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Gérard Collomb has passed away

Gérard Collomb has passed away

Former Lyon mayor Gérard Collomb, ex-Interior Minister in the first Macron government, passed away peacefully among his family after suffering from stomach cancer in Lyon, France, according to reports. Gérard Collomb had been an early supporter of Emmanuel Macron before his arrival at the Élysée. His health had deteriorated considerably …

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Russia launches wanted notice targeting Meta spokesperson

Russia launches wanted notice targeting Meta spokesperson

Russian authorities on Sunday included Andy Stone, the spokesperson for the American social media giant Meta, parent company of Facebook and Whatsapp, in the list of people wanted, even though the company is classified as “extremist” in the country. Andy Stone’s name now appears in the Russian Interior Ministry’s database …

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German Catholic cleric kidnapped in Mali in 2022 finally released

Father Hans-Joachim Lohre

A Catholic priest of German nationality, Father Hans-Joachim Lohre, who disappeared in November 2022 in Mali and considered kidnapped, has been released, two archdiocese and government officials said on Sunday. “Priest Hans-Joachim Lohre, kidnapped on November 20, 2022, was released this Sunday. He is on the plane for his country,” …

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The world welcomes agreement between Israel and Hamas

The world welcomes agreement between Israel and Hamas

After the formalization of an agreement between Israel and Hamas for the release of 50 people taken hostage on October 7 in exchange for 150 political prisoners, international reactions are pouring in. Many diplomatic voices have expressed their satisfaction with the success of the negotiations, carried out under the mediation …

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NATO condemns Russian withdrawal from treaty on conventional arms in Europe

NATO condemns Russian withdrawal from treaty on conventional arms in Europe

NATO member countries condemned on Tuesday Russia’s decision to formally withdraw from the historic treaty limiting conventional military forces in Europe, and decided to suspend their participation. Russia decided in 2007 to suspend its participation in this treaty on conventional weapons in Europe, which entered into force in 1992 after …

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UK and US issue security alert on Uganda

UK and US issue security alert on Uganda

The British High Commission in Uganda has warned of “a growing terror threat in Uganda, including targeting of foreigners”, hours after the US embassy issued a similar alert. Both diplomatic missions on Tuesday warned their citizens against attending large gatherings, including worship activities. They also cautioned against participation in music …

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Russian companies interested in Equatorial Guinea’s minerals

Russian companies interested in Equatorial Guinea's minerals

Russian President Vladimir Putin says that Russian companies have a “serious” interest in extracting mineral resources in Equatorial Guinea. He held talks with Equatoguinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema on Thursday in Moscow, where both leaders agreed to boost bilateral ties. “The potential investment capacity is big, and your country’s capacity …

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