Shadows

The conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin was inevitable. It seems like a rite of passage in international relations, one that would eventually shape the trajectory of numerous geopolitical dynamics. However, the description that Mr. Trump provided following their call may have brought a wave of concern for Ukraine. It’s hard to find any silver lining in the details he shared. Indeed, the implications are stark. The dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations appear to have shifted…

"Dahomey," a groundbreaking documentary crafted by Mati Diop, delves into the echoes of royal artifacts pilfered from West Africa by European colonial powers. These treasures have only recently made their way back to their homeland—modern-day Benin. In a candid conversation with RFI, Diop expressed her hope that the film will trigger deep introspection on pressing themes like displacement, exile, and the elusive notion of return—not only for objects taken but also for the people affected by these historical injustices. Of…