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- Overview of late-October global geopolitical and economic developments
ENA · The final week of October 2026 was defined by heightened geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and climate risks. In the Middle East, tensions involving Iran, S…
- Uganda Begins Withdrawal of Troops from Somalia After 20 Years
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Uganda has officially begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after two decades of service in peacekeeping missions. The Ugandan military confirmed that an initial g…
- Sudan accuses Ethiopia of launching drone attacks from its territoryBBC Tigrinya ·
The Sudanese government has filed a complaint with the UN Security Council and the African Union, alleging that Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are launching drone attacks …
- Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland presents credentials in Hargeisa
Addis Standard · Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland, Michael Lotem, has officially presented his credentials to President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, also known as Cirro, in Har…
- Private jet crashes in Florida, USA; 9 deadBBC Tigrinya ·
A private Learjet 60 crashed in a residential area in Florida, USA, resulting in the death of all nine people on board, the Department of Transportation confirmed. The…
- Somali pirates hijack Iranian fishing vesselAddis Standard ·
Somali pirates have hijacked an Iranian fishing vessel carrying 23 crew members off the coast of northeastern Somalia. The hijacking has sparked immediate internationa…
- Various nations urge citizens to prepare for emergency situations
Tikvah Ethiopia · The governments of Britain, Japan, and several European nations are urging citizens to keep emergency supplies, such as food, water, and first aid kits, at home to las…
- North Korea Announces Drone and Missile TestingTikvah Ethiopia ·
North Korean state media has reported that the country recently tested various types of drones and cruise missiles as part of its ongoing military development. Leader …
- Donald Trump says negotiations with Iran are going well.BBC Afaan Oromoo ·
US President Donald Trump has stated that the ongoing negotiations with Iran are progressing well. However, Trump also criticized Tehran, describing them as untrustwor…
- UK Immigration Rules: Changes Proposed for Permanent ResidencyBBC Tigrinya ·
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is expected to announce changes to immigration rules next week. Proposals include extending the residency requirement for permanent s…
- Student and Youth Protests Across Various European CitiesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Over the past few weeks, student and youth protests have taken place across various European cities, including Milan, Paris, Barcelona, Brussels, and Tirana. These dem…
- The US Midterm Election Process and Its ImpactBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The US midterm elections are approaching, with significant implications for President Donald Trump’s administration. These elections determine the balance of power in …
- Migration from Libya to Greece: Smuggling Routes and Geopolitical Tensions
DW Amharic · Migration from eastern Libya to the Greek island of Crete is rising, with approximately 20,000 people crossing this dangerous route this year alone. Most boats depart …
- Russia-Africa Relations: Analyzing Economic and Military InfluenceDW Amharic ·
Russia is actively working to strengthen its diplomatic, economic, and military ties with African nations. President Vladimir Putin has described African countries as …
- Presidents Putin and Isaias Afwerki held closed-door talks in MoscowTikvah Ethiopia ·
Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki has extended his stay in Moscow following the Russia-Africa summit. It was reported that President Vladimir Putin held a closed-door …
- UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) concludes its operationsDW Amharic ·
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) has officially concluded after 11 years of operations. Established in 2013, the mission was intended to suppor…
- US Court Suspends DV-2027 Lottery RegistrationTikvah Ethiopia ·
A US appeals court has temporarily blocked the lower court's order to open the DV-2027 lottery registration, halting the process that was scheduled to begin tomorrow. …
- Somalia's South West State leader seeks Ethiopian military supportAddis Standard ·
The leader of Somalia’s South West State has formally requested military support from Ethiopia amidst rising tensions in the city of Baidoa. The request comes as the r…
- Kenya and Russia Agree to Halt Recruitment of Kenyans into Russian MilitaryAddis Standard ·
Kenyan President William Ruto announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to stop the recruitment of Kenyan nationals into the Russian military. The agr…
- UN Experts Condemn Decades of Arbitrary Detention and Enforced Disappearances in EritreaBBC Tigrinya ·
Independent UN human rights experts have called for an immediate end to the decades-long practice of arbitrary detention and enforced disappearances in Eritrea, which …
- US Approves $2.1 Billion Patriot Missile Sale to UkraineBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The US government has approved the sale of 500 Patriot (PAC-3) missiles to Ukraine, valued at $2.1 billion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that the…
- WFP Warns Over 266 Million Face Severe Hunger Amid Global ConflictsBBC Tigrinya ·
World Food Programme (WFP) Executive Director Luke Lindberg warned that over 266 million people globally are facing severe food insecurity and famine. Lindberg, who be…
- Sudan offers Russia investment sites for gold and copper miningAddis Standard ·
Sudan's Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss expanding economic cooperation. During the meeting, al…
- Ethiopian migration to war-torn Yemen continues to rise, IOM reportsDW Amharic ·
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that despite the escalating civil war in Yemen, the flow of Ethiopian migrants to the country continues to r…
- Putin Describes Russia and Africa as “Natural Allies”ENA ·
Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, describing Russia and African nations as “natural allies” in the pursuit of a multipolar…
- Africa and Pacific Regions Face Shared Climate Change Challenges
Addis Fortune · A piece by Peter Hunter highlights that climate change poses significant risks to livelihoods, food security, and economic development across both Africa and the Pacif…
- Iran Used Secret Network of 5,000 Military-Linked Agencies to Evade SanctionsAddis Standard ·
A new report from Reuters reveals that Iran has utilized a secret network of approximately 5,000 military-linked agencies to evade international sanctions. Experts sug…
- Abu Dhabi Court Sentences Eight Sudanese Officials to Life in PrisonBBC Tigrinya ·
The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has sentenced eight Sudanese nationals, including top military and intelligence officials, to life imprisonment for illegal arms …
- Nearly 120,000 displaced from Sudan’s Blue Nile State, says IOMAddis Standard ·
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that nearly 120,000 people have been displaced from Sudan’s Blue Nile State between January 11 and October …
- Israel Election: Netanyahu Accuses Arab Parties of Foreign InterferenceBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Arab parties participating in Israel's elections of stealing votes through funding from countries like Tur…
- Uganda begins withdrawing troops from SomaliaAddis Standard ·
Uganda has commenced the withdrawal of its troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military presence in the country. The country’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muh…
- Russia-Africa Summit Concludes in MoscowDW Amharic ·
The third Russia-Africa summit concluded in Moscow after two days, featuring participation from 48 African nations, including 22 heads of state such as Ethiopia's Prim…
- Record early voter turnout recorded in Georgia stateDW Amharic ·
In Georgia, one of the key swing states in the US election, a record-breaking number of voters participated in the early voting process. This turnout has officially su…
- How is Saudi Arabia influencing Red Sea regional conflicts?
The Reporter · This article examines the role of Saudi Arabia in the ongoing conflict in Sudan and broader regional security tensions in the Red Sea. Following the outbreak of war in…
- UN political mission in Somalia to end amid election disputesAddis Standard ·
The United Nations’ political mission in Somalia is scheduled to conclude this Saturday after operating for over three decades. The mission’s end comes at a critical t…
- Kenya High Court orders resumption of asylum registration for Eritreans and EthiopiansBBC Tigrinya ·
The High Court of Kenya has ordered the government to immediately resume the registration of asylum seekers from Eritrea and Ethiopia, declaring the year-long suspensi…
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