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South Korea Sentences Former President Yoon Life

In a landmark ruling, the South Korean judiciary has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for his role in orchestrating a political uprising linked to his abrupt 2024 military law announcement. The verdict marks one of the most severe
February 20, 2026

Trump Imposes Sanctions On ICC Over Israel Investigations

President Donald Trump has  signed a new executive order , imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations involving Israel, a key U.S. ally. The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,
February 7, 2025

How Ready Are African Leaders As U.S. Support Wanes?

As the winds of change blow through the global landscape, African leaders find themselves at a crucial crossroads. With the United States signaling a potential reduction in support for key international organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United States
February 7, 2025

Trump Plans To Cut US Funding To South Africa

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to cut all funding to South Africa and has initiated an investigation into the country’s policies, alleging a “massive” human rights violation against white people due to a new land expropriation law. On his Truth
February 7, 2025

‘We Will Not Be Bullied’-Romaphosa To Trump

In his annual address to the nation on Thursday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa appeared to address threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, asserting that his country would “not be bullied.” Ramaphosa’s remarks were interpreted as a response to Trump’s announcement to
February 7, 2025

UN Reports Nearly 3,000 Deaths in Goma Crisis

The situation in Goma is becoming increasingly dire, with the death toll continuing to rise following the recent fighting. The city is grappling with the heartbreaking sight of bodies floating in Lake Kivu and others still being retrieved from around the area.
February 6, 2025

U.S. Moves Immigrants to Guantanamo Bay Facility

The U.S. government has recently transported the first group of immigrants to the Guantanamo Bay detention center, a decision that follows President Donald Trump’s announcement to expand the facility. This move comes as part of a broader effort to manage unauthorized immigration
February 6, 2025

US State Department Moves to Close USAID Operations

The U.S. State Department has ordered the closure of all overseas missions run by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and is preparing to recall thousands of staff members stationed around the world. This decision comes amid President Donald Trump’s broader
February 6, 2025
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