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European leaders have reiterated their demand to be included in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, despite signals from both Washington and Moscow that they have no role in the talks for now. An emergency summit held at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday brought together leaders from Germany, the U.K., Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Denmark, NATO, and the European Union. However, the meeting ended without a unified stance on key issues, including the possibility of deploying peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. Europe Calls for U.S. Partnership in Peace Process French President Emmanuel Macron revealed…

The trial of former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales has concluded, with a verdict expected in the coming weeks. Rubiales, 47, faces charges of sexual assault and coercion over a controversial non-consensual kiss on Spanish football star Jenni Hermoso during the 2023 Women’s World Cup medal ceremony. The incident, which was broadcast live worldwide, sparked global outrage and led to his resignation as the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). Key Charges and Legal Proceedings Prosecutors are seeking a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence for Rubiales—one year for sexual assault and 18 months for coercion. Alongside him,…

Popular Congolese musician Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, known as Delcat Idengo, has been killed in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), while filming a music video. His body was discovered on Thursday with severe head injuries, reportedly from a gunshot wound. The identity of the attackers remains unknown, fueling speculation over the motive behind his murder. A Voice for the People, Silenced Idengo was widely known for his politically charged songs, which criticized both the Congolese government and rebel groups operating in the region. His latest song, Bunduki (Swahili for “weapon”), condemned the ongoing rebel occupation of Goma. A fierce…

Public sector corruption remains alarmingly high worldwide, with many countries experiencing their worst rankings in over a decade, according to the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released on Tuesday by Transparency International. The 2024 index reveals that 47 out of 180 surveyed countries recorded their lowest scores since the organization began using its current ranking methodology in 2012. The report highlights a global failure in efforts to combat corruption, raising concerns about its impact on governance and pressing issues like climate change. Key Findings: Corruption on the Rise The CPI scores countries on a 0 to 100 scale,…

President Donald Trump scored a significant legal victory on Wednesday as a federal judge in Boston dismissed a key legal challenge to his administration’s deferred resignation program, a plan designed to downsize the federal workforce. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge George O’Toole Jr., found that the labor unions challenging the program lacked legal standing, removing a major obstacle to Trump’s efforts to streamline government operations. “This goes to show that lawfare will not ultimately prevail over the will of 77 million Americans who supported President Trump and his priorities,” said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt…

In a major shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed to begin negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The move follows a sudden prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine, marking a potential turning point in the ongoing conflict. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said he spent more than an hour on the phone with Putin, discussing the possibility of a peace settlement. “I think we’re on the way to getting peace,” he stated, adding that he later spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.…

A federal court has blocked the Trump administration from transferring three Venezuelan immigrants detained in New Mexico to Guantanamo Bay, halting a controversial move under the president’s immigration crackdown. U.S. District Judge Kenneth J. Gonzales granted a temporary restraining order on Sunday, preventing the detainees’ transfer. The ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by the Center for Constitutional Rights, the ACLU of New Mexico, and Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center. According to court filings, the three men were accused of having ties to the Tren de Aragua gang, a criminal network originating in Venezuela. Their lawyers…

The Philadelphia Eagles delivered a commanding performance in Super Bowl 59, crushing the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 and securing their second championship in franchise history. With a stifling defense and a composed offensive display led by Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts, the Eagles denied the Chiefs a historic three-peat. The Philadelphia defense overwhelmed Patrick Mahomes, sacking him six times and forcing two interceptions. Cooper DeJean’s pick-6 on his 22nd birthday set the tone, while Josh Sweat and Milton Williams spearheaded the relentless pressure on Kansas City’s star quarterback. Despite Mahomes’ reputation for late-game heroics, this time there was…

Ivory Coast is set to assume full control of the French military base in Abidjan, marking a significant step in France’s ongoing withdrawal from Africa. President Alassane Ouattara announced the transition during his New Year’s Eve address, confirming that military responsibilities would officially return to Ivorian authorities. The handover ceremony for the 43rd Marine Infantry Battalion (BIMA) camp in Port-Bouet is scheduled for February 20, with the defense ministers of both countries—Sébastien Lecornu of France and Téné Birahima Ouattara of Ivory Coast—set to attend. This move is part of a broader reshaping of France’s military footprint in Africa. Having faced…

A bombshell revelation has surfaced, alleging that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) secretly funneled funds to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) to run an anti-Trump campaign. The claims draw parallels to recent reports by billionaire Elon Musk, who accused the Biden administration of directing $300 million to Reuters as part of a coordinated effort to target him and his businesses. According to sources familiar with the matter, USAID an agency traditionally tasked with international development allegedly allocated undisclosed funds to the BBC under the guise of “democracy promotion” programs. However, investigative findings suggest that the funding was…