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Malawi’s Vice President, Former First Lady Among 10 People Killed in Plane Crash

Frederic Tendeng June 11, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Malawi’s Vice President Saulos Chilima was killed in a plane crash, the nation’s president said on Tuesday, after searchers located the wreckage of the aircraft in a foggy forest. The military plane carrying Chilima, 51, and nine others disappeared on Monday, after it failed to land in the northern city of Mzuzu due to bad weather and was told to return to the capital, Lilongwe.

France – Macron Calls Snap Elections Amid Surge in Far-Right Support

Frederic Tendeng June 10, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (PARIS) – In a bold and risky move, French President Emmanuel Macron has called for snap parliamentary elections on June 30, with a second-round vote on July 7.

Colombia Suspends Coal Exports to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict

Louise Mendy June 8, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BOGOTA, Colombia) – In a decisive move, Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced on Saturday the suspension of coal exports to Israel, a measure that will remain in effect as long as the conflict in the Gaza Strip continues. This significant decision underscores Petro’s condemnation of Israel’s actions in the region.

Biden Allows Ukraine to Carry Out Limited Strikes in Russia Using US Weapons

Frederic Tendeng May 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (WASHINGTON) – President Joe Biden has given permission to Ukraine to strike inside Russian territory with American munitions, though he has restricted their use so Kyiv can only hit targets over the border close to Kharkiv after Russia made significant advances around the city in the northeastern part of the country close to the Russian border, two US officials told CNN.

Jury finds Trump Guilty on 34 Counts; First U.S President Convicted of Felony

Frederic Tendeng May 30, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (NEW YORK) – Jurors found former U.S President, Donald Trump, guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records, making him the first former president to be convicted of a felony. The jurors reached a verdict in late afternoon, after less than 12 hours of deliberation in the hush money criminal case.

Ireland, Norway and Spain Stir Israel Anger as They Formally Recognize Palestine as a State

Frederic Tendeng May 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BRUSSELS) – Norway, Ireland and Spain announced on Wednesday that they will recognize a Palestinian state from May 28, sparking fury from Israel and delight from Palestinian leaders. The news came as Israeli tanks advanced to the edge of a crowded district in the heart of Rafah on Wednesday during one of the most intense nights of bombardment of the southern Gaza city since Israel launched its offensive there this month.

Iran at the Brink – The Consequences of President Raïssi’s Death

Frederic Tendeng May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raïssi in a helicopter crash comes amid an already tense context, just five weeks after a confrontation with Israel. The consequences are colossal, both for regional conflicts and domestic stability.

ICC Seeks Arrest Warrants against Netanyahu and Sinwar for War Crimes and October 7 Attacks

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (THE HAGUE) – The International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity over the October 7 attacks on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza, the court’s chief prosecutor Karim Khan revealed on Monday.

Julian Assange Can Appeal Extradition to the US, UK Court Rules

Frederic Tendeng May 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (LONDON) – The High Court in London has ruled WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has the right to appeal in a final challenge against his extradition to the United States.

Iran Helicopter Crashes – President Raisi, Foreign Minister on Missing Aircraft

Frederic Tendeng May 19, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (TEHRAN) – A helicopter in the convoy of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi was involved in “an accident” on Sunday, state media reported, without specifying if the president was on board.

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