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More than 200,000 people have fled their homes in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo as clashes intensify between government forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel movement, according to a statement issued by the United Nations late Monday. The sudden surge in

A leader of the feared militia in Sudan has been sentenced to 20 years behind bars by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for atrocities committed during the Darfur conflict more than two decades ago. The ruling marks the first time the ICC

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on 9 December 2025 that he is prepared to hold presidential elections within 60 to 90 days, provided that security conditions and legal requirements are met. Speaking to journalists while travelling from Rome to Poland, Zelenskyy called

The rebel group March 23 Movement (M23) has reportedly seized control of the strategic town of Uvira, located in the South Kivu province of the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), near the border with Burundi. The takeover followed intense fighting on

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he expects the second phase of a U.S.-backed ceasefire plan in Gaza to begin “in the coming days,” signaling cautious progress in efforts to stabilize the war-torn region. His comments followed discussions with visiting German

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has described his recent negotiations with U.S. representatives over a potential peace plan as constructive, despite persistent challenges, signaling Kyiv’s ongoing commitment to pursuing diplomatic solutions even as the war with Russia continues. Over several days of discussions,

More than 754 people fleeing fresh violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo have crossed into Rwanda through the Bugarama–Kamanyola border in Rusizi District, marking one of the largest recent influxes of displaced families from DRC. According to local authorities, the movement