International news
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Six Ancient Statues Stolen from Syrian National Museum in Damascus
Authorities in Syria have launched an investigation after six ancient marble statues were reported stolen from the Syrian National Museum in Damascus. According to the country’s General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums, staff discovered the…
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Youths Back Trump’s Call for Action, Urge Tinubu to Tackle Insecurity Decisively
Some Nigerian youths have voiced support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks on Nigeria’s security challenges, calling on President Bola Tinubu to adopt stronger measures to combat terrorism and insecurity nationwide. Trump had…
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Nigerian Priest Begs Trump to Help Stop Killings of Christians
A Catholic priest in Nigeria has called on former U.S. President Donald Trump to help stop the killings of Christians in the country. In a video that has gone viral, the priest said Christians were…
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US Lawmakers Call for Sanctions on Miyetti Allah Over Religious Violence in Nigeria
The U.S. House of Representatives has asked the State and Treasury Departments to place sanctions on some people and groups, including the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, for…
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China Issues Warning to U.S. Over Interference in Nigeria Amid Trump’s Military Threats
The Chinese government has cautioned the United States against interfering in Nigeria’s internal affairs following threats by former U.S. President Donald Trump to take military action against the West African nation. Speaking in Beijing on…
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Chad Closes Border With Nigeria Amid Rising U.S. Tensions
The government of Chad has closed its land border with Nigeria following rising tensions over recent comments by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting possible military action in Nigeria. Chad’s President, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, announced…
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Paul Biya Declared Winner of Cameroon’s Presidential Election Amid Deadly Protests
Cameroon’s long-serving President, Paul Biya, has been declared the winner of the country’s October 12, 2025, presidential election, extending his more than four-decade rule. According to the Constitutional Council, Biya’s Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM)…
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Thailand’s Former Queen Sirikit Dies at 93
Thailand is mourning the death of its former queen, Queen Sirikit, who passed away late on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the age of 93. The royal palace confirmed her passing in an official statement…
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EU Slams Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for Breaking Digital Transparency Rules
The European Union has accused social media giants Facebook, Instagram and TikTok of breaking new digital transparency rules under its Digital Services Act (DSA). According to the European Commission, the three platforms failed to give…
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Obama Honours Afrobeat Icon Fela Kuti In New Podcast Series
Former United States President, Barack Obama, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, in a new 12-part podcast series titled “Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.” The podcast, produced by Obama’s media company,…
