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China’s new energy technologies support green development in African countries

This photo taken on June 12, 2025 shows the opening ceremony of the fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Changsha, central China’s Hunan Province. Photographer Chen Sihan By Xinhua News Agency Green energy cooperation is a hot topic at the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, which is taking place in central China from

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Experts say the impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on global gas markets will be limited

By Anadolu Agency The conflict, which began on June 13 when Israel launched large-scale attacks targeting nuclear facilities in various cities in Iran, including the army’s high command, and to which the Tehran administration retaliated with missiles and drones, has entered its third day. While the International Energy Agency stated yesterday that supply in the

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Kenyan policeman arrested in blogger’s death as hundreds protest

Riot police officers walk past burning vehicles during a demonstration against the death of a blogger in police custody last week, in downtown Nairobi, Kenya June 12, 2025. Photographer Thomas Mukoya By Reuters Kenyan authorities on Thursday arrested a police constable in the death of a political blogger who was in custody, local media reported,

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At least 3 killed, 91 injured in Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Israel: Reports

By Anadolu Agency The death toll from Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Israel rose to three, with 91 others injured, according to Israeli media reports. A woman, who was injured in the first wave of missile strikes from Iran, succumbed to her injuries, according to Israel’s public broadcaster Kan. Another two Israelis who were injured in

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Gold surges 1.1% as Israel attacks Iran

By Anadolu Agency The price of gold rose sharply Friday following Israel’s sweeping airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear program and long-range missile capabilities. The price of one ounce of gold rose 1.11%, to currently stand at $3,424.60 as of 0615 GMT. Gold had already reached record highs earlier this year, surpassing $3,400 amid global trade tensions

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Israel launches preemptive strike on Iran, killing IRGC’s top commander

By Xinhua News Agency Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Friday that Israel has launched a “preemptive strike” on Iran. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed in a statement that its jets have completed the first-stage attack, notably strikes on dozens of military targets, including nuclear targets in different areas of Iran. Chief Commander of

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EU, Spain, UK, Gibraltar reach deal on future border-free agreement

Photo taken on May 23, 2025 shows European Union flags at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. Photographer Zhao Dingzhe By Xinhua News Agency Senior officials from the European Union (EU), Spain and the United Kingdom (UK), along with Gibraltar representatives, reached an agreement in Brussels on Wednesday on the core aspects of a

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PM Abiy Ahmed European trip and Ethiopia’s war plans for Eritrea

Credit Photo/Facebook Between Paris, Rome, and the Ethiopian Prime Minister is seeking political and economic support, fearing a new war between his country and Eritrea. At home, economic hardship and repression are fuelling opposition to the government. On May 22, 2025 French President Emmanuel Macron received Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Paris. This was

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Death toll in Graz school shooting rises to 10, as Austria declares 3 days of national mourning

By Anadolu Agency The death toll from Tuesday’s school shooting in the Austrian city of Graz has risen to 10, including seven students, one teacher, and the suspected gunman, according to the local police. The shooting occurred at a school on Dreierschutzengasse around 10 am local time (0800 GMT), prompting a swift evacuation. Students were

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British soldier arrested in Kenya over alleged rape near BATUK Camp in Nanyuki

An undated image of the British soldiers and their Kenyan counterparts during a drill at the British Training Unit in Nanyuki. Photo BATUK By Kenyans A British soldier stationed at the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) in Nanyuki has been apprehended in connection with an alleged rape incident near the military camp. The incident

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