Javad Zarif: Main threat to the Middle East is Israel, not Iran | Israel-Iran conflict

Javad Zarif: Main threat to the Middle East is Israel, not Iran | Israel-Iran conflict

Iran’s former foreign minister argues Israel, backed by the US, has killed every opportunity for peace. Months after being attacked by the United States and Israel, Iran finds itself in the crosshairs again, with Israeli officials lobbying US President Donald Trump to address Tehran’s ballistic missiles. Veteran Iranian diplomat Javad Zarif tells host Steve Clemons…

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Africa: Nigeria Reach Knock-Out Stage, Roche Hands Benin First Ever Afcon Win, Senegal and DR Congo Draw, Stalemate in East African Derby

East Africa: Ethiopia Continues Executing Its Key Role in Horn of Africa

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia is asserting itself as a major force in the Horn of Africa, leveraging its economic strength and strategic position to shape regional development and stability, according to Nebiyu Sihul, Director General of the Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party’s International Relations Directorate. In an exclusive interview with the Pulse of Africa (POA), Nebiyu…

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Africa: Nigeria Reach Knock-Out Stage, Roche Hands Benin First Ever Afcon Win, Senegal and DR Congo Draw, Stalemate in East African Derby

Africa: Sudan’s Delegate in Geneva Meets UNHCR Regional and Country Directors for Sudan and East Africa

Geneva, December 20, 2025 (SUNA) – On the sidelines of the World Refugee Forum, Sudan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Ambassador Hassan Hamid, held a joint coordination meeting on Saturday at the mission’s headquarters with Mamadou Dian, Regional Director of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) for East Africa, the Horn…

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Africa: Nigeria Reach Knock-Out Stage, Roche Hands Benin First Ever Afcon Win, Senegal and DR Congo Draw, Stalemate in East African Derby

East Africa: Climate Funding Falling Short for East Africa’s Vulnerable Communities, IGAD Warns

Nairobi — IGAD is working with member states on an anticipatory action roadmap, designed to ensure that early warnings for floods, droughts and other climate hazards trigger concrete measures that protect lives, livelihoods and property. Despite billions pledged globally for climate action, only a small fraction reaches the communities most affected by droughts, floods and…

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Africa: Nigeria Reach Knock-Out Stage, Roche Hands Benin First Ever Afcon Win, Senegal and DR Congo Draw, Stalemate in East African Derby

East Africa: Ethiopia Sustains Economic Initiatives to Drive Regional Integration in Horn of Africa

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia is carrying its continued inspiring endeavors that strengthen economic cooperation and regional integration in the Horn of Africa, according to veteran experts. Approached by ENA, experts in the field noted that Ethiopia is strengthening its commitment in carrying out activities to ensure peace, development and regional integration in the Horn of…

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