Tag: International Relations
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Nigeria Reclaims Frontline Global Voice: Shettima’s Davos and Guinea Mission Returns
Overview: A Week on the Global Stage Vice President Kashim Shettima returned to Abuja after a week of high-level diplomacy in Davos, Switzerland, and Conakry, Guinea. Officials said the mission was aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economic ties, attracting investment, and reasserting the country’s influence in regional and global policy conversations. As Nigeria contends with inflation,…
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Ukraine condemns ‘brutal’ Russian strikes as peace talks resume with US
Ukraine condemns brutal strikes as peace talks resume Ukraine has condemned a new wave of Russian strikes that killed at least one person and wounded several others, warning that such attacks jeopardize efforts to reach a lasting ceasefire. The overnight assault came as Kyiv prepared to engage in renewed discussions with American diplomats aimed at…
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Trump Endorses Board of Peace as a “Good Thing” for the UN: What It Could Mean for Gaza and Beyond
Overview: A high-stakes endorsement from the U.S. leader In recent remarks, President Donald Trump signaled support for the concept of a “Board of Peace,” arguing that collaborating with such a body could be a “good thing” for the United Nations. He asserted that the UN has not fully realized its potential and hinted that the…
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What is the Donbas? A clear look at the disputed Ukrainian region
What is the Donbas? The Donbas, short for the Donets Basin, is a coal- and iron-rich region in eastern Ukraine. It comprises two historic oblasts: Donetsk and Luhansk. The area is known for its industrial heritage, large cities, and a complex mix of Ukrainian and Russian cultural influences. In recent years, Donbas has become synonymous…
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Trump at Davos: Mixed Rhetoric and Results at the World Economic Forum
Overview: Trump’s Davos Stop Lights Up the World Economic Forum The World Economic Forum in Davos often unfolds as a stage for long-term economic debates and policy signals. This year, U.S. President Donald Trump seized the spotlight with a whirlwind visit that drew global attention to both his rhetoric and the tangible outcomes his administration…
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Canada Withdrawn From Board of Peace as Spain Declines Invite
Overview: A sudden shift in international diplomacy In a surprising development, Canada has been withdrawn from a prominent international initiative known as the Board of Peace, and Spain has declined an invitation to participate. The move, reportedly orchestrated at high levels of leadership, signals a recalibration in how North American and European nations approach global…
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Canada Withdraws from Board of Peace as Spain Declines Invite: A Shaken Diplomatic Moment
Overview: A Contested Invitation and a Diminished Board In a surprising diplomatic twist, Canada has withdrawn its participation from the Board of Peace initiative after a controversial invitation allegedly extended by then-U.S. President Donald Trump. Rumors and official statements suggest that the invitation targeted Canada’s Prime Minister, Mark Carney, though the process and motivations behind…
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Trump’s Arctic Rhetoric: From Greenland to the Entire Arctic and What It Means
Trump’s Greenland Symbology Meets a Broader Arctic Claim In recent days, former President Donald Trump has stepped back from a narrowly focused infatuation with Greenland and signaled a broader interest in the Arctic region at large. The shift from “Greenland belongs to the United States” to conversations about the entire Arctic marks a transition in…
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Trump’s Board of Peace at Davos: A Diplomatic Push with Missing Allies
Trump Unveils Board of Peace at Davos President Donald Trump announced the formation of a so-called Board of Peace during his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, framing it as a global effort to press for a ceasefire in Israel’s war with Hamas. Speaking to attendees and channels of international media, Trump portrayed…
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Trump unveils Board of Peace at Davos, but key US allies stay away
Overview: A bold new initiative amid lukewarm international support President Donald Trump rolled out his