Israel’s formal recognition of Somaliland triggered swift rejection from Somalia and regional bodies, raising diplomatic tension in the Horn of Africa.
Russia is criticising Zelensky’s stance ahead of planned talks with Trump, as competing versions of a Ukraine peace framework sharpen diplomatic pressure.
Reuters reports a major Russian barrage hit Ukraine’s infrastructure ahead of high-stakes diplomacy, deepening winter hardship and raising the stakes for peace talks.
Israel says it struck Hezbollah-linked targets in Lebanon again, highlighting the fragility of the ceasefire and raising fears of renewed escalation.
Punch reports Malaysia’s former PM Najib was convicted in a fraud trial, extending the legal reckoning linked to 1MDB-era controversies.
Punch reports China imposed sanctions on U.S. defence companies over Taiwan arms sales, reinforcing a cycle of geopolitical retaliation.
Reports of a U.S.-linked strike in Sokoto stirred fresh debate about joint counter‑terror operations, intelligence sharing, and how Nigeria sustains pressure after air action.
A Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas wins a roughly $1.8bn jackpot, renewing attention on lottery odds, taxes, and winner-claim rules.
A GSMA-backed projection suggests 6G could reach 5 billion connections by 2040, raising questions about spectrum planning, capex, and emerging-market readiness.
Petroleum marketers renew calls to privatise NNPC refineries, arguing private capital and governance reforms are needed to end recurring rehabilitation cycles.