plunging into the region's formidable dilemmas like terrorism, unstable political landscapes, and rocky relations with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This earnest discourse unfurled against the backdrop of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in its namesake Turkish city. The gathering unfurled as "Sahel: The Future of Regional Integration," graced by the notable presence of Mali's Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation…

In the shadowy corridors of war-torn Sudan, a fresh wave of terror has swept across the land, leaving a trail of sorrow and shattered dreams. In a tragic twist of fate, the beleaguered camps for displaced people in the Darfur region endured a savage, unrelenting assault perpetrated by the Sudanese paramilitary group, notorious for its violent exploits. Over the course of two days, more than a hundred souls were extinguished, their lives sacrificed on the altar of conflict. Among the lost were twenty children, innocent and…

In the vast desert expanse known as the Zamzam displacement camp, a poignant story of loss and resilience emerges. Mona Ibrahim, a mother grappling with the shadows of suffering, has faced unimaginable tragedy: the loss of her daughter, Rania, and her infant son, Montasir, to the scourge of malnutrition. "I could only hold them as they faded away," she shared softly during a video call with Agence France-Presse (AFP). Forty-year-old Ibrahim sat outside a makeshift shelter patched together with straw and plastic near North…

In the restless heart of eastern Congo, a powerful storm brews. Last week, a majority of Goma, the bustling nucleus of the region, came under the control of rebels believed to be backed by neighboring Rwanda. The U.N. reports that even the city’s pivotal airport is now in rebel hands. Uncertainty hangs heavy as Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, joins the choir of international voices demanding a halt to hostilities. Yet, amidst the chaos, what truly drives this conflict that seems to defy resolution? Not since the 2012…

Regional Leaders Convene for Critical Dialogue In what promises to be a pivotal meeting, the presidents of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame, respectively, are set to meet in Dar es Salaam. This extraordinary summit, heralded by Kenyan President William Ruto, aims to dissect the escalating hostilities in eastern Congo. President Ruto's announcement on Monday marked a significant diplomatic endeavor as tensions simmer between the two nations. Why is this summit happening now?…

In a vivid tableau of violence and chaos, the fractured landscape of Sudan has once again been consumed by ferocious warfare. With hitters clashing violently on Monday, it's a scene reminiscent of a grim battlefield, leaving at least 65 souls extinguished and more than 130 bodies battered, according to statements from medical personnel on the ground. The Southern realms of Kordofan and the sun-beaten horizons of Darfur have become echoes of an unending struggle. But who truly bears the scars of such relentless conflict?…

In a rare moment of calm amidst tumult, the sprawling city of Goma in eastern Congo found itself cloaked in a fragile cease-fire on Tuesday. Here in this beleaguered city, life took a tentative breath, allowing its weary inhabitants a chance to lay to rest nearly 2,000 souls claimed by the fierce struggle for control.While streets once echoed with the chaotic cadence of conflict, the eerie silence of today speaks volumes. The M23 rebels, bolstered by Rwandan backing, declared a cease-fire on Monday, and for the most part,…