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Diplomacy: Putin and Sisi discuss strengthening ties

Diplomacy: Putin and Sisi discuss strengthening ties

Egypt’s President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have spoken about the latest developments in Ukraine, Egypt’s presidency has announced. The two leaders also discussed strengthening ties between their nations through joint development projects, Reuters quoted the presidency as saying. Russia currently faces a wave of sanctions …

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South Africa: former president Jacob Zuma supports Putin in the Ukrainian conflict

South Africa: former president Jacob Zuma supports Putin in the Ukrainian conflict

Former South African President Jacob Zuma has thrown his support behind Russian President Vladimir Putin in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, describing him as a man of peace. Former President Jacob Zuma said he supported the Russian president after Russian troops invaded Ukraine. Mr Zuma said Putin’s decision was “justifiable”, …

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Senegal: Foreign Ministry declares illegal an article on war volunteers in Ukraine

Senegal: Foreign Ministry declares illegal an article on war volunteers in Ukraine

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Senegal said a Facebook post by Ukraine’s embassy that called on Senegalese volunteers to enlist in the fight against Russia was illegal. In a statement, the ministry said recruitment of volunteers, mercenaries and other foreign fighters was illegal in the country and punishable by …

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COVID-19: France to end wearing of masks and vaccine pass from March 14

COVID-19: France to end wearing of masks and vaccine pass from March 14

French Prime Minister, Jean Castex announced the end of the obligation to wear a mask, with the exception of transport, and the “suspension” of the vaccination pass from March 14. “The situation is improving thanks to our collective efforts, thanks to measures we have taken […], the conditions are met …

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Ukraine opens hotline for Africans and Asians fleeing war

Ukraine opens hotline for Africans and Asians fleeing war

The Ukrainian government has launched an emergency hotline for Africans and Asians fleeing Russia’s invasion, according to the foreign minister. It follows widespread allegations of racism faced by Africans attempting to leave the country. Numerous African students in Ukraine have shared stories of being blocked by Ukrainian security agents from …

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EU condemns Museveni’s son for supporting Russia in Ukraine conflict

Muhoozi Kainerugaba

European Union (EU) diplomats have condemned the powerful son of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, Lt Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, for expressing support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Gen Kainerugaba had on Tuesday tweeted that “the majority of mankind (that are non-white) support Russia’s stand in Ukraine. Putin is absolutely right!”. …

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