USA – The current measles cases in the United States as of May 9, were 1,001 from 31 jurisdictions. 2025 alone has seen a surge in the spread, with 14 new outbreaks being recorded which account for 93% of the overall confirmed figure. Where is the Measles Outbreak? The 31 jurisdictions with confirmed new measles […]
Month: May 2025
Israeli Air Attacks on Gaza Kills 8 Palestinians
PALESTINE – Renewed Israeli air attacks on Gaza Strip have killed at least 8 Palestinians on Tuesday, inflating the already bloated death toll to over 52,908. A medical source said three family members lost their lives in Israeli shelling of a tent sheltering displaced civilians in the northern town of Beit Lahia. A young Palestinian […]
German Government Bans the Kingdom of Germany Group
GERMANY – The German government have banned the Kingdom of Germany group, the largest “Reich Citizens” organization, in what officials called a significant blow against far-right extremism. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the group “Kingdom of Germany” (Konigreich Deutschland), which rejects the legitimacy of the modern German state, has been banned and had its assets seized. […]
Boko Haram Attack in Borno Military Base Kills Over 10 Soldiers
NIGERIA – A Boko Haram attack in Borno State at a military base in the Marte, north-eastern Nigeria have killed over 10 soldiers. Military sources said that the attack occurred at the Forward Operating Base of the 153rd Task Force Battalion at around 3 am (0300GMT) Monday. Senior military personnel said more than 10 soldiers […]
30-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine Aimed at Strengthening Ukrainian Military; Russia
RUSSIA – Russia says that the 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that’s being sought by France and Germany is aimed at bolstering the Ukrainian army and give them the “breathing space” so that they can prepare and continue their military action. A commentary by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, gave Moscow’s overview of the processes […]
EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) Seeks Trade Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa
KENYA – EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and Kenya’s Trade Minister Lee Kinyanjui on Monday co-chaired the inauguration of EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) accord which seeks to deepen cooperation and expand opportunities between the European Union and Kenya. “Our Economic Partnership Agreement is the EU‘s most ambitious with a sub-Saharan African partner – and […]
Prescription Drug Prices in the US to be Slashed by 59%; Donald Trump
USA – Donald Trump have announced that prescription drug prices in the US will go down by 59% on his Truth Social platform account though providing no further details. “Gasoline, energy, groceries, and all other costs, down. No inflation!!!” The annual inflation rate in the US was 2.4% in March and 2.8% in February. Trump […]
Trump Middle East Trip Marred by Differences with Israel Over Iran and Gaza
USA – The upcoming Trump Middle East trip faces challenges as differences between the US and Israel are explicitly recognized in relation to the handling of Iran and Gaza. The two leaders, who were once closely aligned on Iran and Gaza, now disagree sharply on how to address both crises. Trump is pushing for diplomatic […]
Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen Confirms Plan to Displace Palestinians from Gaza Strip
ISRAEL – Trump’s plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza Strip is still on the table, according to Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen, adding that their displacement is a realistic necessity. Speaking to the Israeli public broadcaster KAN, Cohen said the so-called “voluntary migration” plan proposed by Trump is being followed up.” Since February, Trump has […]
Lightning Strikes in Bangladesh Kill at Least 13
BANGLADESH – Lightning strikes in Bangladesh on Sunday killed at least 13 people as Bangladesh reels from continuous and growing lightning strikes. Lightning strikes killed nine people, including a child and several farmers, in eastern Brahmanbaria and central Kishoreganj districts. In addition, one person each died in Chapaiwabganj, Naogaon, Sherpur and Habiganj districts, Channel 24 […]
Benue State Attacks in Nigeria Leaves at Least 23 Dead
NIGERIA – Benue State attacks in Nigeria by gunmen left at least 23 people dead, and many others injured on Sunday according to local officials. Ray Anumve, an official of the Kwande Local Government Area, said in an interview with a local newspaper that Fulani herdsmen, who are engaged in livestock farming, launched attacks on […]
Israeli Strike on Jabalia School Housing Palestinians in Gaza Kills at Least 15
PALESTINE – An Israeli strike on Jabalia school housing Palestinians in Gaza have killed at least 15 on Monday and left others injured. Five children were among the victims killed in the Israeli airstrike on the displacement shelter, according to medical sources. Local sources and eyewitnesses reported that an Israeli warplane struck the second floor […]
Vietnam-Russia Nuclear Plant Deal; the Brief
RUSSIA – Negotiations to resume the paused Vietnam-Russia nuclear plant agreement on building nuclear power plants in Vietnam have begun, with a broader aim of elevating the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations to “a new level in terms of quality.” This was reported on Monday, May 12. “The two sides agreed to […]
4th US-Iran Indirect Talks; The Recap
OMAN – The fourth US-Iran indirect talks happened today, Sunday, in Muscat, Oman. High-level diplomatic discussions, attended by Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump’s senior adviser and Middle East special envoy, lasted more than three hours and included both direct and indirect exchanges, according to a senior US official quoted by US media outlets. Oman […]
Trump and Middle East; What’s his Agenda?
USA – Trump and Middle East Agenda; The Deep Dive. Trump’s agenda for the Middle East seems to be conflicting with that of Netanyahu of late, as divisions between Israel and the United States’ approach to various regional matters can be clearly witnessed. “I think what you’re seeing is the Israelis recognizing that as much […]