South Korea–Ghana Summit to Boost Cooperation Africa-Press. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung held a summit with Ghanaian President John Mahama, during which the two leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in climate, digital innovation, and maritime security. The leaders witnessed the signing of three agreements, including a cooperation agreement on climate change, a memorandum of understanding on technology and digital innovation, …

Washington Defends Israel at ICJ over Gaza Case Africa-Press. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) announced that the United States will intervene before the court to defend its ally Israel against accusations of violating the Genocide Convention during the war in Gaza. Washington submitted what is legally known as a “declaration of intervention” in the case filed by South Africa …

South Africa Summons US Ambassador Africa-Press. The South African government has summoned the United States ambassador to Pretoria, Leo Brent Bozell III, over remarks described as “undiplomatic,” signaling a widening rift between the two countries. Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola said Pretoria had asked the ambassador to clarify his recent statements regarding alleged abuses against the white minority, which sparked widespread …

US and Mali Near Intelligence-Sharing Deal Africa-Press. The United States is close to reaching an agreement with Mali’s government that would allow American drones and fighter jets to resume flights over the country to gather intelligence on armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda, according to U.S. sources cited by Reuters. The move comes after Washington lifted sanctions last month that targeted …