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ICJ 80th Anniversary: Antonio Guterres calls for law to be respected
During a speech celebrating the 80th year anniversary of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Antonio Guterres warned that international law was falling apart before the world’s eyes.
World Athletics panel rejects athlete transfers to Turkey
A World Athletics panel has refused 11 athlete transfer requests to Turkey, over what it referred to as a ‘coordinated recruitment strategy’ from the country’s government.
Guinea: Restrictions on social media platforms lifted
Restrictions on several social media platforms that were noticed earlier in the week have now been lifted. Among the platforms were TikTok, Facebook and YouTube.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon
A ceasefire in Lebanon has brought a pause in fighting after weeks of war. Residents are returning to damaged homes as questions remain over how long the truce will hold.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon
A ceasefire in Lebanon has brought a pause in fighting after weeks of war. Residents are returning to damaged homes as questions remain over how long the truce will hold.
Oil prices plunge as markets rally after Strait of Hormuz reopens
In Europe, stocks surged in response to the news, with major indexes in France and Germany rising more than 2%. However, Asian markets, which closed before the announcement, ended the day lower.
Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz to commercial ships during ceasefire
US President Donald Trump thanked Tehran but said the naval blockade on Iran would stay in place until a peace deal is signed.
Deportees arrive in Kinshasa from U.S. under Trump agreement
After being deported from the U.S., around 15 people touched down in Kinshasa early Friday, under agreement between the Congolese government and the Trump administration.
Mugabe’s son pleads guilty to lesser charges in Johannesburg shooting case
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, 29, admitted in a Johannesburg court to illegally being in the country and pointing a firearm—but denied shooting and seriously injuring his gardener during an altercation in the upscale Hyde Park suburb.
Iran War: Energy shock drives Africa, Asia to nuclear power
The Iran war and resulting global energy shock are driving some countries in Africa and Asia to ramp up nuclear power generation.