Political newcomer Vasile Tofan inherits his predecessors mandate to push Moldova closer to Europe and away from Russia. Published On 21 Jul 202621 Jul 2026 Moldova’s parliament has elected financier Vasile Tofan as prime minister and approved his new government. Tofan was approved by 53 votes to 21, with 21 abstentions, on Tuesday, ending three … Read more
A total of 143 member nations voted in favour, reflecting global opinion on Israel’s war on Gaza. The international community has debated Palestinian statehood for decades. Full membership at the United Nations would effectively recognise that. Sweeping support at the General Assembly is the first step, but the final seal of approval comes from the … Read more
Government accused east African bloc of ‘violating’ Sudan’s sovereignty by inviting RSF chief to a summit. The government of war-ravaged Sudan says it has suspended its membership in the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the east African regional bloc that has tried to broker talks between the country’s warring parties. Saturday’s announcement was made by … Read more
The government of war-ravaged Sudan says it has suspended its membership in the East African regional bloc, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD). The announcement on Saturday was made by the foreign ministry, which is loyal to Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group have been … Read more