Category: Global News
Pakistan says ceasefire hinges on Afghanistan curbing armed groups
Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif says Pakistan Taliban operates ‘in connivance’ with Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban.
Inquiry recommends Lisbon funicular trams stay closed after September crash
September Lisbon funicular crash killed 16 due to faulty cable, prompting closure of other funiculars for safety checks.
Argentina’s central bank says it signed $20bn currency swap deal with US
Central bank says deal part of a comprehensive strategy to help it respond to forex and capital markets volatility.
Who can enforce the Gaza ceasefire deal?
Israel has breached the Gaza ceasefire with Hamas, killing dozens of Palestinians.
BNP Paribas shares fall after US jury’s Sudan verdict
The French bank will pay more than $20m to three plaintiffs amid allegations of human rights abuses.
Madagascar’s new prime minister named after military coup
Exiled former President Rajoelina condemns takeover and refuses to step down despite defections in the security forces.
US, Australia sign rare earth, mineral agreement as China tightens supply
US President Donald Trump said the deal had been negotiated over the last four to five months.
As public media funds officially dry up, local radio stations struggle
Local stations like the Allegheny Mountain Radio serve as a key resource for locals during times of stress.
Nigeria’s victims of #EndSARS protest violence await justice five years on
Victims and families of protesters shot dead by security forces say promises of accountability, compensation not met.
Body of Nepali student held in Gaza returned to Kathmandu
Deceased student Bipin Joshi was honoured by the Nepali government upon the return of his body from Gaza.