For many months, daily life in Haiti’s capital has been marked by widespread violence and deepening political instability since powerful armed gangs seized control of the streets of Port-au-Prince. The still-unfolding crisis is expected to figure prominently in discussions this…
US approves contentious oil drilling project in Alaska
The United States has approved a contentious oil-and-gas drilling project in the northwestern state of Alaska, drawing condemnation from environmentalists who say the move flies in the face of President Joe Biden’s climate pledges. The US Department of the Interior…
*Bandits kidnap 23, kill one in Kaduna community (Vanguard)*Presidential polls: Outcome of election results manipulated –TMG (Sun)
Bandits kidnap 23, kill one in Kaduna community (Vanguard) Twenty three people were allegedly kidnapped while one was killed by bandits at the Dogon-Daji community along the Abuja-Kaduna road near Kagarko in Kaduna State. Although the police could not be…
US vows more weapons for Ukraine, says ‘difficult times’ ahead
The U.S. government announced a new two billion dollar aid package for Ukraine on Friday being the anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The government also condemned the Kremlin for creating “the most urgent danger to European security since the end…
US puts forward Ajay Banga to lead World Bank
US President Joe Biden is nominating Indian-American businessman Ajay Banga to lead the World Bank, after its current head resigned early. The move comes as the US calls for reforms at the bank, including more action to address climate change.…
Joe Biden announces new Ukraine assistance package as he makes surprise visit to Kyiv
US President Joe Biden has made an unannounced visit to the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, days before the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Air raid sirens blared across the Ukrainian capital as Mr Biden visited Kyiv…
US fighter jet shoots down unidentified object over Canada
A United States fighter jet has shot down an unidentified cylindrical object over Canada in a joint operation by the North American neighbours. The shootdown on Saturday was the second such action in as many days and comes as North…
State of the Union 2023: Biden urges Congress to finish economic fightback
US President Joe Biden called on Republicans to help “finish the job” of delivering for hardworking families, in his annual State of the Union address. The Democrat stressed the importance of bipartisanship to a divided Congress where the lower chamber…
FBI search President Biden’s home in Delaware
The FBI is searching US President Joe Biden’s home in Rehoboth, Delaware as part of an investigation into classified documents, his lawyer says. In a statement, Mr Biden’s attorney said the search was “planned” with the president’s “full support”. CBS…
Biden rejects F-16s for Ukraine as Russia claims gains
Ukraine’s defence minister is expected in Paris today to meet President Emmanuel Macron amid a debate among Kyiv’s allies over whether to provide fighter jets for its war against Russia, after US President Joe Biden ruled out giving F-16s. Ukraine…