Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are poised to collaborate with third-party nations, including the United States, in a bid to overhaul their mineral supply chains and instigate reforms. This move comes in light of the pursuit to stimulate investment in the aftermath of a peace agreement established in Washington. The countries have reached a mutual agreement on … [Read more...] about US Role Emerges in Congo-Rwanda Minerals Revamp Under Draft Agreement
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Uganda to Take in US-Deported Migrants Without Criminal Records Under New Deal
Uganda has consented to an agreement with the United States, accepting the responsibility to receive deported migrants under certain conditions. As stated by Ugandan officials, the deportees should not have criminal records and should not be unaccompanied minors. The Ugandan foreign affairs ministry, in a statement released on Thursday, said that "the two parties are working … [Read more...] about Uganda to Take in US-Deported Migrants Without Criminal Records Under New Deal
Pew Research: Illegal Migrants in U.S. Hit Record 12 Million Under Biden
According to a fresh evaluation from the Pew Research Center, the number of unauthorized immigrants residing in the United States soared to 12 million in 2023, marking two years of unprecedented growth under the administration of Joe Biden. Most of these individuals either entered the U.S. unlawfully or overstayed their visa. The term 'unauthorized immigrant' applied by Pew … [Read more...] about Pew Research: Illegal Migrants in U.S. Hit Record 12 Million Under Biden
Trade War on the Brink: Trump and EU Chief to Hold Last-Ditch Sunday Talks
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump this Sunday at approximately 1530 GMT. The meeting, set to take place at Trump's golf course in Turnberry, Scotland, aims to finalize a trade agreement between the United States and the European Union. The proposed deal would likely establish a 15% baseline tariff on most … [Read more...] about Trade War on the Brink: Trump and EU Chief to Hold Last-Ditch Sunday Talks
Iran Threatens Retaliation Against Any U.S. or Israeli Strike
Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran's defense minister, said on Sunday that Tehran will strike back in the event of an attack by Israel or the United States. Nasirzadeh made her comments after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised to retaliate in retaliation for the Houthi group, backed by Tehran, for firing a missile near Israel's airport. Nasirzadeh, a spokesperson for … [Read more...] about Iran Threatens Retaliation Against Any U.S. or Israeli Strike