Diplomacy Archives - Page 15 of 26

Nigerian Air Force Takes Lead After U.S. Strikes on Jihadists in Sokoto

The Nigerian Air Force will assume primary responsibility for counterterrorism operations following U.S. airstrikes on Christmas Day targeting jihadist groups in Sokoto State, northwestern Nigeria, according to a Nigerian official.…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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China-Led BRICS Naval Drill to Begin in South African Waters

The first naval exercise held under the expanded BRICS banner is set to begin on Friday in South African waters, marking a new step in defense cooperation among the bloc’s…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Ramaphosa Condemns U.S. Military Capture of Venezuela’s Maduro, Urges UN Action

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly condemned the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, calling it a…

Africa News Now January 7, 2026

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Somalia Condemns Israeli Foreign Minister’s Visit to Somaliland

Somalia’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned a visit by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar to Hargeisa, calling it a serious violation of Somalia’s territorial sovereignty and international law. The trip…

Africa News Now January 6, 2026

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Equatorial Guinea Moves Capital from Malabo to Ciudad de La Paz

Equatorial Guinea has officially changed its capital from Malabo to Ciudad de La Paz, the government announced through a presidential decree. Malabo, located on Bioko Island, has served as the…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

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ECOWAS Warns Against Use of Force After U.S. Action Against Venezuela’s Leadership

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed serious concern over the escalating crisis in Venezuela following reports that the United States captured President Nicolás Maduro and carried…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

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Burkina Faso Frees Detained Nigerian Air Force Crew After Diplomatic Talks

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel who were detained after their aircraft made an emergency landing in the country earlier this month, Nigerian officials confirmed on Thursday.…

Africa News Now December 18, 2025

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South Africa Arrests Seven Kenyans Working Illegally at U.S. Refugee Processing Centre

Johannesburg authorities have arrested seven Kenyan nationals for working illegally at a centre processing applications for the U.S. refugee program, South Africa’s Home Affairs Ministry confirmed Wednesday. The facility handles…

Africa News Now December 17, 2025

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South Africa in Talks with Russia to Repatriate 17 Citizens Drawn into Ukraine War

South African authorities say they are in high-level talks with Russia to secure the return of 17 South African men who were allegedly misled into joining the Russian military and…

Africa News Now December 17, 2025

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U.S. Expands Travel Ban to Four African Countries, Citing Security Concerns

The Trump administration has expanded its U.S. travel ban to include Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan and Syria, sharply widening restrictions on travel and immigration to the United States.…

Africa News Now December 17, 2025

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Modi Visits Ethiopia to Deepen Strategic and Economic Ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ethiopia on Tuesday for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening political and economic ties between the two countries. He held talks with…

Africa News Now December 16, 2025