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08/01/2026

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬.

Livingstone — Defence experts from across the Great Lakes Region convened today in Livingstone for an extraordinary meeting of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) Specialised Committee of Defence Experts, amid growing concern over the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Speaking at the official opening, Commander Zambia Army Lieutenant General Geoffrey Choongo Zyeele, who served as Guest of Honour, warned that the challenges confronting the region are profound, undermining community safety, impeding development, and threatening the stability of ICGLR member states.

Lt Gen Zyeele stressed the imperative of collective regional action, emphasising that sustainable peace depends on enhanced intelligence sharing and coordinated cross-border operations.

“Only through unity of purpose and decisive action can we overcome destabilising forces and secure a future of lasting stability for the Great Lakes Region,” he said.

He further highlighted the significance of the Washington Accord and the Doha Peace Framework, noting that while they symbolise dialogue, trust, and mutual recognition, they must be translated into concrete actions on the ground to deliver meaningful and lasting peace.

Meanwhile, Chairperson of the ICGLR Specialised Committee of Defence Experts, Brigadier General Emmanuel Kaputa Kasenga, reminded delegates that the Livingstone meeting follows key recommendations from the Defence Experts’ meeting held in Kinshasa from 24 to 25 November 2025.

Brig Gen Kasenga urged participants to engage constructively and develop practical, implementable recommendations to be presented to the Regional Chiefs of Defence on Friday, 09 January 2026.

In the same vein, Deputy Executive Secretary of the ICGLR, Ambassador Yasir Ibrahim Ali Mohammed, underscored the urgent need for all parties to respect their commitments under regional and international agreements.

He called for renewed dedication to honouring existing obligations, describing this as a critical pathway toward restoring stability, alleviating humanitarian suffering, and advancing peace across the Great Lakes Region.

08/01/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐉𝐫. 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐅𝐏 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬. 🇵🇭

Malacañan Palace, Manila — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), on January 6, 2026, administered the oath of office to newly promoted AFP Generals and Flag Officers during a formal ceremony held at Malacañan Palace.

Among those who took their oath were senior officers of the Philippine Air Force (PAF), representing key operational and support units across the service. The newly promoted officers are:
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Ewald M. Manay, PAF – Wing Commander, 300th Air Intelligence Security Wing
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Jose Johnson T. Grayda, PAF – Wing Commander, Tactical Operations Wing West
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Edmon B. Gupit, PAF – Deputy Commander, Air Logistics Command
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Adriano S. J. Duadico, PAF – Wing Commander, Tactical Operations Wing Western Mindanao
👮🏻‍♀️Brigadier General Sheillah Grace E. Vicente, PAF – Wing Commander, Tactical Operations Wing Central
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Ronnie C. Cabingas, PAF – Wing Commander, 420th Supply Wing
👮🏻‍♂️Brigadier General Elmer A. Nicolas, PAFR – Wing Commander, 1st Air Force Wing Reserve

Following the oath-taking ceremony, the newly promoted PAF Generals paid a courtesy call on General Romeo S. Brawner Jr., PA, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, at the AFP General Headquarters in Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

The engagement reinforced the traditions of military professionalism and highlighted the shared responsibility of senior leaders in strengthening organizational readiness, unity, and service excellence across the Armed Forces.

The Philippine Air Force congratulated the newly promoted Generals as they assume expanded leadership roles, reaffirming the PAF’s enduring commitment to professionalism, integrity, and dedicated service in defense of the Filipino people and the nation.

08/01/2026

𝐒𝐈𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐀 𝐋𝐄𝐎𝐍𝐄’𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐈𝐎 𝐒𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐉𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐔𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐀𝐘. 🇸🇱

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞, 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧, 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 8 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 2026– His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has presided over the swearing-in of a Judicial Tribunal established to investigate the conduct of Hon. Justice Allan Baami Halloway, urging members to uphold fairness, impartiality, and due process.

President Bio described the process as vital to strengthening the justice sector, emphasizing that the tribunal’s work must be guided strictly by the rule of law.

“The task is weighty, but I am confident in your ability to conduct this investigation with fairness and respect for due process,” the President stated.

The three-member tribunal is chaired by Justice Abdulai Masiyambay Bangura, JSC, with Francis Gabbidon, Esq. and Oladipo Robin-Mason as members. The tribunal was constituted pursuant to Sections 137 (5)(a) of the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone.

The tribunal’s mandate follows the President’s directive of 15 September 2025, which led to the interdiction of Justice Halloway by the Judicial and Legal Service Commission pending investigation. Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Bangura, assured that the panel would conduct its work diligently and objectively.

08/01/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚–𝐓𝐮̈𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐲𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. 🇲🇾🤝🇹🇷

Kuala Lumpur - Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia today witnessed the exchange of seven key documents that will serve as a catalyst for strengthening strategic cooperation between Malaysia and the Republic of Türkiye, spanning multiple priority sectors of national importance.

Among the documents exchanged were:
🤝 A Letter of Agreement (LoA) for the procurement of one Multi-Purpose Mission Ship (MPMS) 2 between the Ministry of Home Affairs and Desan Shipyard.
🤝 A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) between the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Information and Communication Technologies Authority of the Republic of Türkiye.
🤝 An MoU on Research Cooperation between the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia and the SETA Foundation, covering political, economic, and social studies.
🤝 An MoU on Financial Cooperation between EXIM Bank Malaysia and Türk Eximbank.
🤝 An MoU on Investment Cooperation between the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Invest Türkiye.
🤝 The exchange of Minutes of the First Meeting of the Malaysia–Türkiye Joint Committee on Higher Education.
🤝 A Joint Declaration on the establishment of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC).

Prime Minister Anwar said the documents reflect the shared resolve of Malaysia and Türkiye to build a more structured, progressive, and mutually reinforcing bilateral relationship, anchored in strategic interests and delivering long-term benefits to the people of both nations.

Speaking at a joint press conference, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the collective commitment of both governments to ensure that all agreed cooperation frameworks are implemented with discipline, transparency, and effectiveness.

He expressed confidence that the enduring friendship between Malaysia and the Republic of Türkiye will continue to flourish, strengthened by deep trust, mutual respect, and shared aspirations, for the greater good of both countries.

07/01/2026

𝐃𝐈𝐆 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐮𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲. 🇰🇪

On Wednesday, 7 January 2026, the Deputy Inspector General of the Kenyan Administration Police Service, Mr. Gilbert Masengeli, CBS, OGW, SS, attended a high-level multi-agency and stakeholders’ meeting convened by H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto, CGH, President of the Republic of Kenya, at State House, Nairobi.

The meeting focused on strategic interventions for the implementation of the Presidential Proclamation on Alcohol and Drug Control, reaffirming the Government’s firm commitment to building a society free from drug and substance abuse.

Key priorities discussed included the disruption of drug trafficking networks and organised crime, the establishment of rehabilitation centres across counties in partnership with county governments, and the strengthening of rehabilitation and treatment services within national referral hospitals.

Additional measures include enhancing the role of the Social Health Authority to ensure coverage for treatment and recovery services, alongside the finalisation of a robust legal and policy framework to improve coordination, enforcement, and accountability across government institutions.

The strategy further underscored the importance of equipping deployed officers with adequate training and logistical support to guarantee effective enforcement and ensure sustainable impact nationwide.

07/01/2026

𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐎 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐒 𝐈𝐓 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐏 𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐓 𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐇𝐈𝐌 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐎𝐑𝐄́, 𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑. 🇧🇫

The military government of Burkina Faso says it has thwarted a coordinated coup and assassination attempt against President Captain Ibrahim Traoré that was planned for the night of 3 January 2026. According to Security Minister Mahamadou Sana, the plot reached its final stages before being intercepted by national intelligence services.

The plan began with an assassination attempt on President Traoré, either by close-range attack or by planting explosives at his residence shortly after 23:00 local time on 3 January.

Following the initial attack, the conspirators allegedly intended to target other high-ranking military and civilian officials, including strategic institutions.

The operation was also allegedly designed to disable Burkina Faso’s drone-launch base to weaken defensive capabilities before a wider ground offensive by external forces could occur.

Security Minister Sana identified Lieutenant Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, the former transitional president ousted by Traoré in September 2022, as the principal architect and coordinator of the plot.

Sana said Damiba was responsible for planning the operation, raising funds, and recruiting both military personnel and civilian supporters.

Authorities allege that a significant portion of the funding, including approximately 70 million CFA francs (about $125,000), was supplied from neighbouring Ivory Coast.

Burkina Faso’s government has not presented verified evidence publicly, and neither Damiba nor Ivorian officials have responded to the accusations.

The government says multiple arrests have been made nationwide, with investigations ongoing to identify all individuals involved.

Authorities have pledged to put all suspects before the prosecutor and apply “the full force of the law”, and have indicated that confession videos from key actors may be released when permissible.

Security has been reportedly tightened, including around government installations and along borders with Ivory Coast, as part of the response.

Since coming to power in September 2022, Captain Traoré has survived multiple alleged coup attempts and faces ongoing jihadist insurgency that has displaced millions.

The government’s repeated claims of external involvement, including from Ivory Coast, have not been independently verified and come amid long-standing regional political tensions.

06/01/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐢𝐧-𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐒. 𝐀𝐥-𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬’ 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 🇮🇶

Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Iraq, Hon. Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, attended on Tuesday the graduation ceremony of the 89th qualifying course of cadets of the Fourth Military College (the Martyrs Hussein and Radwan Course), coinciding with the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Iraqi Army.

The ceremony was attended by the Ministers of Defense and Interior, the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Deputy Commander of Joint Operations, the President of the Military Academy, a number of operations commanders, senior military and security leaders, as well as representatives of diplomatic missions and accredited military attachés in Iraq.

Graduating cadet formations paraded past the Commander-in-Chief’s platform, while the skies over Baghdad witnessed a distinguished aerial display by the Iraqi Air Force, reflecting the high level of professionalism and operational readiness of its pilots.

In his address, Prime Minister Al-Sudani affirmed that the Iraqi Army represents a fundamental pillar of the state and the institution entrusted with defending its existence in times of crises and challenges. He underscored the Army’s national responsibilities and its historic role in supporting Arab armies and peoples in pivotal causes, foremost among them the just Palestinian cause. He noted that Palestinian land still holds the remains of 44 Iraqi officers and soldiers who were martyred while confronting Zionist settlement during the 1948 war.

The Prime Minister emphasized that, over the past three years, the government has placed the strengthening of the armed forces at the forefront of its priorities by providing advanced and modern weapons and equipment, in addition to approving the Iraqi National Security Strategy for the years 2025–2030.

He further explained that the government has focused on providing fully serviced residential land in Baghdad and the governorates, and continues to follow up on procedures related to investment licenses to secure more than 100,000 fully serviced and equipped residential plots for Ministry of Defense personnel within Al-Fursan Residential City in Baghdad Governorate.

Key Points from the Commander-in-Chief’s Address

The former dictatorial regime exhausted the military institution through aggressive wars and unjust practices.

The heroic Iraqi Army fulfills its national duty by defending the political system that emerged from the genuine will of the people.

The Army, alongside other security forces, mobilized to liberate Iraqi territory from ISIS terrorist groups and to reinforce national sovereignty and freedom.

The government fulfilled its pledge to restore full Iraqi sovereignty by ending the mission of the International Coalition and establishing multiple bilateral partnership frameworks with its member states.

The conclusion of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) confirms that Iraq now enjoys full international recognition of its ability to manage its affairs independently.
The government continues to strengthen state authority by safeguarding security and ensuring that weapons remain exclusively under state control, in accordance with the government program and the guidance of the Supreme Religious Authority.

The rights of the families of martyrs and the wounded have been protected without delay, as a minimum obligation toward those who sacrificed in defense of Iraq.

Members of the armed forces were directed to remain vigilant amid regional instability and conflicts, requiring heightened readiness and preparedness.

Office of the Prime Minister
January 6, 2026
Republic of Iraq

06/01/2026

Tinubu’s Reforms Yield Positive Results as 2026 Budget Set to Consolidate Gains – Information Minister. 🇳🇬

The Nigerian Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said that the 2026 Federal Budget is a carefully designed instrument to consolidate the gains of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda, which is already producing positive results.

The Minister made this assertion in an op-ed published on Monday in national newspapers, titled “A Defining Moment for Nigeria: Why Staying the Course Matters.”

“Our Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity is critical. It represents a commitment to deepen what is working, solidify gains, and ensure that the shared prosperity we speak of becomes a lived reality for more Nigerians—faster,” Idris stated.

According to the Minister, the last 31 months have marked a period of difficult but necessary change, beginning with bold economic decisions aimed at ending long-standing stagnation and laying the foundation for a more stable future.

He noted that early signs of progress are emerging, including expanded business activity, improved investor confidence, easing inflation, and strengthened external reserves.

“These are not just numbers,” the Minister said. “They form the foundation for lasting improvements in the daily lives of Nigerians.”

Beyond economic indicators, Idris stressed the importance of trust and transparent communication between government and citizens, reaffirming his commitment to keeping Nigerians informed about government policies, challenges, and progress.

He highlighted several interventions designed to directly impact citizens, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative to reduce transport costs, and youth-focused programmes such as LEEP, the Jubilee Fellows Programme, and the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative. He also cited efforts to combat food insecurity through the recapitalisation of the Bank of Agriculture and expanded agricultural mechanisation.

On infrastructure development, the Minister pointed to major projects such as the Coastal Highway, the Sokoto–Badagry Expressway, the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline, and new rail developments aimed at reducing logistics costs and improving national connectivity.

Addressing security, Idris said the government is strengthening recruitment, improving equipment, and enhancing international cooperation. He referenced the recent rescue of abducted students in Kebbi and Niger States as evidence of renewed commitment and focus.

While acknowledging the fatigue felt by many Nigerians, the Minister assured citizens that the government remains committed to accelerating relief through sustained reforms. He urged Nigerians to view nation-building as a shared responsibility by engaging constructively, protecting public assets, and rejecting misinformation.

He commended President Tinubu’s calm and decisive leadership, noting that recent engagements with the United States strengthened bilateral relations and bolstered Nigeria’s anti-insurgency efforts.
“As the new year begins, we must stay focused on the future,” the Minister said. “We have laid a new foundation. Now, we must build the house together.”

The Minister reiterated that the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation will remain open, accountable, and consistent in communicating government policies and actions, while wishing all Nigerians a peaceful and productive year ahead.

Rabiu Ibrahim
Special Assistant (Media)
to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation
Monday, December 5, 2025

05/01/2026

Xi holds talks with ROK President Lee Jae Myung. 🇨🇳🤝🇰🇷

BEIJING, Jan. 5 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) H.E. Lee Jae Myung in Beijing on Monday.

President Xi said he and President Lee have met twice and conducted reciprocal visits, reflecting the importance both sides attach to China-ROK relations. As both friends and neighbors, China and the ROK should increase exchanges and maintain frequent communication.

China has consistently placed relations with the ROK high on its regional diplomatic agenda and maintained continuity and stability in its policy toward the ROK, Xi said, adding that China is willing to work with the ROK to firmly uphold the direction of friendly cooperation, adhere to the principle of mutual benefit and win-win outcomes, promote bilateral strategic partnership along a healthy path, effectively enhance the well-being of both peoples, and contribute positively to regional and global peace and development.

Xi said the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China reviewed and adopted the recommendations for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan, outlining a blueprint for China's development over the next five years and offering broad opportunities for countries worldwide.

China and the ROK share close economic ties with industrial and supply chains deeply interwoven, and the bilateral cooperation is mutually beneficial, Xi said.

He said the two countries should further align their development strategies, strengthen policy coordination, expand the pie of common interests, and achieve more cooperation results in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, green industries, and the silver economy.

05/01/2026

The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the inauguration of the Embassy of the State of Palestine in London following the completion of official and protocol arrangements. 🇵🇸🤝🇬🇧

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine welcomes the inauguration of the Embassy of the State of Palestine to the United Kingdom in the British capital, London, and its official opening by the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the United Kingdom, Dr. Husam Zomlot, in the presence of the Head of the Diplomatic Corps to the Royal Court, senior officials from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, members of the diplomatic corps accredited in Britain, as well as leaders and members of the Palestinian community in the United Kingdom. This comes after the completion of the necessary official and protocol arrangements between the two states.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates highly values the position of the United Kingdom and what this recognition and the subsequent diplomatic and protocol measures represent, as a legal, political, and historical right, and as an affirmation of Palestinian legitimacy. This underscores that Palestine is a state deserving of its natural place among nations, and that justice cannot remain postponed indefinitely.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates renews the commitment of the State of Palestine to continue working diligently with international partners to achieve a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace based on international law and the resolutions of international legitimacy, leading to the end of the Israeli occupation and the realization of an independent, sovereign Palestinian state on the borders of 4 June 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, and to guaranteeing the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people to independence, self-determination, and the return of Palestinian refugees in accordance with United Nations Resolution 194.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates considers this achievement to be the fruit of the struggle and national steadfastness of our people and sustained diplomatic efforts, and an additional step on the path toward freedom and independence.

04/01/2026

Venezuela’s Leader Faces Allegations of State-Sanctioned Drug Trafficking. 🇻🇪

CARACAS — Venezuelan Forner President Nicolás Maduro faces ongoing international scrutiny over allegations that he oversees and benefits from a vast state-protected drug trafficking network, often referred to as the “Cartel of the Suns.”

According to investigative reports from the United States and independent journalists, the network is allegedly composed of high-ranking military officials and government insiders who control the production, transportation, and export of co***ne.

The United States Department of Justice and Treasury have formally charged Maduro and members of his inner circle with drug trafficking and narco-terrorism. The charges claim that under Maduro’s leadership, Venezuela has become a major transit hub for co***ne shipments destined for the United States, Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean.

“The allegations suggest a systematic, state-protected operation,” said an unnamed US official familiar with the investigation. “Military officials allegedly use government resources, including airfields, ports, and aircraft, to move co***ne internationally.”

The network reportedly laundered profits through offshore accounts, shell companies, and cryptocurrency, funneling funds back to allies and possibly to Maduro himself. Analysts note that this may have helped Maduro sustain his government amid Venezuela’s severe economic collapse, marked by hyperinflation, food and medicine shortages, and mass emigration.

Maduro has repeatedly denied all allegations, calling them politically motivated attempts by the United States to undermine his government. Supporters claim that the accusations are part of a broader strategy to gain control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves and other strategic resources.

Independent reports indicate that the “Cartel of the Suns” has grown in influence over the past decade, allegedly with direct oversight or tacit approval from Maduro. High-ranking generals are said to play central roles, making internal enforcement against drug trafficking almost impossible.

International reactions have included sanctions targeting Maduro, his family, and senior military officials. Despite this, experts warn that the network’s structure, deeply intertwined with state mechanisms, makes the alleged trafficking operations resilient and difficult to dismantle.

While Maduro has not been tried or convicted in court, the weight of international accusations paints a troubling picture of a government entangled in criminal enterprise. The situation underscores the complexity of Venezuela’s political and humanitarian crisis, which cannot be attributed solely to one individual, but to systemic governance failures intertwined with alleged criminal networks.

03/01/2026

South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela. 🇿🇦🤝🇻🇪

The Government of the Republic of South Africa notes with grave concern the recent developments which were confirmed by the United States of America that it has conducted “a large-scale military strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicholas Maduro, who has been captured along with his wife and flown out of the country”.

South Africa views these actions as a manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations, which mandates that all Member States refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state. Furthermore, the Charter does not authorise external military intervention in matters that are essentially within the domestic jurisdiction of a sovereign nation.

History has repeatedly demonstrated that military invasions against sovereign states yield only instability and deepening crisis. Unlawful, unilateral force of this nature undermines the stability of the international order and the principle of equality among nations.

South Africa calls on the UN Security Council, the body mandated to maintain international peace and security, to urgently convene to address this situation.

Nehemiah Moseti

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