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Putin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’

Speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit, Putin frames Moscow as an alternative to former colonial powers.

Israel’s choice: Netanyahu remaining in power or a Palestinian-backed coalition

Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition had lost its mandate, and the opposition had a firm majority. But most of Israel’s Jewish opposition ruled out governing with Palestinian-led parties, in the course of a racist election campaign that saw Netanyahu painting Palestinian citizens as an enemy inside the state.

Faster, deadlier Russian drones shift warfare into horrifying new phase

Moscow's new jet-powered drones rip through the sky at hundreds of kilometres an hour, slamming into buildings day and night, and Ukraine's defences are struggling to keep up.

Vladimir Putin hails Elon Musk’s ‘genius’ amid plans for Russian Starlink

Russia plans to build own version of US billionaire’s satellite communications to help attack Ukraine Vladimir Putin praised Elon Musk’s genius and said he was in touch with Starlink’s controlling shareholder as Russia develops its own satellite communications for its military to use against Ukraine. The Russian president, speaking at a summit with African leaders in Moscow, was comparing the Earth-orbiting network built by Musk’s SpaceX with Russia’s gradual efforts to build its own Rassvet constellation.

Balad leader blasts ‘racist’ exclusion of Arab parties in Israel

Elections have yielded no clear winner but opposition bloc refuses to ally with Arab parties.

Bone of contention: why dog trainers are at war

It’s the canine equivalent of gentle v tough parenting – and there is no sign of a ceasefire. Puppy to 14 months, and beyond.

Myanmar diplomat breaks down as he urges world to 'end our suffering'

Kyaw Moe Tun - Myanmar's representative to the UN - makes an emotional appeal after saying the international community had failed the country's people.

Evacuation from Oleshky: How are preparations going?

A lawyer with the Save Ukraine Foundation, Myroslava Kharchenko, told DW about what has been happening in Russian-occupied Oleshky since a temporary ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump took effect.

Canada-EU summit: What do both sides want, and what’s at stake?

The EU has proposed to make Canada its first associate member amid tensions over US tariffs.

Ethiopia receives 12 Russian Su-35 jets, plans S-400 acquisition

PM Abiy Ahmed makes announcement during a Moscow summit as Ethiopia battles armed groups in Tigray and Amhara.

We cannot eat or drink gold – Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings warns against environmental destruction.

The Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has warned against the destruction of Ghana’s natural resources through illegal mining, saying the pursuit of gold must not come at the expense of the environment and human survival. In her social media post following a field visit to illegal mining sites in Osino, facilitated by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Dr Agyeman-Rawlings expressed concern about the scale of environmental damage caused by mining activities.

Dr Zanetor warns against sacrificing Ghana’s future for gold

The Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has cautioned against prioritising gold extraction over environmental protection, warning that continued destruction of natural resources could undermine the future of generations to come. Dr Agyeman-Rawlings raised the concern following a field visit to illegal mining sites in Osino, facilitated by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).

Kremlin says European countries not included in next Ukraine talks

The comment comes as UK and Netherlands pledge extra military support for Kyiv.

Israeli soldier visiting UK faces war crimes complaint

New UK war crimes complaint against an Israeli soldier highlights a global legal campaign to end systemic impunity.

What would a new Israeli government mean for Arab neighbors? More of the same is expected, with some small positives predicted.

What would a new Israeli government mean for Arab neighbors? A new Israeli government is unlikely to bring big changes on controversial topics like Palestinian statehood and Israeli troops in Lebanon and Syria, experts say.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy irked by US-Russia-China summit

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced his concerns about a probable meeting between the leaders of the US, China and Russia next month. Plus, a localized truce appeared to be holding in the town of Oleshky.

French Embassy donates 300 drug test kits to NACOC for airport enforcement

The French Embassy in Ghana has donated 300 packs of drug test kits to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to support its enforcement operations at Accra International Airport. Receiving the items on behalf of the Commission, the Deputy Director-General in charge of Enforcement, Control and Elimination, Lawyer Alexander Twum-Barimah, expressed appreciation to the French Embassy and the DCI team for the gesture.

What is the controversy between Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and China?

The French superstar's comments about Mao Zedong have drawn the ire of China, a lucrative market for sports teams.

We’re not behind waving of Russian flags during 2024 protests in Nigeria – Russia Foreign Minister

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov has dismissed insinuations that the Russian government sponsored some Nigerian youths who waved Russian flags during the 2024 #EndBadGovernance protests. Lavrov, who spoke in Moscow on the sidelines of the Third Russia-Africa Summit, in response to a question by the News Agency of Nigeria, said Russia had no hand in the action and distanced Moscow from any attempt to undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty.

Judoka determined to prove refugees belong at Dakar 2026

Arno Yafunga Botay fled DR Congo with his family in 2017 and will compete at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics as a member of the Refugee Olympic Team.

Russia woos African leaders at Moscow summit

A summit with nearly two dozen African leaders opened in Moscow Wednesday, with the Kremlin describing their countries as “natural allies” against the West. The pledge came as attacks in the Black Sea linked to the conflict in Ukraine continue to disrupt exports of grain from both Russia and Ukraine. – ‘Neocolonialism’ – Putin also announced that Moscow planned to “localise” the production of “effective Russian medicines and vaccines” on the African continent, and noted that the number of African students in Russia had swelled 50 percent since 2020.

Is Iran headed to war or peace after Mecca alliance meeting?

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have taken their latest peace push directly to Tehran. Officially, it was to avert a new military escalation, but their diplomatic outreach can also be seen as a warning to Iran.

Sreekaryam flyover: CM flags project lapses, warns of cost escalation

Families brace for a fourth winter of wind, rain and floods in Gaza’s camps

Gaza's impending winter is likely to lead to further devastation for Palestinians.