The European Union has agreed to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank following Hungary's new government lifting its long-standing veto of the measures. The move comes shortl

As 2026 unfolds, President Trump's economic nationalism via tariffs and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's tax cuts drive debates over growth versus inflation ahead of midterms. Congress faces gridlock

Africans are increasingly disillusioned with democracy due to its failure to deliver jobs, economic development, and security, threatening its endurance on the continent. This trend is highlighted as

US President Donald Trump revealed in a surprise social media post that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire starting today, Saturday, May 9, 2026, along with a prisoner exchange. T

President Donald Trump announced a temporary three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine starting May 9th through May 11th, coinciding with Russia's Victory Day celebrations. The ceasefire will inc

Pentagon officials announced the withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany, redeploying them to the United States and other overseas posts. The move cancels a Biden-era plan for a missile-equipped ar

The UNCTAD Economic Development in Africa Report 2024 warns that cascading global crises like COVID-19 and the Ukraine war have severely impacted African economies. Reliance on foreign markets, volati

EU leaders are meeting in Cyprus to discuss Ukraine, the Strait of Hormuz, and mutual defence amid escalating tensions from the Iran war. They have vowed to strengthen security and economic ties with

The European Union has approved a 90-billion-euro interest-free loan to Ukraine, providing a critical financial lifeline amid ongoing conflict. This aid averts deep cuts to public services but may not

Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party suffered a landslide defeat in Hungary's election, with Péter Magyar’s Tisza party securing 141 of 199 parliamentary seats. This ends Orbán's illiberal rule, enabling const

Nordic government ministers met in Denmark in February 2026 to discuss expanding the Helsinki Treaty to include Greenland and two other autonomous territories. This move aims to strengthen Nordic coop