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In a significant turn of events, Chad’s President Mahamat Déby has taken a bold step by suspending all visas for U.S. citizens. This decision, framed as a matter of "reciprocity," follows the revelation that the United States has blacklisted Chad and eleven other nations, barring their citizens from entry. The context is critical: in a sweeping travel ban recently enacted by former President Donald Trump, seven out of the twelve affected countries hail from Africa. This sweeping measure was justified by claims of…

Chad's Response to U.S. Visa Restrictions: A Matter of Dignity and National Pride In a notable reaction to international diplomacy, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno publicly condemned the travel ban imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. He characterized it as unjust and discriminatory, emphasizing that Chad felt it necessary to respond with reciprocal visa restrictions on American citizens. This action serves as more than a mere political maneuver; it is deeply interwoven with national pride. In a…

In a striking display of diplomacy and national pride, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno recently expressed his deep dissatisfaction with U.S. President Donald Trump's travel ban. He characterized the ban as unjust and discriminatory, prompting Chad to implement reciprocal visa restrictions for U.S. citizens. This decision, framed by Déby as a matter of “reciprocity,” reveals a nation asserting its dignity in the face of perceived injustice. On his official Facebook page, Déby underscored the gravity of these…

Canada's Prime Minister Responds to U.S. Tariff Increases In a significant escalation of trade tensions, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to double tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50%. This move raises concerns not just for Canada, which is the largest foreign supplier of these metals to the U.S., but for American workers and industries as well. Addressing the media in Ottawa, Carney stated, "The latest tariffs on steel and aluminum are unjustified, they're…

Enhancing Somalia's Aviation Security: A New Era of Collaboration Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant stride towards bolstering border security and refining screening protocols at entry points, Somalia has introduced a real-time aviation data-sharing system, developed in collaboration with the United States and Interpol. This initiative, unveiled on a Monday with the Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA) at the helm, is a part of Somalia’s broader institutional reforms aimed at enhancing national security. This…

Bosaso (AX) – In a significant development in the ongoing anti-terrorism efforts, recent U.S. airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least ten ISIS militants. This strategic operation focused on militant hideouts nestled within the rugged mountainous terrain between the Balade and Miraale valleys, as reported by Northeastern State's anti-ISIS operation command in a statement released on Tuesday. The airstrikes, executed by the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), specifically targeted groups of militants who had sought…

The Trump administration seems to be adding Rwanda to a growing roster of partner nations—similar to El Salvador, Mexico, and recently South Sudan—willing to accept deportees as part of its robust migration enforcement initiative. It raises the question: what motivates countries to become involved in these arrangements? In essence, the U.S. appears to be adopting a methodology reminiscent of the UK's earlier, contentious plan, which aimed to send asylum-seekers to specific countries. Yet this once-rejected…

US Airstrikes in Somalia Kill up to 174 People in 2025, Monitoring Group Reports MOGADISHU, Somalia – In an unfolding chapter of international military operations, a startling figure of 109 to 174 fatalities has been reported from 34 U.S. airstrikes conducted in Somalia in the year 2025. This data, sourced from a detailed report by the New America Foundation, a renowned Washington-based policy institute, underscores the notable increase in American military engagement worldwide. The report stops short of revealing the…

US Military Confirms Airstrike Against ISIS in Somalia NAIROBI, Kenya – In a resolute move to counter the threat of ISIS, the US Africa Command confirmed an airstrike in the Northeastern State region of Somalia. This operation signifies a firm commitment to quelling the expansion of ISIS across the eastern territories of northern Somalia—an endeavor that challenges both the local and international communities. Carried out on May 31st, this precise strike was conducted with the acknowledgment of…

Escalation of Visa Scrutiny Towards Harvard: A New Directive from the U.S. State Department In a bold move that highlights the evolving dynamics of U.S. foreign policy, a diplomatic cable signed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been issued, significantly intensifying the Trump administration’s stance toward Harvard University. This directive calls for embassies around the world to impose heightened scrutiny on visa applications from individuals associated with this prestigious…