insert_link Africa DRC violence resumes despite Doha peace agreement Truck carrying people in the DRC (Photo: GUERCHOM NDEBO/AFP via Getty Images) Fighting broke out between Congolese forces and the M23 rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Sunday, forcing hundreds of residents to flee their homes. The clashes, which took place in North Kivu province, have intensified tensions in the region already plagued by years of armed conflict. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa. […] today11 August, 2025
insert_link World EU Calls for Calm Amid Rising Iran-Israel Tensions The European Union has voiced concern over growing tensions between Iran and Israel, calling on both nations to engage in dialogue and avoid further escalation. EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, said the bloc is closely monitoring the developing crisis in the Middle East. today26 June, 2025
insert_link Africa DRC and Rwanda submit draft peace agreement Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have submitted a draft peace proposal as part of a U.S.-led initiative to end the protracted conflict in eastern Congo. According to Reuters, this move is seen as a significant step towards resolving decades-long hostilities in a region abundant in valuable minerals such as tantalum, gold, cobalt, copper, and lithium. Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe announced that a […] today7 May, 2025
insert_link World Starmer Stresses Ukraine’s Role in Future Talks Ahead of Trump Meeting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed on Sunday that discussions about Ukraine’s future cannot take place without Ukraine’s direct involvement. And according to Reuters, while speaking at the Scottish Labour Party conference in Glasgow, Starmer emphasized that while no one wants the war to continue—especially the Ukrainians themselves—it is essential that their voices shape the outcome. Ahead of a Trump meeting, he underscored that after enduring immense suffering and fighting […] today24 February, 2025
insert_link World US and Russia begin talks in Saudi Arabia on Ukraine The US and Russia are beginning talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are in Riyadh for discussions Washington says will find out if Moscow is 'serious' about an end to the conflict. Neither Ukraine nor any European nations have been invited to the talks. today18 February, 2025
insert_link Africa AU Summit Urges M23 Rebels to Cease Fire in Eastern DRC The African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government has voiced deep concern over the escalating crisis in eastern DRC. During the 38th AU Summit in Addis Ababa, leaders called on M23 rebels to halt hostilities to prevent further loss of life. The Assembly reaffirmed that inclusive negotiations and political dialogue remain the only viable path to resolving conflicts across the continent. today17 February, 2025
insert_link World Ukraine’s Zelensky holds talks with US Vice-President Vance in Germany After sharply denouncing some European leaders, US Vice President JD Vance spoke with the Ukrainian leader on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. Volodymyr Zelensky reacted diplomatically in a post-meeting press conference. But neither gave away any tangible progress from the talks on movement toward a peace plan with Russia. Caroline Malone reports. today17 February, 2025
insert_link World Trump talks with Putin and Zelenskyy US President Donald Trump has spoken with the leaders of both Russia and Ukraine, pledging to start negotiations to end their war "immediately." Wednesday's call with Vladimir Putin was the first known conversation between the two men since President Trump re-took the Oval Office last month. Benji Hyer reports. today13 February, 2025
insert_link Africa “Goma Call for Peace” Demands Ceasefire in DRC The Goma Call for Peace has been launched to demand an immediate ceasefire and protection for civilians in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Anglican bishop of Goma, Martin Gordon, highlighted the immense suffering following the M23 rebels taking control of the city, which has resulted in over 900 deaths. Gordon calls for an end to the fighting, withdrawal of foreign forces, and renewed peace talks between Rwanda and the DRC: today6 February, 2025
