Guinea-Bissau President Sissoco to Run as Independent Amid Political Crisis
Embalo announced his intention to run as an independent during the inauguration of his new prime minister, Braima Camara, on Friday.
Category: International
US Gold Futures Hit Record High on Tariff Rule
The price of gold on the US futures market hit a record high Friday after customs authorities clarified that President Donald Trump’s fresh tariffs apply to some gold bars — threatening to upend global trading of the precious metal.
Harambee Stars Top Group A After Gritty Draw with Angola
Angola struck first in the 7th minute through Jo Paciência, but Kenya responded swiftly as Austin Odhiambo converted a penalty five minutes later.
Israel Army Directed to Execute Gov’t Orders on Gaza
The Israeli military will have to execute any government decisions on Gaza, the defence minister said Wednesday after reported disagreements over the prospect of a full occupation of the Palestinian territory.
Gaza Civil Defence Says Israeli Attacks Kill 26
Six more people were killed and 21 injured by Israeli fire in central Gaza while waiting for food near a distribution centre, according to Bassal.
Dutch are First to Buy US Arms For Ukraine Under NATO Scheme
The Netherlands will buy 500 million euros ($577 million) of US weapons for Ukraine, becoming the first NATO member to fund a full package under a new scheme to speed deliveries from American stockpiles, the defence ministry said.
DRCongo, Rwanda Outline Deal On Mining, Economic Cooperation: US
A peace agreement reached in June aimed to end decades of conflict in eastern Congo. It was overseen by Washington which has sought to increase its access to the region’s vast mineral wealth.
US to Refuse Visas to Palestinian Authority Officials
The United States said Thursday it would deny visas to Palestinian Authority officials, accusing the body which governs parts of the Israeli-occupied West Bank of seeking to “internationalize” the situation.
Rights Groups Urge Nepal to Reverse Telegram Ban
The Himalayan nation blocked access to the app on July 18, citing a rise in online fraud and money laundering.
Lithuanian PM Resigns Amid Corruption Probe
Paluckas was previously convicted of abuse of office while serving as the director of the Vilnius City municipal administration. He was fined.
