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Lebanese president reaffirms state's control over weapons amid Hezbollah opposition

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has pledged to bring all weapons under state control, a move aimed at reducing the influence of armed factions such as Hezbollah. Aoun acknowledged the challenges ahead but expressed confidence in achieving this goal. “Exclusive control of weapons will be achieved......

US ramps up third-country deportations amid legal and human rights concerns

The United States has intensified its diplomatic efforts to deport migrants to third countries, targeting nations willing to accept individuals whose home countries refuse to repatriate them. Rwanda, Eswatini, and South Sudan are among the countries now cooperating with the U.S. on these controversial......

Netanyahu pushes for full Gaza takeover despite internal divisions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking security cabinet approval for a phased military plan to seize full control of the Gaza Strip, a move that could displace up to one million Palestinians over the next five months. The proposal, reported by Israeli media, includes a military offensive......

Hiroshima remembers 80 years since atomic bombing amid nuclear tensions

Japan commemorates a somber milestone Japan marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Wednesday with a solemn ceremony at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Survivors, local officials, and international dignitaries gathered to honor the victims and warn against the rising threat......

Panama’s support for Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty reshapes regional dynamics

Panama has officially declared its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, following its decision to sever ties with the self-proclaimed “Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic” (SADR). This transformative move signals a major shift in Panama’s foreign policy and strengthens......

Zuma's visit to Morocco sparks South African diplomatic protest

On July 15, 2025, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, welcomed former South African President Jacob Zuma in Rabat. Zuma, now leader of the Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK) party, expressed his party’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan regarding the Sahara, describing it as......

Brazilian Supreme Court places Bolsonaro under house arrest ahead of coup trial

The Brazilian Supreme Court, led by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, has placed former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest as he faces trial for allegedly conspiring to instigate a coup in January 2023. The decision, announced on August 4, restricts Bolsonaro to his Brasília residence under......

UN envoy praises Morocco’s pivotal role in fostering peace in Libya

The United Nations Special Representative for Libya, Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, has commended Morocco for its unwavering support in advancing peace and political dialogue among Libyan factions. During a meeting on Monday with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat, Tetteh expressed her "deep......

US reiterates unwavering support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

The United States has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, dismissing ongoing attempts by Algeria to challenge this position. Senior US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos, have reiterated Washington’s recognition......

Canada delivers critical aid to Gaza amid plans to recognize Palestinian state

Canada has airdropped over 21,600 pounds of humanitarian aid to Gaza as part of an urgent response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the territory. The operation, carried out by the Canadian Armed Forces using a CC-130J Hercules aircraft, underscores the country’s growing involvement in......

Trump fires labor official after weak jobs report, escalates investigations into opponents

President Donald Trump dismissed Erika McEntarfer, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) commissioner, following a disappointing July jobs report showing only 73,000 new jobs created. The move, which has sparked criticism from economists and political analysts, comes amid a broader wave of investigations......

Israel escalates ground operations in southern Syria amid arms trafficking crackdown

Israeli ground forces have intensified their operations in southern Syria, targeting arms trafficking networks near the annexed Golan Heights. The Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) announced on Sunday that troops had conducted a nighttime raid, marking one of their most significant ground actions since......

UK's 1721 recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara reshapes geopolitical stakes

The United Kingdom’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara dates back to the Treaty of Friendship of 1721, signed in Fez during the reign of King George I. This historic agreement explicitly acknowledged Sultan Moulay Ismail as the ruler of Morocco, including territories now known......