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European fintech startup Zazu has raised $1 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate its expansion into Morocco and South Africa, with plans for a broader Africa-wide rollout starting in 2026. The company, founded in 2024 by former Solarisbank executives Rinse Jacobs and Germain Bahri, offers an all-in-one banking platform tailored to small......

The third day of US–Ukraine peace discussions in Miami concluded with measured progress on a potential postwar framework for Ukraine, as both sides acknowledged that any concrete results would depend on Russia’s willingness to pursue a genuine path to peace. Ongoing talks in Miami American and Ukrainian delegations met for three......

Russian missiles and drones struck the Kyiv region overnight, injuring at least three civilians and severely damaging vital railway infrastructure in the city of Fastiv. The assault, part of Moscow’s ongoing campaign against Ukraine’s transport and energy networks, came amid renewed diplomatic efforts toward a potential ceasefire. Railway......

Efforts to build a durable security framework for Ukraine gained momentum this week after American and Ukrainian negotiators reached an understanding on new defense commitments during talks in Miami. The discussions mark a cautious yet notable step toward ending the war, though significant disagreements with Russie continue......

A federal judge in Florida has ordered the unsealing of grand jury transcripts from the 2005 and 2007 investigations into Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and convicted pedophile. These court materials, long kept confidential, are being made public following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, signed into law last month......

French President Emmanuel Macron engaged in high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, seeking to strengthen Europe’s role in shaping future peace efforts for Ukraine. Macron urged coordination between the United States and Europe, stressing that unity remains essential as diplomatic momentum grows toward a possible......

A Ukrainian drone struck one of the towers in the Grozny City complex early Friday, damaging several floors and igniting a fire that was quickly brought under control. The attack, confirmed by Chechen leader Рамзан Кадыров, targeted the heart of Chechnya’s capital, only a short distance from his residence. While......

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, Moroccan retail giant Marjane is launching a nationwide campaign to celebrate the country’s football supporters. The initiative aims to highlight the energy, passion, and unity of fans of the Lions de l’Atlas, offering a unique immersive experience across the nation. Mhamed Chlyeh,......

Japan has formally rejected China’s recent letter to the United Nations criticizing Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan. Japan’s UN ambassador, Kazuyuki Yamazaki, described China’s accusations as “inconsistent with the facts” and emphasized Japan’s commitment to dialogue and international......

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake recorded on Friday in the coastal town of Fuengirola has prompted the Andalusian government to activate the pre-emergency phase of its Seismic Risk Plan. The quake, felt across several provinces, caused no reported injuries but generated dozens of calls to emergency services. Antonio Sanz, the Andalusian minister......

Angola has announced a 28-player squad blending seasoned internationals and rising talents for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place in Morocco from December 18 to January 21. With an average age of 28.6 and a majority of players competing abroad — notably in Portugal, Italy, England, Turkey, Greece, Qatar and Egypt —......

Nineteen diplomatic missions in Tanzania — among them the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada, and several European states — have issued a rare joint appeal calling on authorities to respond urgently to allegations of post-election abuses, including killings, disappearances, and arbitrary detentions. In a statement released......

Sri Lanka issued fresh landslide warnings on Dec. 5 as heavy rains continued to batter the island’s central highlands, pushing the death toll from Cyclone Ditwah to more than 600. The National Building Research Organisation warned that over-saturated slopes in the worst-hit districts could give way if rainfall persists, urging residents......