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Kenyan Protest Victim Boniface Kariuki Declared Brain Dead

Boniface Kariuki, a 29-year-old face mask vendor in Nairobi, has been declared brain dead after being shot in the head by police during anti-government protests on June 17, 2024. The shooting occurred amid widespread demonstrations against Kenya’s controversial Finance Bill 2024, which
June 30, 2025

DR Congo Marks 65 Years of Independence Amid Conflict

Today, June 30, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) marks 65 years since it gained independence from Belgium. This milestone is celebrated nationwide with parades and cultural events, especially in major cities like Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. However, the celebrations are
June 30, 2025

Eleven Killed in Sudan Desert Gold Mine Collapse

A devastating mine collapse in northeastern Sudan has left eleven gold miners dead and seven others injured, in yet another tragic incident highlighting the dangerous conditions facing artisanal miners in the country. The collapse occurred at the Kirsh al-Fil site, deep in
June 30, 2025

Iran Closes Oil Routes as Global Tensions Escalate

The Iranian Parliament has officially authorized the closure of vital oil shipping lanes in reaction to recent military strikes by the United States on Iranian nuclear and military sites. This move risks disrupting global oil supply chains and escalating energy market instability.
June 23, 2025

Iran Warns U.S. as Tensions Escalate Over Nuclear Strikes

Iran has sharply responded to recent United States airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, declaring that these attacks have expanded the scope of legitimate military targets for its armed forces. The country’s military spokesperson also criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, calling him a
June 23, 2025

IAEA Convenes Emergency Session Over Iran Crisis

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has called an emergency session of its Board of Governors, set for Monday in Vienna, Austria, to assess what Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has described as a “serious deterioration in nuclear safety and security” following
June 23, 2025

US Bombs Iran Nuclear Sites, Sparks Outcry

The United States launched coordinated airstrikes on three of Iran’s most sensitive nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. The decision, approved by President Donald Trump, was described as a direct response to the growing threat posed by Iran’s uranium enrichment program. Speaking
June 23, 2025

Netanyahu Thanks Trump for Iran Airstrikes

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly praised Donald Trump for authorizing U.S. military strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Netanyahu described the move as “bold” and “historic,” asserting that it could open the door to a more peaceful and secure future in
June 23, 2025
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