African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Iran claimed early Wednesday to have launched hypersonic missiles at Israel in retaliation for airstrikes on Tehran, escalating tensions between the arch-foes. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that its Fattah-1 hypersonic missiles targeted Tel Aviv, “repeatedly shaking shelters” in the commercial hub. The attack came hours after US President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender” and hinted at potential […]
Summary Iran vows harsh response, Israel appears to intercept 100 retaliatory drones Several top Iranian commanders killed Oil prices spike, then ease from highs, amid fears of regional instability U.S. denies involvement, Trump seeks return to nuclear talks Jerusalem/Tehran (Prime Africa News) – Israel launched a massive military operation against Iran on Friday, striking nuclear facilities, […]
Summary Flight was bound for London’s Gatwick Airport Police say plane crashed on doctors’ hostel More than 200 dead, police say First fatal crash of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner Ahmedabad, India – More than 200 people were killed when an Air India flight bound for London crashed minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, marking the deadliest […]
Tel Aviv/Gaza City – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed for the first time that his government is supporting armed Palestinian factions in Gaza, revealing that local clan militias are being used to assist in the military campaign against Hamas. In a video statement posted to X on Thursday, Netanyahu said that “powerful local […]
Boulder, Colorado (Prime Africa News) – Eight people were injured on Sunday in a suspected terror attack during a peaceful demonstration in Boulder, Colorado, aimed at calling for the release of captives held in Gaza. The FBI has launched an investigation into the incident, describing it as an “act of terror.” The attack took place […]
TEHRAN, (Prime Africa) – Iran is calling on the United Nations Security Council and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to intervene urgently following mounting threats from Israel against its nuclear infrastructure. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in a strongly worded letter on Thursday, urged international authorities to take immediate action to ensure the safety […]
Hamas has released Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander on Monday, the group said, paving the way for a possible return to ceasefire talks for the war-torn enclave. The Palestinian militant group said it is ready to be involved in negotiations to reach a comprehensive and sustainable ceasefire agreement. The Hamas statement did not indicate when the […]
Tel Aviv, Israel – A missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels landed near Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport on Sunday, sparking widespread panic among passengers and prompting swift threats of retaliation from Israeli leadership. This marks a significant escalation in regional tensions as the Iran-aligned group intensifies its attacks in support of Palestinians in Gaza. […]
NAIROBI, Kenya (Prime Africa)– The Government of Kenya is actively engaging Indian authorities through diplomatic channels to assist Chris Anyuga Barake, a Kenyan university student detained in India since October 6, 2023, on allegations of cybercrime. While addressing Parliament on Tuesday, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirmed that Barake, a holder of Kenyan passport number […]
NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD — In the wake of a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, India has taken sweeping measures against Pakistan, including revoking all valid visas issued to Pakistani nationals and suspending visa services indefinitely. This decision, announced on Thursday by the Ministry of External Affairs, marks a sharp escalation in the […]
