Russia's Wagner Group abused civilians in secret prisons in Mali, investigation finds
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Israel attacked Iran during the early hours of June 13, hours after US President Donald Trump warned of “massive conflict” in the Middle East.
Key FactsIsraeli Strikes Intensify Iran Nuclear Conflict
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- Israel launched extensive missile and drone strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear sites and top military leaders on June 13.
- The assaults resulted in the death of IRGC chief Hossein Salami and several nuclear scientists.
- The IAEA confirmed damage at the Natanz uranium enrichment facility but reported no radiation increase or impact on other sites.
- Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei threatened severe repercussions against Israel following the attacks.
Iran should make a deal over its nuclear programme to prevent further conflict with Israel 'before there is nothing left.'— US President Donald Trump urged Iran to negotiate to avoid further escalation after Israeli strikes.
Mali: Assimi Goita could soon be president until 2030 - without an election | Africanews
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Egypt stops activists marching to Gaza to draw attention to aid crisis: Egypt says its side of the Rafah crossing remains open, but access to the Strip has been ...
euronews.com/2025/06/12/egypt-blocks-activists-from-march-to-gaza-to-draw-attention-to-humanitarian-crisis
Multiple pictures have surfaced showing the crashed Air India plane at a medical college in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The flight, AI171 ... Show more
Key FactsDeadly Air India Crash Near Ahmedabad Claims Hundreds
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Flight AI171 departed Ahmedabad at 1:39 p.m. local time, heading to London, but lost contact shortly after reaching 625 feet altitude.
- The Boeing 787-8 crashed roughly one minute after takeoff, hitting a medical college hostel and causing a large fireball.
- Only one passenger survived the disaster, while the death toll, including ground casualties, reached at least 290.
- Authorities recovered the flight’s black box and are investigating factors such as mechanical failure or human error.
This is heartbreaking beyond words.— Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the plane crash.
PBP TD Paul Murphy detained in Egypt before Gaza march: People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy has been detained in Egypt along with a group of people travelling ...
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Egypt deports dozens planning pro-Palestinian march, say organisers: Egyptian authorities have deported dozens of foreign nationals who arrived in Egypt to take ...
timeslive.co.za/news/africa/2025-06-13-egypt-deports-dozens-planning-pro-palestinian-march-say-organisers/
Egypt has condemned military strikes conducted by the Israeli army against Iran, calling the attack a "blatant and extremely dangerous regional ... Show more
More than 122-million displaced by wars as aid funding falls: UN: The number of people displaced by war and persecution around the world climbed above ...
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Trump's tax-cut bill could hold back US critical minerals projects: U.S. President Donald Trump's tax and spending bill would make it harder for American ...
reuters.com/world/us/trumps-tax-cut-bill-could-hold-back-us-critical-minerals-projects-2025-06-12/
Activists stopped in Libya and Egypt ahead of planned march on Gaza: Egyptian authorities detained additional activists planning to march to Gaza in protest of ...
ctvnews.ca/world/article/activists-stopped-in-libya-and-egypt-ahead-of-planned-march-on-gaza/
Al-Qaeda terrorists claim attack near Nigerian border with Benin: Experts have warned that the spillover of violence in the Sahel could further destabilise ...
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After nearly a century in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, King Tutankhamun's iconic gold mask and remaining treasures are set to move to the new Grand Egyptian ... Show more
King Tut gold mask to leave Cairo museum after nearly 100 years
King Tut gold mask to leave Cairo museum after nearly 100 years
A Hidden Force in the Middle East: How Arab Public Opinion Constrains Normalization With Israel
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Mazagan ... is this the lost paradise of Morocco?: A magical journey into the heart of Morocco’s stunning nature, where luxury knows no bounds! Just an hour ...
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Israel has planned military operations and strikes against Iran over the next 14 days: Wall Street Journal
Africa Intelligence Jun 12
Kenya/Morocco : Kenya signals pivot toward Morocco over Western Sahara: President William Ruto is quietly repositioning Kenya in the Western Sahara dispute ...
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How Trump got the military parade he’s always wanted: Flying home from his first visit to Paris as president, an awestruck Donald Trump told aides aboard Air ...
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DIG Lagat to face IPOA over Ojwang's murder cover-up: IPOA will summon DIG Eliud Langat for interrogation over the murder of teacher Albert Ojwang even as ...
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Key FactsTrump Rolls Back California’s EV Emission Rules
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
- President Trump enacted federal measures to revoke California’s progressive electric vehicle emission standards.
- California and eleven other states pledged legal action to maintain the electric vehicle regulations.
- Trump accused Governor Newsom of mismanaging state crises and predicted power outages from forced EV adoption.
- He signaled potential increases in the 25% auto import tariffs to incentivize domestic manufacturing.
Under the previous administration, the federal government gave left-wing radicals in California dictatorial powers to control the future of the entire car industry all over the country — all over the world, actually.— Donald Trump, during a signing ceremony to roll back standards in California.
In an interview with Middle East Eye, Egyptian journalist and blogger Hossam el-Hamalawy condemned the Egyptian regime’s deportation of international activists ... Show more
A bootiful friendship: Morocco buys arms from Israel and hosts joint drills: Israel hopes other Arab countries will get on board as it provides a path for ...
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the list of match officials for the upcoming CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) ... Show more
Key FactsTrump Orders Military Deployment in Los Angeles
Jun 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dallasnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dallasnews.com
- During the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary event, Trump labeled Los Angeles protesters as hostile invaders and pledged to liberate the city.
- He deployed thousands of National Guard soldiers and Marines to the city despite opposition and a lawsuit from Governor Gavin Newsom.
- Trump promised increased immigration raids and warned that any future protests would face stronger military responses.
- The president also announced restoring the names of seven military bases previously renamed by the Biden administration.
We will liberate Los Angeles and make it free, clean and safe again.— Donald Trump during his speech marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
Activists demanding an end to Israel’s war on Gaza gathered at Amsterdam Airport before heading to Egypt to join thousands planning to march on foot to the ... Show more
Egypt expelled activists because they did not have official Egyptian permission to participate in the march. The organizers say they are making every effort to ... Show more
Egypt prevents pro-Palestinian activists from marching to Gaza
Egypt prevents pro-Palestinian activists from marching to Gaza
Authorities at Cairo Airport have blocked dozens of Global March to Gaza participants from entering Egypt, with reports of passport seizures.
Exclusive: Barrick Mining removes Mali gold complex from 2025 output forecast, sources say
reuters.com/world/africa/barrick-mining-removes-mali-gold-complex-2025-output-forecast-sources-say-2025-06-11/
WATCH LIVE: House approves Trump's request to take back foreign aid, public media funding
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On the same day Donald Trump celebrates his 79th birthday, the US Army will hold one of its largest military parades in decades in Washington, DC ... Show more
‘We have been forced into the plane’
A Dutch delegation taking part in the international ‘March to Gaza’ convoy was deported by Egyptian authorities upon ... Show more
EWN Jun 12
Ramaphosa says green hydrogen products could create up to 4 million jobs: The Africa's Green Hydrogen Alliance comprises several African nations, including Egypt ...
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A vehicle convoy of over 1,500 volunteers from Tunisia and Algeria is making its way across North Africa to deliver aid to Gaza in an attempt to break the ... Show more
"There are more than sixty people in the room."
Several individuals of Algerian, Moroccan, and other nationalities were detained upon arrival at an ... Show more
Democrats slam military parade as Trump's multimillion-dollar 'birthday party': The Army has allocated between $25 million and $45 million for the parade.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/lawmakers-slam-military-parade-trumps-multimillion-dollar-birthday/story
A convoy from Tunisia and other North African states is traversing the continent, now in Libya, to reach Gaza and break the blockade – on the heels of the ... Show more
Videos circulating on social media have shown Moroccan nationals being denied entry into Egypt by passport control authorities ... Show more
Khartoum Could Soon Face Famine as Devastating Sudanese War Grinds On: The World Food Programme is warning several areas near the Sudanese capital of Khartoum ...
democracynow.org/2025/6/12/headlines/khartoum_could_soon_face_famine_as_devastating_sudanese_war_grinds_on
Musk backtracks on Trump criticism after White House outreach: White House said Trump appreciated the apology
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Key FactsMusk Expresses Regret Over Trump Criticism
Jun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: smh.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: smh.com.au
- Elon Musk expressed regret for some of his recent posts about Donald Trump, admitting they were excessive.
- Trump responded positively to Musk’s apology, describing it as a 'very nice' gesture.
- Following a phone call, both men began easing tensions, and Musk deleted several critical posts.
- Experts believe Musk aims to mend the relationship to safeguard his businesses and lucrative government contracts.
I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.— Elon Musk expresses regret over his critical comments about Trump in a post on his platform X.
“That is not the conduct of a respectable state. It is closer to the conduct of a thug regime.”
A Moroccan who travelled to Egypt to take part in the Global ... Show more
Court dismisses migrants' lawsuit against Italy: The applicants accused Italy of having handed them over to Libyan authorities through a so-called deportation by ...
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Reps considered 2,263 bills, passed 186 in two years – Speaker: Speaker Abbas Tajudeen also said 51 bills passed by the House have received presidential assent.
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Mali confirms five-year term for junta leader Goita: Mali has adopted a bill that grants junta leader Assimi Goita a five-year renewable term starting in 2025 ...
timeslive.co.za/news/africa/2025-06-12-mali-confirms-five-year-term-for-junta-leader-goita/
Around 122 million people on the run according to UN report: Wars, conflicts and displacement - according to a UN report, around 122 million people worldwide are ...
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Report by the UN Refugee Agency: Number of displaced people almost doubled since 2015
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Judge says Trump cannot swiftly deport family of Boulder attack suspect: Soon after the attack in Colorado, federal authorities said they had taken the suspect’s ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/06/12/boulder-attack-suspect-mohamed-sabry-soliman/
In recent decades, several other people have been the lone survivors of plane crashes.
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US Navy backs right to repair after $13B carrier crew left half-fed by contractor-locked ovens
theregister.com/2025/06/11/us_navy_repair/
House Approves $9 Billion in Funding Cuts Affecting NPR, PBS and Foreign Aid: The legislation, requested by the White House, would codify spending cuts pursued ...
nytimes.com/2025/06/12/us/politics/house-foreign-aid-public-broadcasting-funds-trump.html
Dailynewsegypt Jun 11
Egypt sets rules for foreign delegations visiting Gaza border: Egypt has announced regulatory controls for foreign delegations wishing to visit the border area ...
dailynewsegypt.com/2025/06/11/egypt-sets-rules-for-foreign-delegations-visiting-gaza-border/
Key FactsEgypt Regulates Foreign Visits to Gaza Border
Jun 11 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailynewsegypt.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailynewsegypt.com
- Egypt requires formal approval from embassies for foreign delegations visiting the Gaza border area.
- Requests made outside official channels will be rejected to maintain the security of visitors.
- Adherence to entry laws, including visas and permits, is mandatory for all foreign nationals.
- Egypt reaffirms support for Palestinians and urges an end to the conflict and humanitarian blockade.
After Voting For Trillions In Debt, House Republicans Approve A $9 Billion Cut: It won’t fix the nation’s fiscal health, but it sure will help Republicans feel ...
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Convoy of at least 1,500 activists heads to Gaza to challenge Israel's blockade | Africanews
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Donald Trump has announced plans to rename US Army bases after Confederate generals.
Egypt backs ‘pressure on Israel’ but says Gaza actions need approval: CAIRO: Egypt said on Wednesday that it backs efforts to put “pressure on Israel” to lift ...
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UPDATE: Veteran opposition politician, Dr Kizza Besigye, and his colleague, Hajj Obeid Lutale, have accused Nakawa Chief Magistrate Christine Nantege of ... Show more
A Navy sailor went missing. Now her body has been found in a wooded area of Virginia
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Key FactsNavy Sailor Found Dead; Another Held in Custody
Jun 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Twenty-one-year-old Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz vanished on May 29 at Naval Station Norfolk and was found dead the following Monday.
- Her remains were located in a wooded area and confirmed the next day by NCIS.
- Another sailor has been placed in pretrial confinement related to Resendiz’s death, with charges pending.
- Resendiz served as a culinary specialist aboard the USS James E. Williams and joined the Navy in 2023.
There are no answers for me. I just want my kid.— Esmeralda Castle, the mother of Angelina Resendiz, speaks about the loss of her daughter.
Thousands of activists from over 50 countries have gathered in Cairo, Egypt, to participate in the Global March to Gaza, aiming to break Israel's humanitarian ... Show more
20 Palestinian children have been evacuated by the World Health Organization (WHO) to receive urgent medical treatment abroad ... Show more
‘Popular Forces’: Who are the Gaza gangsters being armed by Israel?: In a small area of land in Rafah, a new group has emerged from the shadows of Israel’s war ...
middleeasteye.net/explainers/popular-forces-who-are-gangsters-being-armed-israel
As military groups prepare for weekend celebrations, No Kings activists organize protests
freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2025/06/12/military-parade-ball-protests-detroit-michigan-police-no-kings/84130435007/
NITA to certify 420,000 Kenyans through the Recognition of Prior Learning initiative
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OpinionHow to decode the shifting politics of the anti-Trump protests: Protests against Donald Trump’s mass deportations, now spreading nationwide ...
cnn.com/2025/06/12/politics/trump-newsom-los-angeles-immigration-politics
OpinionWA GOP takes a run at ending vote by mail | Editorial: The Washington GOP plans to introduce Initiative IL26-126, which would, among other things ...
seattletimes.com/opinion/editorials/wa-gop-takes-a-run-at-ending-vote-by-mail/
Sudan paramilitaries seize key zone bordering Egypt, Libya : Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces said Wednesday its fighters seized a ...
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Big Tech quietly sponsors Trump’s military parade party: Though big tech companies have downplayed their involvement in funding this weekend’s military parade ...
theverge.com/policy/685690/big-tech-trump-military-parade-america250
bbcafrica.com Jun 11
A vehicle convoy of over 1,500 volunteers from Tunisia and Algeria is making its way across North Africa to deliver aid to Gaza in an attempt to break the ... Show more
"I need to eat a Nussgipfu" 🥐 🚴♂️ Marlen Reusser (Movistar) wins the first stage of the Tour de Suisse ahead of Demi Vollering (FDJ-Suez). In the final sprint ... Show more
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has urged Egyptian authorities to prevent protesters and block them from reaching Gaza ... Show more
A wave of outrage swept Moroccan social media after several online pages, promoting Arab unity in support of the Palestinian cause—shared a map depicting ... Show more
Little interest in Club World Cup tickets ⚽ The Club World Cup begins in the USA on Sunday. Because there is a risk of an embarrassing empty seat at the ... Show more
One Soldier Killed, One Injured in Helicopter Training Mission at Fort Campbell: The aviation accident, which occurred on Wednesday night, is under investigation ...
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