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Israel strike in Qatar draws global condemnation
Israeli officials said the attack was aimed at Hamas’ headquarters in Doha, though details of how it was carried out remain unclear. An Israeli military spokesman suggested the air force was involved. Despite the strike, Qatar Airways flights continued to land in the capital
US and Egypt co-host Bright Star 25 joint military exercises
This year’s Bright Star joint military exercises are wrapping up after almost two weeks of training outside Cairo.
Nepal PM resigns as protesters torch politicians’ homes
Nepal’s prime minister resigned on Tuesday after nationwide protests over corruption and a government ban on social media left 19 people dead and hundreds injured the previous day.
Ethiopia launches Africa’s largest dam as neighbors eye power imports
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hailed the launch as a “big achievement,” saying the dam shows what Africans can accomplish. Leaders from across the continent attended the ceremony, with South Sudan and Kenya announcing plans to import Ethiopian power.
President Sisi orders authorities to review clemency request for activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah
A glimmer of hope for Alaa Abd el-Fattah after Egypt’s President Sisi ordered authorities to study a possible pardon for the well-known blogger and activist.
Power blackouts across Khartoum as city hit by wave of RSF drone strikes
Sudan’s capital Khartoum was plunged into darkness early on Tuesday after drone attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces triggered a major power outage across the city.
Demonstrators in Spain call for full arms embargo on Israel
Hundreds of people rallied in Madrid, Barcelona and other Spanish cities on Tuesday, protesting Israel’s offensive in Gaza and urging stronger government action in solidarity with Palestine.
African leaders push for climate investment at Ethiopia summit
Delegates are expected to finalize a declaration this week capturing Africa’s priorities, which will be presented at COP30 in November. COP30 President Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago attended the summit and expressed solidarity with Africa’s vision.
US President Trump to skip G20 summit in Johannesburg
After months of tense relations with South Africa, US President Trump says he won't attend the G20 summit in Johannesburg. His vice president, JD Vance, will represent him.
‘Get out of there’: Israeli PM urges Palestinians to evacuate ahead of Gaza City offensive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the residents of Gaza City to "get out of there" ahead of an offensive aimed at taking over the largest Palestinian city.