Lebanon's parliament has elected the country's army chief as president, ending a power vacuum that has lasted more than two years.Joseph Aoun's candidacy for the mainly ceremonial role - which is reserved for a Maronite Christian under a sectarian power-sharing system - was backed by several key political parties, as
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Ugandan opposition leader Kiiza Besigye faces death penalty charge
In a dramatic turn of events, Ugandan military prosecutors have added a charge of "treachery"—a capital offense—against prominent opposition figure Kiiza Besigye. This development comes as he faces a series of military law violations, raising serious concerns about the state of human rights in Uganda. Besigye, a long-time critic of President
Death toll from Los Angeles wildfires rises to 24
The death toll from the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles has risen to 24, as officials brace for dangerous winds that could exacerbate the situation. The fires have continued to ravage the city for six days, destroying entire communities and leaving thousands homeless. Efforts to contain the Palisades Fire have made
Ukrainian troops capture two North Korean soldiers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on January 11 that Ukrainian forces have captured two North Korean soldiers as prisoners of war (POWs) in Russia's Kursk Oblast. In a Telegram post, Zelensky described the operation as challenging, noting, "Usually, Russia and other North Korean military personnel finish off their wounded and
Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai kidnapped and released in Nairobi
Maria Sarungi Tsehai, a prominent Tanzanian activist and media editor, was kidnapped on Sunday afternoon in Nairobi’s Kilimani neighbourhood but was released later that evening. Tsehai was abducted by three armed men wearing hoods while visiting a hair salon on Chaka Place. The assailants blocked her taxi shortly after 3
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New Vatican guidelines allow Gay men to be Catholic Priests
In a significant development for the Catholic Church in Italy, new guidelines approved by the Vatican state that homosexual men can train to become priests, provided they do not "support the so-called gay culture." The Italian Bishops' Conference released the 68-page document online, emphasizing the importance of celibacy in priestly
Raila Odinga on AUC race: Winning is not a matter of life and death
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has downplayed the urgency surrounding his bid for the chairperson position of the African Union Commission (AUC), asserting that it is not a matter of life and death for him. While acknowledging the presence of formidable competitors, Odinga expressed his readiness to return to his activities
Sudan’s new currency strategy boosts bank deposits, sparks controversy
In a controversial move, the Sudanese government has introduced new banknotes and mandated that citizens open bank accounts, a strategy that Finance Minister Jibril Ibrahim claims has increased bank deposits and bolstered the army’s war efforts against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). However, critics argue that this initiative has
Museveni’s controversial son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba quits X
Major General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has announced his departure from the social media platform X. The general, known for his provocative tweets, cited a renewed commitment to his military responsibilities as the driving force behind his decision. At 50, Gen Kainerugaba has garnered significant attention