[U.S. Embassy Libreville] The U.S. Embassy in Libreville recently welcomed Deputy Assistant Secretaries (DASes) Christian Ehrhardt and Sarah Troutman for a high-level visit. As senior U.S. government officials, Deputy Assistant Secretaries shape and guide American policy for specific regions and priority areas. The visit began with a meeting with President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema to discuss shared trade and security priorities, followed by engagements with Gabonese counterparts across government, the private sector, and civil

[RFI] A minerals-for-security deal between the United States and the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a constitutional challenge in Kinshasa, with critics warning the government may be underselling the country's vast mineral wealth. The partnership was praised by US President Donald Trump during a visit to Washington last week by President Félix Tshisekedi.

[Crisis Group] Nairobi/Brussels -- Africa is beset by trouble at home while grasping for options in dealing with today's jumbled global order. The challenges to peace and security are many. This briefing identifies seven that should top the agenda as African heads of state convene for an annual summit.

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) has announced the resumption of maize purchases across Malawi, effective Tuesday, 10 February 2026, in a move aimed at stabilising the market and strengthening the country’s strategic food reserves. In a public notice issued on Monday, the Malawi Government, through NFRA, said maize will now be bought at a […] The post NFRA resumes maize purchases at MWK 840 per kg appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) has been rocked by a major academic integrity scare after investigators uncovered suspected tampering with student academic records, forcing the institution to withhold the graduation of 55 students and suspend several members of staff. The controversy follows widespread claims on social media that some degrees — including alleged first class and upper […] The post Degrees Under Suspicion: MZUNI Freezes 55 Graduations as Academic Fraud Probe Deepens appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Igor Kastyukevich argued that Vladimir Zelensky lacked strategic advantages or leverage

If the situation changes, Aeroflot will promptly inform passengers about the status of flights to Cuba, the company noted

Gennady Bezdetko highlighted the successful interaction between Russia and Vietnam on the international stage

«These are chips that simply do not exist in most countries in the world,» the US Vice President said

Sergey Ryabkov stressed that there would be expansion and no current BRICS member opposed that

CM Himanta's remark came after All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi lodged an official complaint with Hyderabad City Police seeking criminal action against Sarma over a «now-deleted video» allegedly depicting violence against Muslims, describing it as «genocidal hate speech.» The BJP leader also said he didn't know anything about the video, adding that he would continue to oppose Bangladeshi infiltrators.​​​​

Punjab's commitment to law and order took a bold step forward with the launch of Operation Prahar-2. In an astounding first-day success, more than 1,200 wanted individuals were apprehended as over 2,000 police teams conducted sweeping raids. This extensive operation serves as a critical component of the state’s sustained effort to dismantle organized crime networks and combat gang activities.

At the height of being publicly vilified for her affair with married England footballer Kyle Walker Lauryn Goodman was smug about one thing: that she had given birth to Walker's only daughter.

Andrey Belousov congratulated Taalatbek Masadykov on his appointment as CSTO secretary general, expressing confidence that his leadership will further enhance the organization’s capabilities

During the meeting, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev and Iran’s ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali heard reports from representatives of government agencies and businesses on a broad range of issues

The trademarks were not registered until January-February 2026

Albert Khorev outlined good prospects for the development of cooperation between the cities and regions of the two countries

Matthew Whitaker emphasized that Washington was focused on ending the conflict «as soon as possible»

Anas Sarwar delivered a shattering blow to the PM's hopes of survival, insisting he must go after the Mandelson scandal.

Angela Rayner was all smiles as she sat for a new haircut in a video while Sir Keir Starmer's Number 10 operation imploded with the resignation of his righthand man.

An alleged campaign website for Angela Rayner has surfaced as Sir Keir faces a mounting crisis over his future.

Police are investigating after being called to discover Sarah Aspin, 47, dead at her Leeds home on Saturday.

Ghislaine Maxwell on Monday refused to answer questions from House lawmakers investigating the case of her deceased pedophile lover Jeffrey Epstein.

British PM Keir Starmer’s communications director, Tim Allan, has stepped down amid the fallout from the Epstein scandal Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine plans to launch ten arms export centers across Europe and drone production in Germany, Vladimir Zelensky has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The FBI has so far found no evidence indicating that disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein was running a sex-trafficking ring, AP claims Read Full Article at RT.com

Britain is reportedly planning to identify and seize oil tankers it claims are part of a so-called Russian “shadow fleet” Read Full Article at RT.com

China has urged banks to limit holdings of US Treasuries amid market volatility and rising risk concerns, according to Bloomberg Read Full Article at RT.com

Under the current administration, the United States (US) has shifted from long-standing cooperation with African partner countries to priorities driven by US economic gains, security interests and migration control. Traditional US foreign aid channels have been dramatically downsized, while trade and global competition for critical resources have played a conspicuous part in US engagement with African countries. While some African governments welcome the emphasis on trade and investment, others face strained relations, notably South Africa. Despite reduced cooperation following successive coups in West Africa, the US remains militarily active on the continent, conducting counter-terrorism strikes in Nigeria and Somalia. Migration policy has hardened, with expanded travel bans, limited refugee admissions and deals linking financial incentives to deportation arrangements. US disengagement on aid, unpredictability on trade and a looser relationship with the international rules-based order could, by contrast, enhance the EU's image as a reliable partner for Africa. However, the US's offensive approach on security, migration and critical minerals poses growing geostrategic challenges for the EU. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

In a potentially explosive development, Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has convened a press conference for 2.30pm.

Let's peer six months into the future. Will Angela Rayner be Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland?

John Lithgow's non-binary co-star Aud Mason-Hyde has branded his casting in the upcoming Harry Potter series 'hurtful and difficult'. 

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched six new air quality monitoring stations and 100 'Vayu Rakshak' vehicles, emphasizing year-round pollution control. The government aims for comprehensive monitoring and long-term policies, addressing sources like transport and waste. This initiative signifies a commitment to clean air as a fundamental right for all citizens.