Deaths in violent protests in Senegal
At least nine people have died in Senegal in unrest following a verdict against opposition leader Sonko. The politician has been jailed on charges of “corruption of youth
Africa
The Tightrope Walk of Withdrawal
By the end of May 2024, the Bundeswehr will have withdrawn from Mali. They have to transport tons of material to Germany while fulfilling their mission at the same time
13 Million Children in Need of Assistance as Violence Escalates in Sudan
According to UNICEF, hundreds of children have been killed as a result of the ongoing conflict in Sudan
UN Special Envoy to Sudan Faces Calls for Removal: Government Fears “Chapter 7 Mandate” for UN Mission in Sudan
The UN Special Envoy to Sudan, Perthes, has become a thorn in the side of many, including Sudan’s military leaders who have called for his removal just before the UN…
Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Law Sparks Outrage
Western nations have expressed shock at the Ugandan law against homosexual acts, which includes the death penalty for “serious homosexuality.”
Sudan Extends Ceasefire by Five Days
The ceasefire in the Sudanese civil war has been extended by five days to allow for negotiations on a long-term agreement
USA threatens Sudan’s conflicting parties with sanctions
Even though a ceasefire has been declared in Sudan since Monday, fighting in the country continues
“Syrian President Bashar al-Assad Receives Brotherly Welcome at Arab League Summit”
During the Arab League summit in Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman warmly welcomed Syrian President Assad with a brotherly kiss
“G7 Unites for New Sanctions Against Russia, Controversies Arise Over Fighter Jets and China Trade”
During their summit in Japan, the G7 announced new sanctions against Russia
Sudan with two armies cannot be stable
One month after the start of the conflict in Sudan, it remains difficult for the UN to provide humanitarian assistance to the people affected