Ethiopia will hold its seventh national election on 1 June 2026. The vote takes place as Gulf states compete for influence in the region and the rivalry between Ethiopia and Egypt over the Nile intensifies.

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France’s public prosecutor is to investigate Israel’s treatment of French nationals arrested during a military raid on an aid flotilla bound for Gaza.

Kenyan police on Friday said eight students had been arrested over a suspected arson attack at a girls’ school that killed 16 children and hospitalised 79 others.

DONALD Trump has confirmed that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz “will now be lifted” as part of a deal with Iran. High-level talks will be held in the White House today, during which the US President will make a “final decision” on peace with the …

Is Europe finally waking up to China?  Euronews.comEurope Is Edging Closer to a Trade War With China. Here’s Why.  The New York TimesEU to discuss potential restrictions on Chinese imports amid fears of overreliance  The G…

US Vice President JD Vance said Washington and Tehran are close to agreeing on a deal to extend their ceasefire in the Middle East war, but the potential breakthrough still hangs on President Donald Trump’s approval.

THE Red Arrows returned to the UK skies on Friday as one of the most-watched display teams in the world launches its 2026 UK season. For the first time in its history, the RAF’s iconic aerobatic outfit will be performing with seven jets instead of the …