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Ebola in the DRC: UN warns of faster spread than response capabilities

The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has raised the alarm over the scale of the Ebola epidemic affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo. During a press conference held Thursday in New York, the UN chief condemned the growing gap between the virus's progression and the resources......

Iran: Moscow Rejects US Sanctions, Islamabad Clarifies Its Position

The new economic offensive launched by Washington against Iran is already provoking mixed reactions among Tehran's partners and neighbors. While Russia openly rejects the use of unilateral sanctions, Pakistan adopts a more cautious stance, primarily seeking to preserve its role as a mediator between......

US Inflation and Fed Rates: Dollar Strengthens Ahead of Jackson Hole

The US dollar is trading near its highest level in eight days on Thursday, supported by new data showing that inflation in the United States remains high enough to keep the prospect of a monetary tightening by the Federal Reserve (Fed) open by the end of the year. Investors are now turning their attention......

Russia-NATO: Moscow Denies Any Threat After CIA Director's Secret Visit

Moscow denies any intention to target a NATO country following reports of a warning issued by CIA Director John Ratcliffe during his recent visit to Moscow. A meeting confirmed by Russian services, but the content remains confidential. The Kremlin rejected on Thursday, August 27, reports from several......

Earthquake in Colombia: Beyoncé Donates One Million Dollars to Aid Victims

The mobilization in support of the victims of the powerful earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 continues. American singer Beyoncé has announced a personal donation of one million dollars aimed at supporting families affected by the disaster, particularly those who have lost their homes. The......

Hormuz Strait: A Ship Hit by a Projectile, Fire Contained Onboard

A new maritime incident occurred in the Hormuz Strait, a strategic route for global energy trade. A ship was struck by a projectile of unknown origin during the night from Wednesday to Thursday, causing a fire onboard, according to the British maritime security agency UKMTO.The fire has since been contained......

United States: Donald Trump Declares State of Emergency to Protect the Electric Grid

American President Donald Trump proclaimed a national state of emergency on Wednesday to enhance the protection of the United States' electric grid against potential risks associated with certain equipment manufactured abroad. The decision, announced by the White House, places the security of energy......

CIA in Moscow: A Discreet Visit Amid Rising Tensions Between Russia and NATO

The visit of CIA Director John Ratcliffe to Moscow this week raises many questions about the nature of exchanges between Washington and Russian authorities. According to several American media outlets, this trip was primarily aimed at sending a warning to Moscow regarding any potential military action......

Syria: The United States Removes Damascus from Its List of Terrorism-Supporting Countries

After nearly half a century of being on the U.S. list of states accused of supporting terrorism, Syria has officially been removed by the United States. This decision marks a major turning point in the relationship between Washington and Damascus and could open a new phase for the Syrian economy, which......

Jack Ma Invests $77 Million in Alibaba Amid Massive AI Bet

The founder of Alibaba, Jack Ma, has just increased his stake in the Chinese tech giant with an investment of over 600 million Hong Kong dollars, approximately 76.5 million US dollars. These purchases, made over two consecutive sessions, come just days after a fundraising of 80 billion Hong Kong dollars......

The United States Reaffirms Support for the Unification and Stability of Libya

The United States has reiterated its commitment to efforts aimed at bringing together the various Libyan institutions and strengthening the stability of the country. This position was expressed on Tuesday by Massad Boulos, senior advisor to the American president for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. In......

Artificial Intelligence: Bill Gates Calls for Jobs Reserved for Humans and New Regulations

Artificial intelligence is advancing at a pace that now surpasses the ability of governments and institutions to anticipate its consequences. In a new essay of nearly 6,000 words, Bill Gates sounds the alarm and believes that humanity is entering one of the most turbulent transformation periods in its......

Iran: Military Announces Reconstruction of Damaged Weapons After War

The Iranian army claims to have restored all weapon systems damaged during the war with the United States and Israel, and has enhanced its military capabilities with new equipment, some of which may have been imported from abroad. This announcement comes as tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz,......

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