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The Trump administration has unveiled plans to close several U.S. embassies across Africa as part of a sweeping effort to reduce government spending, a move that could dramatically reshape America’s diplomatic presence on the continent. Nations potentially affected include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana,

Veteran journalist Don Lemon was taken into federal custody Thursday night while covering the Grammy Awards, sparking renewed debate over press freedom and the rights of reporters covering politically sensitive events. The arrest stems from Lemon’s presence at a protest earlier this

Tanzania and Brazil have pledged to deepen cooperation across key sectors, including health, agriculture, trade, investment, education, and security, in a renewed effort to benefit citizens and strengthen long-term development ties. The commitment was made on January 29, 2026, during high-level discussions

Ukraine has taken a decisive step toward its Western future after President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly confirmed that the country is working toward full membership in the European Union by 2027, marking one of the most significant milestones in its modern political history.

South Africa has announced plans to temporarily step back from participation in the Group of Twenty (G20) during the United States’ presidency in 2026, a move aimed at easing rising diplomatic tensions between Pretoria and Washington. The decision reflects growing strain in

The government of Borno State, northeastern Nigeria, has completed preparations to facilitate the voluntary return of more than 3,000 refugees from neighboring Cameroon to their ancestral homes after over 11 years in exile. This initiative comes as part of broader efforts to

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, urging Tehran to negotiate a nuclear deal or face consequences that, he suggested, would be significantly harsher than previous actions. The exchange comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and