Slovak PM Robert Fico has condemned Estonia’s airspace closure as “extremely disruptive” Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi said the strikes were in response to Islamabad’s attempts to attack military targets in northern and western India Read Full Article at RT.com

[Premium Times] The Kano State Government says the development is to promote «responsible journalism, mutual respect, and the protection of Kano State's cultural and religious heritage».

[allAfrica] NouakChott -- Former Mauritanian Finance Minister and candidate for president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Sidi Ould Tah, promised internal reforms at the regional development institution if elected at the upcoming Board of Governors meeting in Abidjan. Tah said there's a need to improve key functions of the Bank, such as reducing the time frame for the implementation of projects and attracting the necessary talent.

[ISS] Gabonese voters have given President Nguema a strong mandate to break with the country's past and steer economic and political renewal.

The 31-year-old star  left a total of £28,595,000 after he fell to his death from a hotel balcony after a drink-drug binge on October 16 last year.

A man struck by terminal cancer has urged the public to watch out for subtle changes after he was hit with deadly cancer that ultimately spread to his brain, lungs and liver.

While the Red Army was bringing the victory closer, this famous music manifesto of resistance against Nazism was performed in Africa Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev’s forces have not stopped their attacks despite a 72-hour ceasefire announced by Moscow, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The two countries bear a “special responsibility” to oppose unilateralism, the Chinese president has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Celebrations following a soccer match gave way to unrest, and local law enforcement responded with tear gas Read Full Article at RT.com

Warsaw will instead focus on building a “safe future” with Berlin, Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said Read Full Article at RT.com

India retaliated against Pakistan's military and drone attacks by neutralizing their air defense system in Lahore. The response involved the Integrated Counter UAS Grid, Israeli Harpy drones, and reportedly, the S-400 Sudarshan Chakra. This action followed Pakistani attacks on multiple Indian locations and escalating border tensions, including civilian casualties.

In a swift response to Pakistan's aggression, India deployed its S-400 Sudarshan Chakra air defence system on May 7-8, successfully intercepting drones and missiles aimed at 15 Indian cities. The operation thwarted attempts to damage military installations, with debris recovered as evidence. India retaliated by neutralizing Pakistani air defence systems, including one in Lahore, after the attempted escalation.

Amidst rising tensions with Pakistan and the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, India has opened two gates of the Baglihar Dam on the Chenab River. This action, following a prior restriction of the river's flow, aims to manage rising water levels due to heavy rainfall and maintain dam pressure in the region.

Beijing responded to Pakistan's claim about using Chinese jets against India. China urged India and Pakistan to show restraint. They condemned terrorism. India rejected Pakistan's claim of shooting down Rafael jets. China supports Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack. Chinese officials met with Pakistani leaders amid rising tensions. Operation Sindoor retaliated against the Pahalgam attack.

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Representatives of Moscow and Beijing will sign a number of documents on cooperation

Où va notre démocratie ? C'est la question que se pose Sandrine Nguémébé Endamane, femme politique. Pour elle, toutes les recommandations du dialogue national n'ont pas été respectées et ne seront même pas respectées. "Ce que j'ai pu cerner dans la trajectoire du Président de la République, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguéma : 1/ il a donné les moyens à certains partis majors (à travers les postes de nomination) ; 2/ si les élections jumelées sont fixées pour septembre, ces (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le 5 mai dernier, le Chef de l'Etat nouvellement élu a nommé le Vice-président de la République et celui du gouvernement. Une équipe a ensuite été mise en place, le tout premier gouvernement de la 5ème République. Ce pendant, l'on constate une diminution du nombre de femmes dans ce gouvernement, composé de 30 ministres, dont 20 hommes et seulement 10 femmes. De quoi se poser des questions sur la parité homme-femme prônée par les autorités si l'on s'en tient notamment à la Loi N° (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Earlier, the European Commission unveiled initiatives to fully reject supplies of Russian gas

However, the Russian envoy stressed that the Kiev regime and its European allies were trying to disrupt peace initiatives

After his son was slapped in a road rage incident, this father isn't too keen on turning the other cheek. The father is now seeking an apology from a man who struck his 13-year-old son after the two — on bicycles — collided with each other at a traffic junction in Tampines, Shin Min Daily News reported on Thursday (May 8). The teenager was attempting to cross a traffic junction along Tampines Ave 7 and 12 last Friday (May 2) around 5.45pm, according to a video post of the incident uploaded to SG Road Vigilante's Facebook page the following day. Mid-crossing, the teen appeared to struggle with the bicycle and didn't seem to notice the oncoming adult cyclist approaching from the opposite end of the junction. While the adult cyclist managed to stop in time, the teenager did not and jerkily moved forward, colliding with the man. In response, the man abruptly slapped the teen, causing both of them to stumble briefly before they continued on their paths. Speaking with Shin Min, the teenager's father, surnamed Qiu (transliteration), shared on Wednesday that his son had cycled away because the crossing light was turning red.

Following 'Operation Sindoor,' Prime Minister Modi convened a high-level meeting to bolster national security. The operation was a response to the Pahalgam terror attack. PM Modi emphasised seamless coordination among ministries for operational continuity. He directed secretaries to review emergency response and communication protocols. Ministries are enhancing internal processes to address evolving threats and ensure readiness for any contingency.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar asserted India's firm stance against any Pakistani retaliation following «Operation Sindoor,» a targeted response to a barbaric attack in Jammu & Kashmir. During meetings with Iranian and Saudi counterparts, Jaishankar emphasized India's commitment to countering terrorism.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that Operation Sindoor is ongoing, vowing retaliation for any Pakistani aggression following India's strike on terror bases across the border. India continued Operation Sindoor, responding to Pakistan's ceasefire violations with proportionate force. India armed forces destroyed nine terror bases across Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) a day earlier in which «at least 100 terrorists were killed».

The Indian government's Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked several Pakistani news reports regarding Operation Sindoor, launched by the Indian Armed Forces post the Pahalgam attack. PIB has flagged these reports as «Pakistan sponsored propaganda», including false claims of shooting down Indian Rafale jets and targeting the Srinagar airbase.

Xi’s visit to Russia is timed to the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War

The two leaders are expected to hold a one-on-one meeting, which will be followed by talks involving the two countries' delegations

According to him, Russian government members regularly hold meetings with their Chinese colleagues, working on the entire range of bilateral agreements

According to Xi, this points to the stable dynamics of China-Russia relations in a new era