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SIPRI Warns Peacekeeping Missions at Risk Globally

 A new report released today by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has raised serious concerns about the future of international stability efforts, warning that peacekeeping missions across the world are facing mounting pressure due to declining troop contributions, funding shortages,
May 26, 2026

Fifty Dead, Hundreds Missing After Congo Boat Fire

A late-night tragedy on the Congo River has left at least 50 people dead and hundreds more missing after a crowded passenger boat caught fire and capsized, authorities confirmed Wednesday. The vessel, believed to be carrying more than 400 passengers, was making
April 17, 2025

Tariffs Force Shein and Temu to Raise Prices

Chinese-founded e-commerce giants Shein and Temu have announced they will soon raise prices for U.S. customers, citing the impact of new tariffs introduced under policies backed by  President Donald Trump. The changes come as part of a broader U.S. push to tighten
April 17, 2025

Leaders Map Out Long-Term Cooperation Across Sectors

 President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that Russia and China are working on ambitious, long-term plans to grow their partnership across a wide range of sectors. Speaking during a visit by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Putin praised the strong ties between the
April 17, 2025

Minister Kombo Pushes for Deeper Port Collaboration

Tanzania is looking to boost its port operations and global trade reach through a new partnership with one of Europe’s most established maritime hubs — the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium. During his recent visit to Belgium, the Minister of Foreign Affairs
April 17, 2025

Biden Warns Social Security System Under Threat

Former U.S. President Joe Biden strongly criticized the current administration’s approach to Social Security, warning that ongoing cost-cutting measures could severely weaken the system that millions of Americans depend on. Speaking to a packed auditorium at a national conference in Chicago, Biden
April 17, 2025

China Calls Itself World’s Market, Open to All

China is making it clear to the world: it sees itself not just as a rising power, but as the global marketplace—open for business and opportunity, no matter the political climate. As trade tensions with the United States continue to simmer, Chinese
April 16, 2025

China Open to Talks If Trump Shows Respect

In a move that could signal a thaw in frosty U.S.-China relations, Beijing has said it is open to renewed discussions with Washington but only if former President Donald Trump, or any future U.S. leadership, approaches talks with what China calls “mutual
April 16, 2025

Iran Reaffirms Its Right to Enrich Uranium

Iran has made it clear once again: its uranium enrichment program is not up for debate. As talks with the United States remain stalled, officials in Tehran are standing firm, stating that their ability to produce nuclear fuel is a national right—and
April 16, 2025
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