A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, following an announcement by U.S. President Joe Biden that a deal to end the “devastating” conflict had been finalized. The agreement aims to halt nearly 14 months of cross-border fighting that has claimed thousands of lives. The truce, which began at 4 a.m. local time … Read more
The US State Department announced on Thursday its decision to release $1.3 billion in military aid to Egypt without conditions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this release comes amidst close collaboration between Cairo and Washington on brokering a ceasefire in Gaza. Previously, the United States had tied a portion of its annual aid to Egypt … Read more
Ex-militants from the Niger Delta Special Force (NDSF) support Asari Dokubo’s allegations that certain military officers are involved in aiding oil theft in the region. They criticize Eshanekpe Israel, also known as ‘General Israel,’ for attacking Dokubo over his claims. The NDSF urges President Bola Tinubu to review the current surveillance contract in the Niger … Read more