Kosovo’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti has sounded the alarm on Western powers’ soft stance towards Serbia, driven by an unfounded fear of Serbia cozying up to Russia. In a candid interview, Kurti slammed the European Union’s failure to hold Serbia accountable for reneging on the EU-brokered deal to normalize relations with Kosovo. He urged the … Read more
Israeli Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, has vowed that military operations in Lebanon will continue. Gallant made the remarks following Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s assertion that recent attacks on pagers and walkie-talkies amounted to “a declaration of war.” EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating … Read more
Shamim Ahmed, a prominent student leader in Bangladesh, was brutally beaten to death at Jahangirnagar University in Dhaka, allegedly in retaliation for his involvement in attacks on protesters during the recent movement that ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina last month. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Ahmed, a key figure in the student wing of … Read more
As President Joe Biden’s time in office winds down, the prospect of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza appears increasingly unlikely. Despite concerted efforts by US officials, Qatar, and Egypt, the two sides remain entrenched in their positions. The stakes are high, with the conflict having already claimed thousands of lives and … Read more
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Commander, Hossein Salami has told Hezbollah Chief Hassan Nasrallah that Israel would face “a crushing response from the axis of resistance,” according to state media. The statement came after attacks on Hezbollah’s communication devices. The “axis of resistance” refers to Iran-aligned armed groups across the Middle East, including Lebanon’s Hezbollah, Yemen’s Houthis, … Read more
Canada is making notable changes to its temporary residence programs to better regulate the growing number of temporary residents and safeguard the integrity of the system. The government announced a 10% reduction in the intake cap for international student study permits for 2025, along with more stringent eligibility criteria for work permits. According to a … Read more
Ukraine’s electricity supply is at risk of “severe disruptions” this winter, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned, urging international allies to step up support to secure the country’s energy infrastructure. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has been repeatedly targeted by missiles and drones. The intensity of these attacks has … Read more
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut is expected to influence the upcoming decisions of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which meets next week to discuss potential rate changes. With the Fed reducing borrowing costs, Nigeria’s central bank may feel compelled to consider a similar move, as it balances inflation management with the need … Read more
Sri Lanka’s presidential hopefuls have wrapped up their campaigns on Wednesday, just two days before the crucial election. With the country still reeling from a severe financial crisis, all candidates focused on promises to revive the struggling economy. More than 17 million voters will head to the polls on Saturday to select a president for … Read more
British government has summoned Russia’s ambassador on Wednesday, denouncing an “unprecedented and unfounded public campaign of aggression” from Moscow. This came after Russia’s FSB revoked the accreditation of six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage and sabotage—claims Britain called “malicious and completely baseless.” A Foreign Office spokesperson said, “This pattern of behaviour is completely unacceptable, … Read more
Hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been denied bail after pleading not guilty to charges in a federal sex-trafficking case. A New York federal judge ordered the 54-year-old music icon to remain in custody, citing prosecutors’ claims that Combs posed a “serious flight risk.” Combs was arrested on Monday evening and is accused of operating … Read more
Ukrainian prosecutors are investigating a disturbing incident involving a Ukrainian soldier who was found dead with a sword in his chest. The sword had the words “for Kursk” written on it, which suggests that this was an act of revenge for Ukraine’s recent incursion into the Russian border region. A photo of the soldier’s body … Read more
Netherlands’ new right-wing government has unveiled a controversial budget plan, slashing development aid by a staggering two-thirds over the next three years. This move comes as the government grapples with a ballooning deficit, expected to rise to 2.8% of GDP next year. Led by Prime Minister Dick Schoof, the government aims to cut the development … Read more
A string of mysterious explosions have rocked Lebanon, injuring hundreds of people, including dozens of members of the militant group Hezbollah. The blasts targeted pagers used by Hezbollah members, according to a Lebanese security source, who spoke to CNN. The source did not specify who was behind the attack. The explosions occurred in several areas, … Read more
Superstar rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been indicted on charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, prosecutors announced on Tuesday. The music mogul, who was taken into custody on Monday, also faces an additional charge of “transportation for the purpose of engaging in prostitution,” according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of … Read more
Gunmen launched an early morning attack on a military police base in Bamako, the capital of Mali, on Tuesday, triggering gunfire and explosions, according to sources, witnesses, and an AFP correspondent. The attack led to the temporary closure of the airport. “Around 5:00 a.m., armed men targeted at least one military police base in Bamako, … Read more
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, WTO, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has expressed intention to seek another four-year term as head of the trade organization. Okonjo-Iweala, a former Nigeria’s Finance Minister made this disclosure in an interview with Reuters on Monday, stating that she hopes to complete “unfinished business” from her first mandate. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress … Read more
Venezuela’s government has escalated its efforts to suppress peaceful protests and dissent following the presidential election in July, according to a recent report by a UN fact-finding mission. The report reveals a deliberate and systematic crackdown on opposition voices, independent media, and peaceful demonstrations. “We are witnessing an intensification of the state’s repressive machinery in … Read more
Meta announced late Monday that it is banning Russian state media outlets from its global platforms due to concerns over “foreign interference activity.” The decision follows allegations from the United States that RT and its employees funneled $10 million through shell companies to secretly fund influence campaigns on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, … Read more
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that his government’s first budget will prioritize economic growth while addressing the significant financial challenges inherited from the previous administration. Starmer emphasized that any decisions made will be focused on promoting economic growth, stating, “If it promotes economic growth, it’s in the Yes column; if it inhibits economic … Read more