Headlines- Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan's army chief, attended high-level discussions in Iran about the resumption of talks between the US and Iran.
- In an interview with Iranian state media on Wednesday, Mohsen Rezaei, the military advisor to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, threatened that Iran would sink US ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The United States on Wednesday threatened to sanction buyers of Iranian oil and said it believed China would pause such purchases as Washington enforces a maritime blockade on Iran.
- Israel's strikes against Hezbollah have resulted in at least 2,167 deaths and 7,061 injuries in Lebanon.
- Iran will compete in the World Cup "for sure" despite the war with the United States, FIFA President Gianni Infantino reaffirmed on Wednesday.
- Iran's army has threatened to block trade via the Red Sea, the Gulf, and the Sea of Oman if the US naval blockade of Iranian ports persists.
Tag: Africa
South Sudan’s Collapsed Healthcare System Affects...
Thousands of refugees, many of them children, are being forced to flee political unrest in Sudan to seek safety in neighboring South Sudan. There, they face a different threat: a collapsing healthcare system that unable to provide them the treatment they need.
Survivors of Rwandan Genocide Want Increased Education
Thirty years after the genocide in Rwanda, survivors continue to grapple with fear and trauma They say that the ongoing battle against misinformation and genocide denial have made their situation worse, which has led to requests for increased education and awareness to foster genocide free world.
Businesswomen Envision Mozambique as Greener Country
In Mozambique, two female entrepreneurs started businesses that lessen pollution and combat climate change.
Congo’s IDP Camps Volunteers Bring Children...
Goma, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has been hosting displaced Saké and nearby people. In several camps near Goma, almost 60,000 displaced persons have joined thousands of others.Reporter Zanem Zaidi has the story on how a group of young volunteers is helping the thousands of recently displaced children with song and dance to cope with their trauma.
Strike Continues by Kenyan Doctors
Doctors in Kenya are on strike for better pay and working conditions. They are demanding that the government guarantee the implementation of collective bargaining agreements that go back to 2017 after a strike that lasted a hundred days and resulted in the deaths of scores of people because of the lack of medical care.
Box Office Milestone Gives Optimism to...
The Nigerian film industry, often referred to as Nollywood, is making strides in terms of both art and box office popularity. It is now the second largest moviemaker in the world by volume.
Despite Economic Challenges, Kenyans Observe Ramadan
People in Mombasa, a predominantly Muslim coastal city.Amid hard economic times, Kenya observes the holy month of Ramadan.
Congolese Kickboxer Hopes to Become World...
In the coastal city of Pointe Noire, the Republic of Congo, a young man from the Fond Tie-Tie neighborhood, has embraced kickboxing his passion. Being a boxing champion and serving his community is, he claims, his biggest dream.
Five African Nations Would be Connected...
West African countries are pushing for the construction of a major highway network that would connect five countries —from Ivory Coast to Nigeria. According to the African Development Bank, every participating country will benefit economically from the project.
Somali Boy Takes Care for Neglected...
In Mogadishu, a young boy from Somalia has made it his mission to feed the neglected dogs and cats he finds on the streets. It is a call to action to follow his inspiring mission.