Moscow International Film Festival kicks off in Russian capital
The Russian capital is hosting the 47th edition of the Moscow International Film Festival (MIFF) on Thursday.
U.S. airstrikes kill 20 at Yemen oil port held by Houthis
U.S. airstrikes targeting the Ras Isa oil port held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels killed 20 people and wounded 50 others, the group said early Friday
Trump administration plans to shut down nearly 30 U.S. embassies — over half in Africa
While the proposal is still under review and has not been finalized, it has sparked debate among policymakers and international relations experts about the future of U.S. diplomacy and its role on the global stage.
U.S. calls on Rwanda to withdraw troops from eastern DRC and end support for M23 rebels
As regional and global actors intensify efforts for a political resolution, Washington has made it clear: ending foreign interference and armed group support is a non-negotiable step toward peace.
Exhibition honours Spanish artist Mariano Bertuchi’s vision of Morocco
In the Moroccan city of Tetouan, a new exhibition explores the life and landscapes of early 20th-century Morocco through the eyes of Spanish painter Mariano Bertuchi
Trump sparks backlash after remarking about Congo
The remark, particularly the phrase “I don’t know what that is,” referring to Congo—a nation of over 100 million people and one of Africa’s largest countries—has triggered widespread backlash online. Critics accused Trump of ignorance and of reinforcing harmful stereotypes about African nations.
Nigeria: Military Deactivates 42 Illegal Refineries, Arrests 42 Oil Thieves – DHQ
[Premium Times] The DHQ also said the troops recovered 117,395 litres of stolen crude oil, 22,050 litres of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil, 6,000 litres of Dual Purpose Kerosene and 8,060 litres of Premium Motor Spirit.
Returning home to nothing: Displaced families in eastern DRC face dire humanitarian crisis
The most recent wave of displacement, triggered by renewed violence and the dismantling of internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, has forced over a million people into precarious conditions. Humanitarian actors are on the ground, but their operations are hampered by serious funding shortfalls
Libyan leaders call for an inclusive political process
At a United Nations Security Council meeting Thursday, the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, Hanna Tetteh, informed the members, “most Libyan leaders call for an inclusive political process and note the urgent need to end unilateral actions and unify institutions.
Robot waiter steals the show at Havana restaurant
Despite Cuba's power outages, Doña Alicia in Havana is using a robot waiter to deliver meals and greet customers, attracting curious locals and tourists.