Global retailers' tariff strategy risks spreading pain beyond US consumer

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Global retailers are considering raising prices across multiple markets - not just in the US - to offset new American tariffs, a strategy that could fuel inflation ...

Iran's Khamenei slams 'outrageous' US demands in nuclear talks

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dismissed US demands to halt uranium enrichment as “outrageous”, casting doubt on the success of nuclear talks, ...

Watch VideoTanzanian opposition leader defiant as he appears for treason trial

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Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu faces a treason trial that could carry the death penalty, as activists warn of a growing threat to democracy across East ...

Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza as criticism of Israel grows

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Israeli air strikes killed at least 50 Palestinians in Gaza on Tuesday, local health authorities said, as Israel continues its bombardment despite mounting international ...

WATCH: Ramaphosa arrives in US ahead of White House sit-down with Trump

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President Cyril Ramaphosa's arrival in Washington DC marks a pivotal moment for South Africa as he prepares for crucial discussions with US President Donald Trump. ...

Watch VideoTrump pushes for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, but Putin holds the cards

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Former US President Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to begin immediate ceasefire talks following his call with Vladimir Putin, but while ...

US-Africa tensions rise ahead of Ramaphosa’s high-stakes meeting with Trump

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Political analysts weigh in on the upcoming meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump, highlighting the challenges and ...

On patrol for jihadists with the camel cavalry

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A posse of turban-clad soldiers perched on "ships of the desert" may conjure images of the past, but Mauritania's camelback cavalry plays a vital role in the fight ...

Watch VideoTrump to launch 'major investigation' into Kamala Harris celebrity endorsements

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US President Donald Trump announced a "major investigation" into Kamala Harris' campaign tactics, accusing her of improperly using celebrity endorsements to bolster ...

SANDF confirms smooth start to troop withdrawal from DRC to Tanzania

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The SANDF has confirmed that the orderly withdrawal of South African troops from the DRC to Tanzania is under way, with all personnel safe and logistical plans proceeding ...

Watch VideoPope Leo XIV receives US VP Vance, Rubio

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Pope Leo XIV welcomed US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Vatican, marking a significant moment just after the new pontiff's inauguration ...

What if Trump does to Ramaphosa what he did to Zelensky? Expert weighs in

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for a crucial meeting with US counterpart Donald Trump, experts warn of the challenges ahead in mending diplomatic ties and ...

Portugal's ruling centre-right alliance wins election, but far-right makes record gains

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Portugal's ruling centre-right Democratic Alliance won a snap parliamentary election on Sunday but again fell short of the majority needed to end a long period of ...

Trump's Gulf tour reshapes Middle East diplomatic map

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Former US President Donald Trump’s four-day Gulf tour marked a major diplomatic shift in the Middle East, strengthening ties with Sunni Arab states like Saudi Arabia, ...

Pro-EU centrist wins Romanian presidency over Trump-aligned hard-right rival

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Romania's centrist Bucharest mayor, Nicusor Dan, won the country's presidential election on Sunday in a shock upset over a hard-right, nationalist rival who had ...

Trump tax bill passes key panel to advance in US Congress

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US President Donald Trump's tax-cut bill, which could add up to $5 trillion to the national debt, advanced in Congress after hardline Republicans dropped their opposition ...

Watch VideoIsrael says it will let food into Gaza after announcing new ground assault

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Israel will ease its blockade and let limited amounts of food into Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said, after the military announced it had begun ...

Trump to speak to Putin on end to war in Ukraine as Europeans demand ceasefire

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US President Donald Trump is set to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday about peace in Ukraine as European leaders demanded that the Kremlin accept ...

EU and UK move to reset ties as bloc backs €150bn defence fund

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The EU and UK have reached a tentative agreement to reset ties ahead of a major summit, while EU countries have also backed a €150 billion defence fund to strengthen ...