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His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, the Amir of Qatar, warmly welcomed the President of the Republic of Benin, Patrice Talon, to the Amiri Diwan in Doha. This meeting was not just a formality; it signified a desire to cultivate the bond between their nations—a bond that holds the potential for growth, understanding, and collaboration. At the heart of their discussions was a focus on enhancing bilateral ties across a spectrum of vital sectors. This included key areas such as aviation, infrastructure, education,…

Authorities in Germany are currently in pursuit of a man who severely injured his wife by dousing her with a flammable liquid on a tram and subsequently igniting it. The attack resulted in critical injuries to the 46-year-old woman. The incident unfolded while she was aboard the tram in Gera, situated in eastern Germany. "She was sprayed with flammable liquid and set alight by a man," stated the police from the state of Thuringia, who later confirmed that the suspect was indeed the victim's husband. In a crucial moment,…

Tensions in Focus: The Complex Dance of Diplomacy Between Zelensky, Trump, and European Allies In a recent turn of events that many are describing as emblematic of the current geopolitical landscape, the Kremlin has directed sharp criticism at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, asserting he is reluctant to embrace peace talks. This comment arrives on the heels of a fraught public exchange between President Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump, an encounter that appeared to bring their underlying tensions…

France is actively working to form a "blocking minority" within the European Union, aiming to halt the impending trade agreement with four South American nations, as articulated by President Emmanuel Macron. This deal, which unites the European Union and the Mercosur bloc—comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay—was heralded as a "win-win" by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen last December. However, it is now mired in substantial opposition from France, particularly its agricultural sector.…

The former leader of Senegal, Macky Sall, is at the forefront of the opposition coalition as the nation gears up for its upcoming parliamentary elections. In a candid letter directed to his supporters, Sall laid out the concerning realities facing the country, nearly eight months after he stepped down from the presidency. "In just a few short weeks, our sovereign rating has been lowered not once but twice by separate agencies," he noted, highlighting the worrisome economic climate that Senegal is navigating, as reported by…

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - Taye Atske, now steering the Ethiopian presidency, envisions a diplomatic path to securing sea access for Ethiopia. The nation intends to adopt a strategy based on reciprocity, marking a notable shift from its previous, widely criticized strategy. Striving for a maritime foothold to establish a port and military base, Ethiopia has turned its gaze to North Western State of Somalia, proposing a 20-kilometer stretch along the Red Sea. In return, Ethiopia would acknowledge North Western State of…

Somalia's Tough Choices: Rebel Support or Diplomatic Embrace? NAIROBI, Kenya - Somalia and Ethiopia have been navigating a venomous spat that, if left unchecked, could unleash chaos in the Horn of Africa, potentially allowing terrorist factions to slip through the cracks. Somalia claims Ethiopia has overstepped its territorial bounds by striking a deal with Somaliland, a self-proclaimed autonomous region of Somalia. According to the agreement, Ethiopia secures 20 kilometers of Red Sea access to erect a military base and…

This weekend, several surgeons and health specialists welcomed a 9-year-old child from Zimbabwe to a private clinic in Johannesburg. In early May, the boy was attacked by a hyena during a nightly religious ceremony outside. as reported from Johannesburg, Romain SongThe child lost an eye, a nose and part of the mouth and…