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Zelensky urges Trump to visit Ukraine ahead of deal with Russia

This is a powerful and deeply emotional update from the frontlines of a war that’s now stretched into its fourth year. President Zelensky’s invitation...

We stand with Ukraine – Estonian President says as Russian missiles kill children, others

President Alar Karis' statement reflects the growing international condemnation of Russia's continued strikes on civilian areas in Ukraine, especially in the wake of such...

Israeli air strike destroys part of last functioning hospital in Gaza City

The situation in Gaza continues to be extremely serious and tragic, especially with the targeting of medical facilities like Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital, which are...

Nigerian bandit kingpin and 100 followers killed

Nigeria’s long-running battle against banditry—Gwaska Dankarami being reportedly killed, especially along with 100 of his suspected fighters, is a huge tactical and symbolic victory...

Iran says it wants ‘fair agreement’ as nuclear talks with US begin in Oman

This is a major geopolitical moment, and potentially a pivotal turning point—the first high-level talks between Iran and the U.S. since 2018, happening in...

NAF advocates nationwide rollout of air mobile first aid training

That’s a truly forward-thinking initiative from the Nigerian Air Force—integrating Air Mobile First Aid into emergency healthcare training could be a game-changer, especially in...

Security forces repels bandits’ attacks in Katsina

That’s an intense and commendable show of coordination by the security forces in Katsina. Two separate attacks in under an hour, both repelled with...

Hundreds of flights cancelled in China as strong winds hit capital

That's a wild weather situation up in Beijing—those wind speeds are no joke. Gusts up to 93 mph (150 kph) and a level 13...

US, Iran to hold high-stakes nuclear talks

The renewed US-Iran nuclear talks in Muscat, Oman, mark a critical moment in global diplomacy, as both sides cautiously explore the possibility of a...

Falana warns Akpabio against using police in political dispute

Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has issued a firm warning to Senate President Godswill Akpabio over his decision to involve the Nigeria...

South Korea’s president has been removed from power.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been officially removed from office after the Constitutional Court upheld his impeachment by parliament. This decision followed...

Imo government bans all taskforce

The Imo State Government has issued a ban on all forms of task forces operating within the state, particularly within the Owerri metropolis. The...

White House fires National Security Agency chief

This article details the firing of General Timothy Haugh, the head of both the National Security Agency (NSA) and U.S. Cyber Command, during the...

Lockerbie bombing whistleblower arrested in Libya

The arrest of Libyan writer and politician Samir Shegwara, following his publication of documents implicating Libya's intelligence service in the Lockerbie bombing, has drawn...

Piers Morgan predicts outcome of Trump’s trade tariffs

Piers Morgan's take on Donald Trump's tariffs highlights the uncertainty surrounding the impact of these bold economic measures. Trump's sweeping tariffs, including a 10%...

Why Independence Bridge was closed – Sanwo-Olu speaks on gridlock chaos in Lagos

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's apology to Lagos residents over the hours-long gridlock caused by the closure of the Independence Bridge underscores the challenges of managing...

INEC rejects petition to recall Natasha

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) rejecting the petition to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is a significant development, especially given the strong support for...

Global stocks slide as Trump tariffs hit markets

The global stock market's downturn following President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff announcements highlights the uncertainty and anxiety among investors regarding the potential economic impact...

I rejected $10,000 bribe from Akpabio, he told me five senators will be removed – Abbo

Ishaku Elisha Abbo's allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio have sparked significant controversy. His claims of rejecting a $10,000 bribe and accusing Akpabio of...

Israel to expand military operation and seize ‘large areas’ of Gaza

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz's announcement about expanding military operations in Gaza marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The aim, as stated,...

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