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Hungary has reversed its earlier stance, withdrawing its threat to block the European Union from extending sanctions against Russia for an additional six months. This pivotal development comes as EU foreign ministers reached a unanimous agreement to continue exerting financial pressure on Russia in light of its ongoing military aggression in Ukraine. The shift in Hungary's position materialized after the European Commission pledged to engage both Hungary and Slovakia in negotiations aimed at revitalizing gas supplies.…

FILE PHOTO: A worker cradles freshly baked bread at a bustling Nairobi supermarket, May 8, 2017. Picture taken May 8, 2017. REUTERS/Baz Ratner/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights There's a new wind blowing through Kenya’s financial corridors, touched by whispers of "Did you hear about the inflation twist?" The statistics office is sharpening its pencils and rolling out core inflation data for the first time. It's a tale as rivetting as any economic thriller (if such a thing exists). The move is akin to giving a GPS to…

This afternoon, the head of Georgia's Election Commission found himself in quite a bizarre predicament—drenched in paint just as he was set to announce the final outcomes from last month’s parliamentary elections. Giorgi Kalandarishvili was the unintended target of a paint bombardment from David Kirtadze, a representative of the opposition party, during a meeting in Tbilisi meant for the electoral body. The audacious act took place at a gathering involving election commission officials and delegates from every party that…

Recently, Russia ramped up its offensive against Kyiv, unleashing a wave of drones and missiles, marking the capital's first combined aerial assault in over 70 days. According to officials, the situation poses significant concerns for residents and defenses alike. This latest aggression unfolds amidst increasing alarms from Washington and Seoul, echoing Ukraine’s distress signals regarding North Korean troops reportedly entering combat alongside Russian forces right at the border of their conflict. Ukrainian air defense…

On October 31, Mali's transitional national council approved a law that criminalizes homosexuality, a move that casts a long shadow over the nation’s LGBTQI+ community. This newly minted legislation heightens the dangers of stigma, discrimination, and violence against individuals identifying as part of this community across Mali. This isn't just a recent shift; Mali's human rights landscape has dramatically declined since January. The government has rolled out harsh measures targeting opposition groups, mainstream media,…

Picture this: a computer screen flashing a cyberattack warning. A group of cyber bandits swiped a whopping $350,000 from a Somali solar energy company by rerouting their funds. Mogadishu (AX) — In a daring cyber-heist revealing alarming flaws, hackers drained over $350,000 slated for a Somali solar venture. The hit spotlighted gaps in security at India-based International Solar Alliance (ISA). The intended recipients, Hayle Barise Energy Solutions, are paving the way for solar development in Somalia. Instead, the cash…

Jubaland Accuses Villa Somalia of Launching an Online Assault on its Leader MOGADISHU, Somalia - The spokesperson for Jubaland's leadership, Mohamed Hassan Hiis, has made serious assertions against Villa Somalia, the official residence of the President of Somalia. He claims they are bankrolling an online smear campaign to tarnish President Ahmed Madobe's image. It's a bold accusation that brings drama into the political theatrics of the region. Hiis pointed his finger directly at Abdulkadir Ali Dige, who holds the reins as…

A bustling apartment complex in Beirut became the target of an Israeli airstrike, as reported by eyewitnesses. This incident marks the first assault within the city amidst Israel's intensifying actions against Iran's regional allies. The airstrike struck the upper levels of an apartment building situated in the Kola neighborhood of Lebanon's capital, according to accounts from locals. At the moment, there has been no immediate feedback from the Israeli military regarding the situation. As Israel significantly ramps up its…

Dr. Ubah Farah, a fervent advocate for UNICEF Somalia, underscored the profound impact of this national endeavor to eliminate polio. "This initiative is a lifeline for vaccinating children against polio," Farah expressed. She emphasized that such initiatives are pivotal in public health, aiming to wipe out the poliovirus and stymie its spread. The campaign kicked off in central and southern Somalia, with plans to gradually include the semiautonomous state of Northeastern State and the self-declared region of Somaliland.…

The terrorist attack on Wednesday, August 18, in which 80 people died, took place in the northern part of the country on the Gorgadji-Abinda axis, an area that has been difficult to access since 2019 and regularly targeted by terrorist groups. Why is this area so targeted? To understand this, RFI contacted this expert…