A deadly attack near Gao, in northeastern Mali, has left over 50 people dead following an ambush on a convoy and its army escort on Friday. The assault took place near the village of Kobe, approximately 30 kilometers from Gao, a region plagued by militant activity for more than a decade. Local officials confirmed that […]
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The United Nations has condemned Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for actively blocking life-saving aid from reaching the war-torn region of Darfur, where widespread famine is threatening millions. The RSF, engaged in a brutal conflict with Sudan’s regular army since April 2023, controls nearly the entire Darfur region, which spans an area roughly the size […]
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The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates that imposing tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico could generate $1.4 trillion in revenue over a decade. However, extending former President Trump’s tax cuts could cost $4.6 trillion over the same period, highlighting a significant fiscal imbalance that raises concerns among economists about the long-term effects of […]
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The United Nations’ International Organization for Migration (IOM) has voiced its grave concern over the discovery of mass graves containing dozens of migrant bodies in southeastern Libya. The findings, revealed on Monday, have further highlighted the dangers faced by migrants traversing Libya on their perilous journey to Europe. On Sunday, Libyan authorities announced the discovery […]
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Nineteen bodies were discovered in Jakharrah, around 400 km south of the coastal city of Benghazi, while at least 30 more were found in a mass grave in the Alkufra desert in the southeast. It is believed the second grave may contain as many as 70 bodies. It is not yet known how the people […]
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Europe is facing a critical gap in its energy infrastructure, with over 500 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity sitting idle due to insufficient grid connections, according to Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of Hitachi Energy. As the continent struggles to meet soaring energy demands and achieve its climate goals, Schierenbeck has called for urgent investment in […]
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Poland is positioning itself to not only catch up with but surpass leading Western economies, as it prepares to inject over €150 billion into its economy in 2025, according to Prime Minister Donald Tusk. This marks a record investment figure, reflecting Poland’s aspirations to lead Europe in sectors such as logistics, green energy, and artificial […]
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As Paris hosts the Global AI Summit today and tomorrow, Brookfield, a Canadian investment fund, has announced a €20 billion ($21 billion) investment into France’s data infrastructure by 2030. The funds will be directed towards building data centres crucial for advancing the country’s role in the global AI race. This significant investment aligns with France’s […]
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Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called for immediate action to repatriate thousands of nationals trapped in dire conditions at detention camps in northeastern Syria. The organization highlights the life-threatening environment faced by detainees, including women and children, and urges countries to uphold their legal obligations to prosecute those involved in crimes while facilitating reintegration efforts. […]
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HELSINKI, 10 February 2025 – This week, representatives from governments, civil society, Jewish communities, and experts across the OSCE region have gathered in Helsinki for the Annual Conference on Addressing Anti-Semitism. The event focuses on strengthening efforts to combat anti-Semitism and other forms of intolerance while fostering inclusivity and tolerance in societies. In her opening […]
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