insert_link Africa Namibia Urges International Support Amid DRC Crisis The Namibian government is concerned about the worsening security situation in the eastern DRC, stressing the potential for regional conflict if a diplomatic resolution is not achieved soon. According to Penda Naanda, Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Namibia calls for humanitarian aid to reach the affected populations and supports the African Union's appeal for global assistance. today28 January, 2025
insert_link World UN Chief warns leaders to learn lessons from the Holocaust United Nations chief António Guterres has warned world leaders to learn from the atrocities of the Holocaust - and turn words into action. He was speaking at the UN headquarters in New York to mark Holocaust Memorial Day - 15 months after a deadly attack in Israel. Sally Patterson reports. today28 January, 2025
insert_link World Colombia allows military planes with US deportees to land The United States and Colombia have avoided a 'trade-war', after the South American nation agreed to allow its citizens deported from the US, to arrive in military planes. It follows a dramatic back and forth between Colombia's President and Donald Trump who threatened to impose significant trade sanctions and visa restrictions. Mitch McCann reports: today28 January, 2025
insert_link World Donald Trump says he wants to “clean out” Gaza Donald Trump is facing backlash for comments proposing Israel's neighbours should take in Palestinians so he can "clear out" Gaza. The US president called on Jordan and Egypt to allow Palestinians from the strip to enter their countries after a 15-month war between Israel and Hamas. Israel's foreign minister called the proposal a "great idea". Sally Patterson has more. today27 January, 2025
insert_link World Japan’s foreign minister tells Trump Tokyo has no choice but to strengthen defence Japan plans to continue to boost its defence capabilities amid the security challenges in East Asia, the country's foreign minister told his US counterpart. Donald Trump's return as president has triggered expectations that the US could put pressure on allies to increase defence spending. Rebecca Bundhun reports. today22 January, 2025
insert_link World China, US need to tackle ‘growing pains’ together A Chinese state-run media outlet says China and the United States should seek more common ground and avoid strategic misjudgment. It comes just ahead of US president-elect Donald Trump, and just ahead of his inauguration today. today20 January, 2025
insert_link World UK PM in Ukraine to Sign ‘100 Year Partnership The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Ukraine to pledge long term military and economic support. The visit sees Starmer meet Ukrainian President Zelensky and sign what the PM's office has called a 'Landmark 100 Year Partnership'. Simon Gaitán, reports. today17 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa welcomes temporary ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas South Africa has welcomed the temporary ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas, saying this is a crucial first step toward ending the severe humanitarian crisis faced by the 2.3-million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire, which will come into effect on Sunday, will include the release of 33 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation’s spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri, says […] today16 January, 2025
insert_link World US President defends foreign policy record in major speech A Gaza ceasefire deal is nearing completion, according to outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden, who vowed to finalize the agreement before his term ends. In a speech defending his foreign policy, Biden claimed the U.S. is stronger and continues to lead with its allies. Benji Hyer was listening. today14 January, 2025
