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US President Donald Trump, Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Qatar Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.
Trump makes unplanned stop in Qatar to discuss Gaza peace efforts
DOHA — US President Donald Trump made an unplanned stop in Qatar on his way to Malaysia for the ASEAN summit, meeting with the country’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani aboard Air Force One.The brief encounter, held during a refuelling stop at Al Udeid Air Base, drew regional and international attention as leaders discussed ongoing peace efforts in Gaza.Trump and Qatari leaders focused on the recent Israel-Hamas hostage deal and broader efforts to maintain stability in Gaza, where Qatar has acted as a mediator in coordination with international partners.Sheikh Tamim welcomed the US president warmly, saying that, because he was in Qatar, he wanted to greet him personally."As soon as I found out that he's coming to...
October 27, 2025

Trump makes unplanned stop in Qatar to discuss Gaza peace efforts

The American was reportedly kidnapped in an area near the presidential palace in Niamey, Niger
American missionary reportedly kidnapped in Niger
WASHINGTON– An American missionary was kidnapped from his home in the West African nation of Niger, multiple security sources told CBS News.The man, who has not been officially identified, was kidnapped in the capital, Niamey, on Tuesday, about 100 yards (91 metres) from the presidential palace where ousted Niger President Mohamed Bazoum has been held since he was toppled in a coup in 2023.Sources told US media that the man has worked as a missionary for a US-based charity, and lived in Niger since 2010. It is unclear who kidnapped him.The US state department has said it is aware of reports of an American citizen kidnapped in Niger.A department spokesperson added that US embassy officials are working with local authorities."We are seeing efforts from across the US government to support...
October 23, 2025

American missionary reportedly kidnapped in Niger

Four vehicles, including two buses, were involved in the collision
46 dead after multi-vehicle crash in Uganda
KAMPALA — Ugandan police now say 46 people have died after several vehicles crashed on a major highway in Uganda, revising an earlier death toll of 63.The police say they had mistakenly included victims who were unconscious in their initial fatality count.The crash occurred when two buses travelling in opposite directions "met head on" while trying to overtake two other vehicles – a lorry and a car – on the Kampala-Gulu Highway at 00:15 local time (21:15 GMT), the Uganda Police Force said.One of the buses swerved in an attempt to avoid a crash, but in the process caused a "head on and side collision" that led to a "chain reaction" in which other vehicles lost control and overturned.As well as the fatalities, the passengers of the vehicles involved and several others were injured,...
October 22, 2025

46 dead after multi-vehicle crash in Uganda

Tanker explosions are a recurring tragedy in Nigeria
Dozens killed in Nigeria fuel tanker explosion
ABUJA — Dozens of people have been killed in an oil tanker explosion in Nigeria's central Niger state after the vehicle skidded off the road and crashed, spilling fuel.Villagers rushed to collect fuel from the overturned tanker which suddenly exploded, setting off a massive fire that engulfed them. About 30 people reportedly died, while at least 40 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.The intense blaze burned many victims beyond recognition, and the injured were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.Tanker explosions are a recurring tragedy in Nigeria, despite repeated warnings about the dangers of collecting spilled fuel.The accident occurred near the Essan and Badeggi communities along the Bida-Agaie road in the Katcha Local Government Area of Niger state.Nigeria's...
October 22, 2025

Dozens killed in Nigeria fuel tanker explosion

A military procession is leading the service with Odinga's casket draped in the Kenyan flag
Thousands attend state funeral of former Kenyan Prime Minister Odinga
NAIROBI — Thousands of mourners are attending the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at a national stadium in the Kenyan capital.Many are carrying national flags, portraits of the late leader, and wearing T-shirts printed with his image to pay their final respects.Security remains tight in and around the stadium, with police and military officers deployed to prevent a recurrence of the unrest witnessed on Thursday during the body-viewing ceremony.At least three people died after police fired gunshots and tear gas in an attempt to contain the huge crowds who had turned out to escort Odinga's body from the country's main airport after it arrived from India, where he died on Wednesday.The presidents of Somalia and Ethiopia are among regional leaders attending the...
October 17, 2025

Thousands attend state funeral of former Kenyan Prime Minister Odinga

Authorities say mourners gained access to restricted areas at the main airport
Flights halted at Kenyan airport as thousands turn out to receive Odinga's body
NAIROBI — Operations have been suspended at Kenya's main airport after thousands of mourners turned out to receive the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, a day after he died in India.Large crowds of mourners carrying twigs and palm branches breached security at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) immediately after the body of the former leader arrived on Thursday morning.Authorities said mourners gained access to restricted areas, prompting a "precautionary closure" to allow security teams to restore order and ensure safety."Members of the public and travellers are advised to remain calm and avoid the airport area until further notice," the aviation agency said.Because of the unexpectedly huge crowds, the public viewing ceremony for his body has been moved to...
October 16, 2025

Flights halted at Kenyan airport as thousands turn out to receive Odinga's body

Raila Odinga has been a towering figure in Kenyan politics for many years
Kenya's Raila Odinga dies in India
NAIROBI — Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80, family sources have saidh.Odinga died on Wednesday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in India. He collapsed during a morning walk and was taken to Devamatha Hospital, which said he had suffered a cardiac arrest. It said he did not respond to resuscitation measures and was "declared dead at 09:52" local time (04:22 GMT).In recent weeks, there has been speculation about his health, although family members and political allies had dismissed reports suggesting he was critically ill.President William Ruto paid tribute to Odinga as a "beacon of courage" and "father of our democracy"."Raila Amolo Odinga is truly a once-in-a-generation leader. A man whose ideals transcended politics, and whose legacy...
October 15, 2025

Kenya's Raila Odinga dies in India

President Andry Rajoelina addresses a state ceremony in Antananarivo last month.
Madagascar’s military takes power after president flees country, says colonel
ANTANANARIVO — Madagascar’s military has taken charge of the Indian Ocean island after President Andry Rajoelina fled abroad during a standoff with youth-led protesters and security forces, Reuters reported quoting an army colonel on Tuesday.“We have taken the power,” Col. Michael Randrianirina, who led a mutiny of soldiers joining anti-government Gen Z demonstrators, said on national radio.Randrianirina added that the military was dissolving all institutions except the lower house of parliament or National Assembly, which voted to impeach Rajoelina minutes earlier.In a day of turmoil for the nation off east Africa, the 51-year-old leader had sought to dissolve the assembly by decree.Despite flying out on a French military jet, Rajoelina is refusing to step down in defiance of...
October 14, 2025

Madagascar’s military takes power after president flees country, says colonel

The president's official residence is heavily guarded
Kenyan officer killed in bow-and-arrow attack at gate of president's residence
NAIROBI — A Kenyan police officer stationed at one of the gates of the president's official residence in the capital, Nairobi, has died after being shot with an arrow, officials have said.Police said that on Monday morning, a 56-year-old man, armed with a bow and arrows, approached officers at the gate of State House and was ordered to surrender. Instead, he moved forward and shot PC Ramadhan Matanka in the ribs.The policeman was immediately taken to hospital but died while undergoing treatment, according to a police statement.The attack has raised questions about possible security lapses as State House is one of Kenya's most heavily guarded locations.PC Matanka's body is now in a mortuary and there will be a post-mortem later.An investigation is also under way to...
October 14, 2025

Kenyan officer killed in bow-and-arrow attack at gate of president's residence

Worshippers stand inside the Menjar Shenkora Arerti Mariam Church under construction that collapsed in Arerti, Amhara region of northern Ethiopia, on Wednesday
At least 36 killed as a church under construction collapses on worshippers in Ethiopia
ADDIS ABABA — The scaffolding supporting a church under construction in Ethiopia’s Amhara region collapsed, killing at least 36 people and injuring scores of others, the Associated Press reported.The accident happened Wednesday morning at Menjar Shenkora Arerti Mariam Church in Amhara, northern Ethiopia, as worshippers gathered for an annual event celebrating St. Mary.Many worshippers had climbed up the wooden scaffolding to see a ceiling mural when the support structure collapsed, according to witnesses.“We all had gathered in prayers when all of a sudden the scaffolding collapsed and people starting falling from the ceiling,” witness Mikias Mebratu, who lost three of his friends, said at the scene.Seyoum Altaye, a clinician with a local hospital, said the victims include children...
October 02, 2025

At least 36 killed as a church under construction collapses on worshippers in Ethiopia

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