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African Nations Push Back Against U.S. Pressure

In a growing sign of diplomatic self-confidence, several African nations are choosing to chart their own course, rejecting conditional aid and geopolitical pressure from powerful countries like the United States. The shift, unfolding in 2025, reflects a more assertive approach to sovereignty—one
June 5, 2025

Netanyahu Heads to Washington for Talks with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Monday to hold talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Their discussions will focus on a broad range of issues, including trade tariffs, regional security threats, and the ongoing conflict in
June 5, 2025

Modi to Attend July BRICS Summit in Brazil

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, scheduled for July 6-7, 2025. This important event will bring together leaders from the major emerging economies — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South
June 5, 2025

Tanzania Shuts Down Church Amid Controversy

The decision by Tanzanian authorities to deregister the Glory of Christ Tanzania Church, led by outspoken Bishop Josephat Gwajima, has ignited a heated national debate about the intersection of religious freedom and state control. On June 2, 2025, the Registrar of Civil
June 5, 2025

Human Rights Watch Urges ICC Transparency

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is in the process of drafting a new policy to address crimes committed or facilitated through digital technology. Recognizing how modern technology has transformed the nature of crime, the ICC’s Office of the Prosecutor aims to create
June 4, 2025

Duterte Faces ICC Arrest Warrant Threat

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is reportedly preparing for the possibility that the International Criminal Court (ICC) will issue an arrest warrant against former President Rodrigo Duterte, in connection with his administration’s bloody anti-narcotics campaign. The Court, based in The Hague, has
June 4, 2025

Joseph Kony’s ICC Hearing to Proceed Without Him

For the first time in its history, the International Criminal Court (ICC) will conduct a confirmation of charges hearing in the absence of the accused — Joseph Kony, the elusive leader of Uganda’s Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA). The in absentia hearing is
June 4, 2025

India’s Russian Arms Purchase Strains U.S. Relations

India’s ongoing decision to procure military equipment from Russia has recently sparked tensions with the United States, underscoring the complexities of their diplomatic relationship. During a recent event in Washington, D.C., U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick expressed that  President Donald Trump
June 4, 2025
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