Global diplomatic shifts: US-France un dispute, Romania’s drone response, Saudi Arabia’s defense, and Chad exits ICC
Partager Écouter l’article Ajouter aux favoris UN: United States delegation walks out in protest of French criticism. A diplomatic spat erupted at the United Nations Security Council on Monday when the American delegation exited the chamber as the French ambassador began to speak. The US delegation denounced France’s comments as “hypocritical” after Paris had drawn […]
AES leaders reinforce security cooperation in Niamey
Niamey – Consultations among high-ranking officials from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) are actively progressing, coinciding with the third anniversary celebrations marking the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP)’s rise to power. On Monday, July 27, 2026, Major General Mohamed Toumba, Niger’s Minister of State for Interior, Public Security, and Territorial […]
Niger under military rule: three years of isolation and hardship
Three years ago, Niger entered a precarious phase of political, economic, and security turmoil following the military takeover in July 2023. The coup, framed as a historic shift to restore national sovereignty, was also supposed to enhance security, revitalize the economy, and foster national unity. Yet, as the junta marks this grim milestone, its promises […]
Cameroon’s Paul Biya concludes unprecedented Swiss stay amid speculation
Cameroon’s head of state, Paul Biya, has just wrapped up an unusually extended official visit to Switzerland that has sparked fresh waves of discussion about his presidency and longevity in power. The prolonged absence from Cameroon, now stretching into weeks, has fueled persistent rumors—despite official denials—about the 90-year-old leader’s health and ability to govern. The […]
Chad withdraws from the international criminal court amid criticism
Africa Chad withdraws from the international criminal court amid criticism N’Djamena cites the court’s limited and uneven effectiveness as the primary reason for its withdrawal. in N’Djamena The government of Chad announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, citing the court’s limited and inconsistent effectiveness in a statement released by the cabinet’s […]
Senegal President Diomaye Faye Launches New Political Party
Sénégal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially launched his new political party, Kiiraay – Les Patriotes républicains. The name « kiiraay » means « protection » in Wolof, and the president aims to make it a core principle of his future actions. The launch follows Diomaye Faye’s decision to leave the Pastef party, which he […]
Togo Protests: Anti-constitutional Reform Sparks Widespread Dissent
Widespread Demonstrations Erupt in Togo Over Proposed Constitutional Reforms Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Vogan, a town in southern Togo, on Sunday to voice their opposition to a proposed constitutional reform that they claim would allow President Faure Gnassingbé to maintain his grip on power indefinitely. The demonstration, organized by the Cadré […]
Togo challenges ECOWAS court ruling on constitutional reform
The Togolese authorities have swiftly responded to the January 29 ruling by the ECOWAS Court of Justice, which characterized Togo’s March 2024 constitutional revision as an “unconstitutional change of government.” The government issued a strong rebuttal this Sunday, asserting that the regional judicial body had unequivocally exceeded its mandate. “No competence to review constitutionality” In […]
Us military intervention considered in Mali against jnim
The United States government, under the Trump administration, is reportedly evaluating the prospect of military airstrikes within Mali, targeting the jihadist group Jnim, which maintains ties to Al-Qaeda. This group has been exerting significant pressure on Mali’s transitional government. Should these strikes proceed, Mali would mark the eighth nation to face American military action during […]
Prominent ministers abandon pastef, declare it an ’empty shell’
A significant political shift is unfolding in Sénégal as three key ministers, including Yankhoba Diémé, have announced their departure from Pastef. Their decision to align with President Diomaye comes with a stark declaration, labeling Ousmane Sonko‘s former party a ‘hollow shell,’ signaling a profound transformation within the nation’s political landscape. Ministers Ibrahima Sy, Yankhoba Diémé, […]
Paul Biya’s Swiss Sojourn: A Growing Concern for Cameroon’s Future
Forty-nine days. That’s the amount of time Paul Biya has been away from Cameroun, a number that equals his longest absence since 2024. Departed on June 7 for a private trip in Europe, the 93-year-old president has not appeared in public since. In Yaoundé’s newsrooms, the counter is ticking and anxiety is growing. Unprecedented Absence […]