Category: World

The Foreign Secretary has today, 1 November, announced £5 million of urgent funding to provide lifesaving support for Sudan.  Speaking at the 21st Manama Dialogue Conference in Bahrain, the Foreign Secretary condemned the truly horrifying and utterly intolerable scenes in El-Fasher where 260,000 people, half of whom are children, are trapped in famine-like conditions, surrounded by violence, […]

WASHINGTON – Following a 4-day trial, a federal jury in the Middle District of Alabama convicted Kimani Jones, 32, also known as “Statik,” of Montgomery, Alabama, and Tremayne Lambert, 50, also known as “Bayrock,” of Montgomery, Alabama, on multiple charges of sex trafficking several victims.  Specifically, the jury found that Jones compelled seven victims, including […]

Marking Sunday’s International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the United Nations is calling for justice for those silenced, and protection for those still speaking truth to power – whether in conflict zones or in the online spaces where abuse is spreading fast. “Media professionals around the globe face mounting perils in their […]

In a statement issued by his Spokesperson, Secretary-General António Guterres deplored the loss of life and extended his condolences to the families of the victims. The Secretary-General called for “a thorough and impartial investigation into all allegations of excessive use of force,” urging Tanzanian authorities to uphold accountability and transparency in handling the post-election unrest. […]

This is a great pleasure to be here in Bahrain to join friends on the stage. Let me begin by thanking His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa… His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister… And the International Institute for Strategic Studies for bringing us together. […]

🏢 Business Fuel Price Relief in South AfricaSouth African motorists and businesses are set to benefit from a projected drop in petrol and diesel prices in early November. The Central Energy Fund attributes this to a stronger rand and lower global oil prices, easing import costs and offering relief to logistics and agricultural sectors CCE […]

Syria’s transitional government has intensified its anti-corruption campaign, arresting high-profile figures including relatives of former President Bashar al-Assad, in a sweeping effort to dismantle entrenched networks of illicit wealth and restore public trust. Post-Assad Era Ushers in Accountability Nearly a year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Syria’s new president Ahmed al-Sharaa has launched […]

Copper prices surged to a record $11,200 per metric tonne this week, marking a third consecutive monthly gain, driven by supply constraints and aggressive hedge fund positioning, before easing slightly on dollar strength. Market Milestone On Wednesday, 29 October 2025, copper futures on the London Metal Exchange (LME) reached a nominal record of $11,200 per […]

China’s Commerce Ministry has announced a one-year suspension of reciprocal port fees between Beijing and Washington, signaling a temporary easing of trade tensions. The U.S. has yet to formally confirm the agreement. Trade De-escalation Following Trump–Xi Summit On 30 October 2025, China’s Ministry of Commerce stated that both countries had agreed to pause reciprocal port […]

The United Nations has raised alarm over escalating human rights violations in Tanzania following the country’s disputed general election, urging authorities to restore civil liberties and ensure accountability for reported abuses. Widespread Unrest After Disputed Vote Following Tanzania’s 29 October 2025 general election, the UN Human Rights Office issued a formal statement expressing deep concern […]