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New Orleans Attack: Driver Acted Alone in ISIS-Inspired Rampage That Killed 14, Authorities Confirm
03
Jan

New Orleans Attack: Driver Acted Alone in ISIS-Inspired Rampage That Killed 14, Authorities Confirm

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The driver behind the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, acted alone, according to an FBI official. Jabbar, a Texas-born U.S. citizen and Army veteran, used a pickup truck to ram into crowds on Bourbon Street, resulting in 14 fatalities and dozens of injuries. Authorities discovered a potential improvised explosive device (IED) […]

Ballistic Missile Fired from Yemen Intercepted by Israel’s Defense Forces, Fragments Land Near Modiin and Jerusalem
03
Jan

Ballistic Missile Fired from Yemen Intercepted by Israel’s Defense Forces, Fragments Land Near Modiin and Jerusalem

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Jerusalem, Israel – January 5, 2025 – Sirens were heard across central Israel, including Jerusalem, at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Friday after a ballistic missile was launched toward the country from Yemen. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) immediately responded, activating their missile defense systems, successfully intercepting the projectile in mid-air. Despite the successful interception, fragments […]

Guinea’s Transitional President Doumbouya Outlines Roadmap for Constitutional Reform and Elections in 2025
02
Jan

Guinea’s Transitional President Doumbouya Outlines Roadmap for Constitutional Reform and Elections in 2025

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In his New Year’s address on December 31, 2024, Guinea’s transitional president, General Mamadi Doumbouya, reflected on his administration’s achievements over the past year and laid out a comprehensive roadmap for the country’s political future. Doumbouya emphasized the importance of establishing strong, enduring institutions to safeguard Guinea’s democracy, while detailing key steps in the transition […]

South Korean Investigators to Send Black Box to US for Analysis After Jeju Air Crash
02
Jan

South Korean Investigators to Send Black Box to US for Analysis After Jeju Air Crash

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South Korean investigators have announced that they will send one of the retrieved black boxes from the Jeju Air crash to the United States for analysis. The disaster, which occurred on December 29, 2024, resulted in the deaths of 179 people, making it South Korea’s deadliest aviation accident. The flight, which was carrying 181 passengers […]

Uganda Officially Joins BRICS, Signaling a Shift in Global Partnerships
02
Jan

Uganda Officially Joins BRICS, Signaling a Shift in Global Partnerships

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Uganda has officially become a member of the BRICS bloc, marking a significant milestone in the country’s foreign policy and signaling a shift in its global partnerships. The BRICS group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is known for its focus on enhancing economic cooperation and fostering development in emerging markets. Uganda’s […]

Ivory Coast President Announces French Troop Withdrawal in January
02
Jan

Ivory Coast President Announces French Troop Withdrawal in January

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In a significant move, Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara announced in his end-of-year speech that French forces will withdraw from the West African nation in January. This decision marks another shift in the region as several countries in Africa have increasingly distanced themselves from their former colonial power, France. The withdrawal of French troops from […]

SA Economy Slowly but Steadily Improving: Ramaphosa
02
Jan

SA Economy Slowly but Steadily Improving: Ramaphosa

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has shared an optimistic outlook for South Africa’s economy, stating that it is “slowly but steadily improving.” In his New Year message, Ramaphosa highlighted the positive results of the far-reaching economic reforms implemented during the sixth administration. He pointed out that more South Africans are finding jobs as the economy recovers, and […]

- Slovak prime minister says Ukraine gas stoppage will have 'drastic' EU impact
02
Jan

Cutting Off Russian Gas to EU Will Have ‘Drastic’ Impact, Slovak PM Warns

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Slovak Prime Minister, Eduard Heger, has issued a stern warning about the potential consequences of cutting off Russian gas supplies to the European Union, calling such a move “drastic” and potentially devastating for the region’s energy security. In recent weeks, the EU has intensified its efforts to reduce dependency on Russian energy sources, especially in […]