Iran warns Israeli strikes in Lebanon could jeopardise US ceasefire
Iran has warned that Israeli attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon risk undermining its ceasefire agreement with the United States. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the truce applies across all fronts, including Lebanon, and warned that violations in one theatre could threaten the broader arrangement. The warning followedBenjamin Netanyahu’s, Israeli’s Prime Minister order for strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah attacks.
France seizes sanctioned Russian tanker with UK support
France has intercepted a sanctioned oil tanker suspected of belonging to Russia’s “shadow fleet”, with support from a British military helicopter. President Emmanuel Macron said the vessel was allegedly circumventing sanctions imposed over Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Kremlin condemned the move as illegal and accused France of actions bordering on piracy.
US court blocks removal of transgender troops
A US appeals court has temporarily prevented the Pentagon from expelling serving transgender military personnel while a legal challenge proceeds. However, the court allowed the Trump administration to continue barring transgender individuals from newly enlisting in the armed forces.
Netanyahu orders fresh strikes on Beirut suburbs
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister ordered attacks on Hezbollah-controlled areas in Beirut’s southern suburbs, raising fears of renewed escalation in Lebanon. Thousands of residents began fleeing the area as Israel signalled a tougher military response to Hezbollah attacks despite a ceasefire announced in April.
Denmark’s Frederiksen secures third term as prime minister
Mette Frederiksen, Danish Prime Minister has secured a third consecutive term after reaching an agreement to form a centre-left minority coalition government. The deal ends months of political uncertainty following March’s election and comes amid tensions with the United States over Greenland. AFRICA
UK wins arbitration dispute over Rwanda asylum deal
Britain will not have to pay Rwanda millions of pounds linked to the scrapped migrant deportation agreement, following a ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration. The tribunal rejected Rwanda’s financial claims after Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government cancelled the controversial policy.
Sonko says Pastef will stay out of Senegal’s new government
Ousmane Sonko, former Senegal prime minister has announced that his Pastef party will not participate in the country’s new government following his dismissal by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The decision deepens political uncertainty as Senegal grapples with mounting debt and economic pressures.
US to cut African visa-processing missions
The United States plans to reduce the number of embassies and consulates in Africa processing visa applications from 50 to 20, according to reports. The move is part of broader immigration policy changes under President Donald Trump and could significantly affect visa access across the continent.
Ebola survivors discharged from hospital in DR Congo
Five Ebola patients, including four healthcare workers, have recovered and been discharged from hospitals in eastern DR Congo. World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised the survivors, describing them as evidence that the outbreak can be contained with timely treatment.
WHO chief urges stronger response as Ebola outbreak grows
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has concluded a visit to DR Congo, warning that the Ebola outbreak may be significantly larger than official figures suggest. He called for increased international support, expanded testing and stronger community engagement to contain the disease.
