Pope Francis calls for release of nuns, other hostages kidnapped in Haiti
Violence has been escalating for months in Haiti as gangs jockey for power and seek to put pressure on interim Prime Minister Ariel Henry, ahead of the Feb. 7 expiry of a political accord that consolidated his power.
Egyptian President Sisi warns Cairo will not allow any threat to Somalia or its security
Ethiopia’s current main port for maritime exports is in the neighbouring country of Djibouti.
Nato’s Steadfast Defender exercises mark return to Cold War schemes – Russian foreign ministry
NATO did not mention Russia by name in its announcement. But its top strategic document identifies Russia as the most significant and direct threat to NATO members’ security.
Africa Cup of Nations: Senegal coach discharged from hospital as injured player sent home
Cisse has been coach of his country since 2015 and led them to victory at the last Cup of Nations two years ago. The 47-year-old also coached them at the last two World Cup finals.
Israeli military says it has uncovered Gaza underground tunnel that once held hostages
No hostages were there when it was discovered. The military released photos from the underground labyrinth and said it brought in journalists to document the tunnel before it was destroyed.
Man United poaches Man City’s experienced chief executive to replace outgoing Stewart
The statement on X, formerly Twitter, added: “He is currently serving as chief football operations officer for City Football Group overseeing 11 clubs across five continents and, prior to this, held senior roles at Barcelona.
Der Kaizer: Bayern Munich commemorate ‘great German’ Beckenbauer in stadium ceremony
Beckenbauer also won the World Cup as Germany coach in 1990 and was one of only three people to achieve the feat as both player and coach.
Congolese President Tshisekedi sworn in for second term after disputed vote
Tshisekedi took the oath of office in a stadium in the capital Kinshasa that was packed with supporters waving small flags, government officials, African heads of state and other foreign envoys including from the United States, China, and France.
Non-Aligned Movement leaders meeting in Uganda denounces Israel’s military campaign in Gaza
Nearly all African countries belong to the NAM, comprising nearly half of its members, while other members range from India and Indonesia to Saudi Arabia and Iran, Chile, Peru and Colombia.
‘Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards, Hezbollah helping Houthi launch strikes on Red Sea shipping’
In his weekly news conferences, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has repeatedly denied Tehran is involved in the Red Sea attacks by the Houthis. The IRGC public relations office did not respond to request for comment.
