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U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his hope to meet with the "fantastic" European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen, as a new trade agreement with Britain raises optimism for ongoing tariff negotiations with other countries. “She's so fantastic. I hope we’re gonna meet,” Mr. Trump remarked to reporters while announcing the U.S.-UK trade agreement—his first deal of this kind since implementing a series of broad global tariffs. In his memorable words, “The European Union’s big thing, they want to make a deal very…

U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta expressed his hopes that the Trump administration and immigration officials will "do the right thing" regarding the plight of an Irish woman currently held in a U.S. immigration detention facility. The Democratic Congressman from California has strongly advocated for Cliona Ward's release, noting that the final decision rests with the administration. He emphasized, "It is my responsibility to ensure that officials are aware of all the facts surrounding this case, so they can exercise their…

In a world rife with tension and conflict, the grasp for peace often seems elusive. Yet, in a surprising turn of events, former US President Donald Trump revealed to The New York Post that he had engaged in a telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The subject? An earnest discussion about potential avenues to cease the ongoing turmoil between Moscow and Kyiv.Conversations such as these ignite curiosity. How often do these two powerhouses communicate behind closed doors, weaving through complex global…

Ethiopia Expresses No Desire for War, Pursues Peaceful Maritime Access ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - In a bid to ease growing tensions, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed emphasized the country's disinclination towards any military engagement with Somalia. This statement comes amid friction over a recent deal with North Western State of Somalia, a self-proclaimed independent region, as he explained to the parliament. Back in January, Ethiopia, eager for sea access due to its landlocked status, made significant strides by signing…

The Central African class is in mourning: Désiré Bilal Kolingba, leader of the Central African Democratic Assembly, died at the age of 64 this Sunday, April 25, in Kinshasa, following an illness, according to his family. Former Minister for Youth and Sport during the presidency of François Bozizé, Désiré Kolingba was a candidate in two presidential elections in 2015 and in December last year.…

In Niger, the municipal and regional election campaign began on Wednesday, December 2. Nearly 7.5 million voters are expected to vote on Sunday, December 13 to elect their local elected representatives. These first votes will act as a balloon of scrutiny a few weeks before the parliamentary elections on 27 December, while the country is in the grip of growing uncertainty, especially in the Tillabéri…