EU Bans Sudan Gold Imports to Curb War Funding The European Union has banned purchases, imports, and transfers of gold from Sudan, as well as exports of mercury and cyanide used in gold mining, in a bid to starve a key source of revenue for the country’s civil war. The conflict between the Sudanese army and the…
UN Warns Sudan Crisis Reaches Catastrophic Levels The humanitarian crisis in Sudan has dramatically worsened in 2026 and the United Nations is calling it the world’s worst humanitarian emergency. At least 59,000 civilians have been killed and 14 million displaced since fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) erupted…
Nigeria Rescues 46 Abducted Children in Military Operation Nigerian security forces have rescued 46 children and several teachers who were abducted by suspected Ansaru militants during attacks on three schools in Oyo State two months ago. President Bola Tinubu said the military, police and intelligence-led operation killed several militants, arrested eight suspects and secured the hostages’ release without…
The following is the transcript of an interview with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on July 12, 2026. MARGARET BRENNAN: We’re joined now by Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Dr. Michael Leiter. Good to have you back here. ISRAELI AMBASSADOR MICHAEL LEITER: Good…
Uganda Law Society at Odds With Judiciary Over Colonial Traditions Uganda’s judiciary has rejected a directive by the Uganda Law Society (ULS) instructing lawyers to stop addressing judges as “My Lord” or “My Lady” and to end the practice of bowing in court, arguing that the legal body has no authority to dictate courtroom…
A man lost his hand after an explosive device detonated while he was cleaning up Fourth of July firework debris on a Northern California beach. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Jason Turner and his girlfriend were walking along Point St. George Beach in Del Norte…
While Apple enthusiasts await a foldable iPhone, Samsung is moving to cement its market dominance at its upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, scheduled for July 22, 2026, in London. While official event teasers broadly promise “innovations that build on leadership in foldables,” supply chain leaks point to a historic shift: Samsung may debut two distinct versions…
UK Police Search for Zimbabwe-Bound Triple Murder Suspect British police have launched an international manhunt for 45-year-old Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, also known as Mark. He allegedly killed his wife, Nothabo Zandile Tshuma, 42, and their two daughters, Natalie, 15, and Nala, five, at their home near Bedford before fleeing the UK. Authorities say Tshuma left through…
Ghana Postpones South Africa’s Ramaphosa Visit Amid Xenophobia Row Ghana has postponed a planned August visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa amid rising diplomatic tensions over anti-foreigner protests in South Africa. According to Ghanaian officials, the visit was deferred because of the current climate surrounding xenophobia, following the repatriation of hundreds of Ghanaian…
Burkina Faso Military Accused of Trapping Civilians in Besieged Areas In Burkina Faso, civilians and aid workers said that the military is preventing people from leaving towns under siege by jihadist groups, forcing residents to stay in perilous conditions of hunger, insecurity and lack of access to basic services. Soldiers have turned people away from military…
