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Niger: Ex-rebel Ag Boula launches anti-coup movement

While the extent of support for the CRR is unclear, Ag Boula’s statement would worry the coup leaders given his…

Rheinmetall sending more Leopard tanks to Ukraine

The source said that for this purpose, the company had acquired 50 tanks of the older type Leopard 1 from…

Study reveals chemical contamination on International Space Station

High levels of radiation can accelerate the ageing of materials, including the breakdown of plastic goods into micro and nano…
Japanese city of Hiroshima commemorates victims of the atomic bombing 80 years ago, as global concerns over threat of nuclear conflict grow.

Japan marks 78th anniversary of Nagasaki nuclear attack

Japan on Wednesday commemorated the victims of the atomic bombing on the city of Nagasaki 78 years ago with an…
Fllod in Beijing China

Death toll rises to 33 after heavy rain in Beijing

In the immediate aftermath of the storm hitting the Chinese capital, 11 deaths were initially reported.
ECOWAS insists military junta in Niger must restore constitutional order by reinstating President Mohamed Bazoum, dismisses transition plan

Niger’s junta refuses entry to negotiators, allies appeal to UN

Ahead of the special ECOWAS summit on the coup in Niger, Nigeria has underscored its hope for a negotiated solution.
The Democratic Front (TDF) accused Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani, the military ruler of Niger Republic attempting to use Nigeria as an excuse to divert attention from his inability to turn around the fortune of his people after overthrowing a legitimately elected government.

Niger’s junta rejects diplomatic overtures backed by UN, U.S.

Heads of state from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are preparing for a summit on Thursday to…
Defiant Niger junta says country will overcome ECOWAS sanctions

Niger coup plotters name new prime minister

Niger coup plotters have named former economy minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine as the country’s new prime minister. This comes…
Shocked Glasgow residents told to 'leave homes immediately' after 'hazardous material' found

‘Hazardous material’: Shocked Glasgow residents told to ‘leave homes immediately’

“This incident has caused disruption to many people and I would urge members of the public to avoid the area…
The Democratic Front (TDF) accused Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani, the military ruler of Niger Republic attempting to use Nigeria as an excuse to divert attention from his inability to turn around the fortune of his people after overthrowing a legitimately elected government.

Niger junta blocks U.S. envoy from meeting President Bazoum

Nuland, who is the undersecretary of state said Bazoum is under “virtual house arrest”.
George Floyd and Derek Chauvin his killer

Ex-Minneapolis cop sentenced to 57 months in George Floyd’s death

Chauvin, who knelt on Floyd's neck for more than nine minutes, was convicted of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk says situation in Haiti getting worse with indiscriminate attacks by gangs

Haitian police teargas protesters against gang violence

One young protestor, James, said he was marching against the rise of gangs, which has devastated health care and security,…
Lightning strike kills 2 in central Mongolia

Lightning strike kills 2 in central Mongolia

The incident happened in Tsenkher soum (administrative subdivision) of Arkhangai province on Saturday night while they were making a phone…
Niger waits for a response from ECOWAS, after coup leaders in Niamey ignored a deadline to reinstate the ousted president

Italy calls on ECOWAS to extend Niger ultimatum

Given its uranium and oil riches and its pivotal role in a war with Islamist militants, Niger holds importance for…
Niger waits for a response from ECOWAS, after coup leaders in Niamey ignored a deadline to reinstate the ousted president

Niger waits ECOWAS’ response after junta rejects ultimatum

ECOWAS has said it would issue a statement on its next steps in response to the Niger junta’s refusal to…
ECOWAS insists military junta in Niger must restore constitutional order by reinstating President Mohamed Bazoum, dismisses transition plan

Coup: Niger Republic shuts air space, warns ECOWAS

Nigeria's led ECOWAS had last Sunday issued the military junta seven days's ultimatum to hand over power to Bazoum or…
U.S. Supreme Court on Monday says ex-President Donald Trump can claim immunity from prosecution as it relates to official acts as president.

Trump seeks judge replacement in election trial

Former U.S President Donald Trump says he will request that his trial be overseen by a different judge and that…
Japanese city of Hiroshima commemorates victims of the atomic bombing 80 years ago, as global concerns over threat of nuclear conflict grow.

Japan marks 78th anniversary of Hiroshima bombing

Kazumi Matsui, the mayor of Hiroshima, calls for the abolition of nuclear weapons as Japan marks the 78th anniversary of…
Justin Trudeau

Niger coup: Canada suspends direct budgetary support

Canada has suspended direct development assistance to the government of Niger in response to the attempted coup in the West…

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake rocks east China

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Pingyuan County in Shandong Province, eastern China, early Sunday morning, demolishing 126 houses. The earthquake…

Obama, Michelle mourn Charles Ogletree

Prior to his death, Ogletree advocated for various civil rights. He is remembered for his tenacious battles to get restitution…
The WHO database said heavy weapons were used and that 114 people, including 63 children, were killed and 35 wounded.

U.S., Norway, Britain demand immediate end to fighting in Sudan

The three countries called on the parties to the Sudan conflict to respect international humanitarian law to protect civilians.
Tinubu assents to Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill

Coup: Tinubu writes Senate to seek deployment of military to Niger

Tinubu, in the letter to the Senate, said following the unfortunate political situation in Niger Republic culminating in the overthrow…

Saudi extends voluntary cut in oil production

In September, the kingdom will produce nearly 9 million barrels of oil per day.
Russian ship on fire. Photo Ukraine navy

Naval drone damages Russian ship in Novorossiysk

A Ukrainian naval drone attack on the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk has left a landing ship severely damaged,…
U.S. soldiers in S. Korea caught smuggling, distributing drugs

U.S. soldiers caught smuggling, distributing drugs in S. Korea

She was caught distributing the cannabis in April after receiving intelligence from the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK).
Niger waits for a response from ECOWAS, after coup leaders in Niamey ignored a deadline to reinstate the ousted president

West African delegation arrives in Niger Republic

A delegation from the West African bloc ECOWAS arrived in Niger for discussions in an attempt to resolve a situation…
Niger waits for a response from ECOWAS, after coup leaders in Niamey ignored a deadline to reinstate the ousted president

Biden calls on Niger’s junta to release President Bazoum

The statement also comes on the day that the Nigerian President Bola Tinubu sent former Nigerian leader, Abdulsalami Abubakar to…
U.S. Supreme Court on Monday says ex-President Donald Trump can claim immunity from prosecution as it relates to official acts as president.

Trump pleads not guilty amid evidence of phone call to VP Pence

The indictment describes a phone call in which Pence told Trump there was no legal basis for the theory that…
Tinubu assents to Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill

Tinubu dispatches Gen. Abubakar, Sultan to Niger as envoy

The delegation, headed by former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (Rtd), left for Niamey on Thursday following a…
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