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Businesspunch-ng1h ago

Two Arraigned Over Cross-Border Fraud in Lagos

Two individuals have been charged in Lagos, Nigeria, for their alleged involvement in a $50,487 cross-border fraud and money laundering scheme between Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Peter Magyar Pledges Hungarian State Media Reform
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Peter Magyar Pledges Hungarian State Media Reform

Hungarian opposition figure Peter Magyar announced plans to suspend state television and radio broadcasts, promising to reform public media to ensure press freedom and truth for Hungarians. This pledge comes amidst political discussions involving figures like Donald Trump and Serbian President Vučić regarding Hungarian politics.

Worldactualite-cd2d ago

DR Congo Citizens Hold 'Street Parliaments' in Kinshasa

Dozens of citizens in the Democratic Republic of Congo gathered in Kinshasa for 'standing parliaments' or 'street parliaments.' These informal assemblies were held to debate political change and ongoing chaos in the country.

UAE Condemns Vandalism and Attacks Outside Damascus Diplomatic Mission
PoliticsReutersbloombergstraits-times+10Dawnnaftemporikiseeking-alphahk-free-pressarab-newsexpress-tribunekhaleej-timesgeo-news+2 more12d ago13 sources

UAE Condemns Vandalism and Attacks Outside Damascus Diplomatic Mission

The United Arab Emirates has condemned 'disturbances, acts of vandalism, and attacks' that occurred outside its diplomatic mission and the residence of its head of mission in Damascus, Syria.

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic
TechnologyAPBBCbloomberg+46NYTwsjFTnrkcnbcfazSCMPder-standard+38 more15d ago49 sources

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic

Autonomous taxis from Baidu's Apollo Go experienced a widespread system failure in Wuhan, China, causing over 100 vehicles to stop abruptly in traffic, leading to collisions and paralyzing road movement, with police rescuing stranded passengers.

Rare Mountain Gorilla Twins Born in DR Congo
Worlddie-presse21d ago

Rare Mountain Gorilla Twins Born in DR Congo

Critically endangered mountain gorillas have seen a rare event with the birth of twins in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking the second such occurrence in a short period.

US Sanctions Intensify Tensions with Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Oil Trade
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US Sanctions Intensify Tensions with Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Oil Trade

US sanctions against Iran's oil industry have intensified tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. Iran has responded with proposals for safe passage and threats against US vessels if control of the strait is challenged.

PoliticsFTactualite-cd22h ago2 sources

DR Congo Tightens Control Over Critical Minerals

The Democratic Republic of Congo is implementing measures to assert greater control over its critical mineral resources. This initiative includes the establishment of strategic reserves for these vital materials.

Morocco and DR Congo Reaffirm Strong Ties During Envoy Visit
Worldmorocco-world-news5d ago

Morocco and DR Congo Reaffirm Strong Ties During Envoy Visit

Morocco's Foreign Affairs Minister Nasser Bourita met with Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde Kyenge, special envoy of DR Congo's President, in Rabat, where strong bilateral ties were reaffirmed and a message was delivered to King Mohammed VI.

DR Congo to Accept US Deportees Under New Deal
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DR Congo to Accept US Deportees Under New Deal

The Democratic Republic of Congo has agreed to accept third-country nationals deported from the US, a deal fully funded by Washington, which expands America's deportation network to Africa.

Environmentpublicoactualite-cd19d ago2 sources

Landslide in DR Congo Kills at Least 12

At least 12 people have died in a landslide in the village of Gasasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo, triggered by recent rainfall. Similar incidents have been frequent in the country in recent months.

DRC Government and M23 Rebels Sign Peace Monitoring Deal in Switzerland
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DRC Government and M23 Rebels Sign Peace Monitoring Deal in Switzerland

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government and M23 rebels have signed a peace monitoring agreement in Switzerland, establishing a framework for overseeing the cessation of hostilities and fostering stability in the region. This new report from swissinfo.ch confirms the details of the deal.

Iran Offers Strait of Hormuz Shipping Proposal Amid US Tensions
WorldAPReutersBBC+77bloombergNYTFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox Newscnbchelsingin-sanomat+69 more1d ago80 sources

Iran Offers Strait of Hormuz Shipping Proposal Amid US Tensions

Iran has offered a proposal to allow ships to exit the Oman side of the Strait of Hormuz free of attack, amidst ongoing tensions and warnings to the United States regarding blockades. This comes as the US and Israel affirm identical goals concerning Iran.

DRC Peace Talks Begin Amid Shifting Violence to Highlands
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DRC Peace Talks Begin Amid Shifting Violence to Highlands

Peace talks aimed at resolving the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo have commenced. These discussions are taking place as the epicenter of violence in the country reportedly shifts to more remote highland regions.

The Impressive Congost del Mu Gorge
Culturela-vanguardia3d ago

The Impressive Congost del Mu Gorge

This article describes the impressive Congost del Mu gorge, presenting it as a less crowded alternative to the well-known Congost de Mont-rebei.

Politicsactualite-cd8d ago

James Swan Appointed New MONUSCO Chief in DR Congo

James Swan has taken over as the new head of MONUSCO, the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo. His appointment marks a leadership change for the crucial peacekeeping mission.

Kagame labels US sanctions on Rwanda ‘insults’
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Kagame labels US sanctions on Rwanda ‘insults’

President Paul Kagame has described US sanctions as "insults thrown in the face" of Rwanda and said Washington is exerting "heavy pressure" on Kigali but treating the DR Congo "delicately". The post Kagame labels US sanctions on Rwanda ‘insults’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Second Set of Rare Gorilla Twins Born in DR Congo's Virunga Park
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Second Set of Rare Gorilla Twins Born in DR Congo's Virunga Park

Conservationists are celebrating an 'extraordinary event' with the birth of a second set of rare gorilla twins in DR Congo's Virunga Park, just two months after another twin birth. This rare occurrence highlights the ongoing conservation efforts for mountain gorillas, with rangers placing the young primates under additional supervision.