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China has expressed strong disapproval of U.S. Vice President JD Vance, labeling his comments as "ignorant and impolite." This reaction followed his assertion that the United States borrows money from "Chinese peasants." "China's stance on U.S.-China economic and trade relations has been clearly articulated," remarked Lin Jian, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry. "It is both surprising and disheartening to hear such uninformed and discourteous remarks from someone in a high-ranking position," he added. In…

Denmark has expressed concern over the "tone" used by U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who indicated that the Danish government has not done enough to support Greenland during his recent visit to this strategically important territory, rich in resources and historically desired by U.S. President Donald Trump. "While we are open to constructive criticism, I must be candid: we do not appreciate the tone in which these comments were made," stated Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen on X, formerly known as Twitter. "This is not…

As South Africa prepares to step onto the world stage, it has officially assumed the Presidency of the G20, paving the way for the highly anticipated Johannesburg Summit, set for November 22-23, 2025. This event promises to be pivotal, not just for the nation, but for the broader global community as well. President Cyril Ramaphosa, during the inaugural gathering of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors, eloquently articulated a vision for progress: "For nations to flourish, equality and prosperity must be available to…

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has characterized the remarks made by Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, as inflammatory. Katz suggested that countries such as "Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others" bear a "legal obligation" to accept Palestinians. Such statements raise flags, especially in this complex geopolitical landscape. These comments emerged as Katz instructed the Israeli military to draft a strategy for the "voluntary departure" of Gaza's residents. This directive followed a controversial announcement from U.S.…

In a recent outcry, civil society organizations have expressed their profound concern regarding statements made by U.S. President Donald Trump, which they label as "dangerous lies and threats." Their statement articulates a robust rejection of Trump's assertions that South Africa is engaging in land confiscation and systematically mistreating select groups of people. To many, the very notion seems not only unfounded but absurd, particularly when such claims emerge from high echelons of the U.S. government. This backlash…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a verbal tiff unfurled recently, akin to a tempest brewing in a teapot. Somalia's Health Minister, Ali Haji Hassan, took center stage, wielding words with the precision of a maestro conducting a symphony. His subject of critique? Presidential Envoy Ali Jeyte’s remarks, which he compared to a loose cannon on deck—a tad reckless and potentially as disruptive to efforts against Al-Shabaab as a bull in a china shop. Jeyte, the face of the community's grassroots defense…

Somalia: "I Ain't Going Nowhere," Deputy PM Schools Senate Speaker MOGADISHU, Somalia - The recent declaration to vacate a senate seat is a farce, according to Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama, who's calling out the Senate leadership's disregard for protocol in their Saturday announcement. Jama countered the move, saying he's played by parliamentary rules without a hitch. "Booting me out? That's just nonsense, plain and simple," he claimed, urging Somalis who vibe with peace and stability to shun this…

 FILE - North Western State of Somalia's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Rhoda J. Elmi, makes her voice heard during a press briefing in Hargeisa. Mogadishu (AX) — The North Western State of Somalia administration has refuted recent declarations from Somalia, labeling them as "unfounded" and accusing them of trying to meddle in North Western State of Somalia's self-determination. These accusations followed remarks by Fiqi at the UN Security Council, where he aired concerns regarding the political climate in…

Mogadishu (AX) — Former Somali Foreign Minister Yusuf Garaad admonished the Somali government to step in regarding recent remarks made by Director of Transport and Aviation Bashir Moalim Ali. Ali sparked an uproar by casting aspersions on the people of South West State during a media engagement. Ali questioned the genuineness of the recent demonstrators in Bakool, alleging they weren't true Somalis but descendants of Ethiopians from the time of former President Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed. "Hearing Somali citizens labeled as…

Words that could lead to human rights violations, according to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. The Guinean campaign has been marked by tensions, with outgoing President Alpha Condé amending the constitution to allow him to run for a third term. In a statement, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, called on politicians, especially candidates for election, to refrain from nurturing ethnic divisions. She notes that calls for affiliation with society are increasingly widespread and…