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Protests Erupt as Georgia Swears in New President

Amid weeks of protests and political turmoil, Mikheil Kavelashvili, a former professional footballer and far-right politician, was sworn in as Georgia’s president on Sunday in a ceremony held in the nation’s parliament in Tbilisi. The 53-year-old pledged to serve the country’s interests,
December 31, 2024

South Korean Court Approves Arrest of Former President

A South Korean court has granted permission for the arrest of former President Yoon Suk Yeol after he ignored three summonses from the country’s corruption investigation agency. Yoon is being investigated for alleged abuse of power and other misconduct involving high-ranking government
December 31, 2024

Tanzania Seeks Investors for $400 Million Soda Ash Plant

The National Development Corporation (NDC) has opened bids for the development of a soda ash processing plant in the Engaruka Basin, located in Monduli District, Arusha Region. This project, expected to cost $400 million, marks a significant milestone in Tanzania’s efforts to
December 31, 2024

CHADEMA Leadership Race, Lissu and Mbowe Face Off

Tanzania’s leading opposition party, CHADEMA, the political spotlight has turned to a high-stakes leadership contest. Tundu Lissu, a veteran politician and the party’s outspoken Vice Chairman, has declared his candidacy for the party’s chairmanship, challenging the longstanding leader, Freeman Mbowe. This announcement
December 31, 2024

Putin Withdraws Russia from Global Nuclear Pact

 Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally withdrawn the country from the Multilateral Nuclear Environmental Program (MNEPR), a long-standing international agreement focused on nuclear safety and environmental protection. The decision marks another step in Russia’s retreat from global arms control and environmental frameworks
December 30, 2024

Trump Urges EU to Buy US Energy or Face Tariffs

President-elect Donald Trump has issued a bold challenge to the European Union (EU), calling for the bloc to significantly increase its purchase of American oil and gas. Trump argues this would help reduce the substantial trade deficit between the two economic powers,
December 30, 2024
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