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Moldova Expels 3 Russian Diplomats, Moscow Vows to Retaliate

MOLDOVA has expelled three Russian diplomats from the country. This comes after they accused the Russian embassy of helping a pro-Kremlin lawmaker escape imprisonment. Modolva’s decision has led to Russia declaring it will mount an “appropriate response”. Moldova’s Foreign Ministry ordered the Russian embassy employees to leave the country on …

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Tanzania Tipped to Join Africa’s Richest

Tanzania is swiftly emerging as one of Africa’s most dynamic economies. Once defined by widespread poverty, the country is now enjoying steady growth across multiple sectors, including tourism, manufacturing, agriculture and finance. According to the World Economic Forum, Tanzania’s wealth per capita rose by 92 percent between 2000 and 2015—from just …

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Guinea Pardons ex-ruler Jailed for Massacre

GUINEA’S ruling military junta has granted a controversial pardon to former junta leader Moussa Dadis Camara, who was convicted last year for crimes against humanity over his role in the 2009 stadium massacre that left over 150 people dead. The announcement was made via a presidential decree broadcast on state television …

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3rd SDGs Film Challenge Launched by Nigeria, United Nations

THE United Nations Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Mohamed Fall, has described Nigeria as a storytelling powerhouse, urging filmmakers to channel their creative force toward amplifying awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire on Wednesday in Abuja launched …

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Death toll Rises to 22 as Wildfires Rage in South Korea

THE death toll from the wildfires sweeping through south-eastern South Korea has risen to at least 22, with authorities fearing the numbers could continue to climb. The official news agency Yonhap reported on Wednesday, that at least 18 people had died in the south-east of the country since Tuesday afternoon. …

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Helicopter Crash Kills Pilot Amid Deadly Wildfires In South Korea

A devastating helicopter crash occurred on Wednesday while it was battling deadly wildfires in South Korea, leading to the death of the pilot. Newsextra24 understands that the accident occurred as officials raced to bring the massive blazes under control. According to a Gyeongbuk Fire Service official, the helicopter was engaged in firefighting …

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UAE President, Trump discuss Gaza Ceasefire Efforts

UNITED Arab Emirates, UAE, President, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Donald Trump on Tuesday discussed efforts for reaching a ceasefire in Gaza. This is coming after Israel resumed its military offensive in the enclave last week. Newsextra24 reports that the Israeli military resumed fighting in Gaza …

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