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NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the importance of unity during a recent speech at the Warsaw School of Economics, stating, "This is not the time to go it alone, not for Europe or America." He underscored that current global security challenges are "too big to face on our own." He elaborated, declaring, "When it comes to keeping Europe and North America safe, there is no alternative to NATO." His remarks, made in front of a captivated audience of professors, students, and analysts from Polish think tanks,…

In recent days, the British Prime Minister has stepped into the spotlight as a key player in the ongoing quest for peace in Ukraine. Caught in a whirlwind of responsibilities, he balances the complexities of international diplomacy while also navigating the unpredictable nature of a new U.S. administration. It's a demanding position, one that invites a myriad of pressures, demands, and expectations to his every waking moment. As one official from Downing Street aptly remarked, each morning begins with a fresh wave of news…

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over Munich, Christoph Heusgen, the dedicated chairman of the Munich Security Conference (MSC), delivered his poignant closing remarks at the conclusion of the 61st edition of this esteemed gathering. With heavy heart yet an unwavering commitment, he stepped down after a fruitful term that commenced in 2022. In this significant moment, Heusgen expressed his gratitude toward European leaders, while also offering special recognition to Ukraine's President, Volodymyr…

In a momentous return, thirty years post-civil unrest, the Somali Studies International Association (SSIA) came back to its roots, convening in Mogadishu for its 15th triennial congress. This significant event marked the collaboration between the Somali National University (SNU) and the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education of Somalia's Federal Government. Conflict and volatility once hamstrung Mogadishu, reducing the assembly of such scholarly gatherings to a logistical impossibility. For three decades, SSIA…

The human rights leader of the United Nations has conveyed a grim message, stating that the "darkest chapter" of the conflict in Gaza is currently unfolding in the northern region. He cautioned that Israel’s military actions could potentially be classified as "atrocity crimes." Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, highlighted a staggering statistic: "Over 150,000 individuals are reported dead, injured, or unaccounted for in Gaza" since the outbreak of war just over a year ago. "It is unimaginable, yet the…

WATCH: Inter Miami CF takes on the New England Revolution | Witness Messi's Historic Moment! Fans of soccer and thrilling matches, gear up for a captivating showdown between Inter Miami CF and New England Revolution. This clash is set to be electrifying and memorable, not just because of the skillful plays on the field. It's primarily because Lionel Messi is about to etch his name further into the annals of football history! Messi, the legendary maestro, well-known for his incredible talent and mind-blowing…

MOGADISHU- Folks expected a game-changing announcement from Somalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre. However, his recent press talk barely shed light on why the National Consultative Council (NCC) powwow went kaput. Attendees from the federal government and four pivotal Federal Member States (FMS) gathered with the intention of hashing out Somalia’s electoral game plan, but the whole affair fizzled, leaving everyone in the dark. Now, there's a lot of head-scratching over possible ulterior motives behind the curtains.…

Footage captured in Asheville, North Carolina, vividly documented the devastating moment when sections of a building, along with a shipping container, were swept away by fierce floodwaters linked to Tropical Storm Helene. As the tumultuous waters surged, debris from the Asheville Tea Company building collided with an electrical pole, disintegrating upon impact. The shipping container crumpled over the pole, a stark reminder of nature's overwhelming force. Tragically, the death toll has now surpassed 210, following Helene’s…

Final preparations for the Tokyo Olympics, which begin on July 23. Twelve Senegalese athletes are eligible for the Olympics and Paralympics. Among them is judoka Mbagnick Ndiaye, one of Senegal's flag bearers, with the French-Senegalese swimmer Jeanne Boutbien. A dream for this colossus "a little too sore", according to his coach.…

RFI witnessed the reunion between Laurent Gbagbo and his supporters at a former campaign headquarters in Cocody-Attoban on Thursday, June 17. In front of a crowd that won over his cause, the former president was short in his speech, asking "to mourn" first his "dead" and to speak "later on politics". With our special…