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Brokered by the United States and Qatar, the accord includes several critical commitments. Both countries pledged an immediate and permanent cessation of hostilities and respect for each other’s sovereignty, alongside an “irreversible and verifiable” end to state support for non-state armed groups.
Chebbi, 82, has been a key opposition voice since the 1970s, enduring the autocratic rule of Tunisia's first president, Habib Bourguiba, and later Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, who was overthrown during the 2011 pro-democracy uprising.
An Israeli military spokesperson said the sites represented a breach of the ceasefire and added that Israel would continue to act "to remove any threat" to its security. The country has maintained near-daily air strikes in Lebanon since a ceasefire was agreed in November 2024, following more than a year of conflict.
Youssouf acknowledged the supportive role of the United States, highlighting the personal involvement of President Donald Trump in creating conditions that made the negotiations possible. He also commended Qatar for its diplomatic support and readiness to assist Africa-led peace initiatives.
At the beginning of the event at the newly-renamed Donald J Trump Institute of Peace, Trump said the peace ceremony was a "great day" for Africa and the world.
The State Department said the US is conducting a comprehensive review after recent actions by the government raised grave concerns about the bilateral relationship and the reliability of Tanzania as a partner.
So far, Israel has received the remains of 23 deceased Israeli hostages and three foreign hostages – one Thai, one Nepalese, and one Tanzanian. In return, Israel has handed over the bodies of 345 Palestinians killed during the conflict.
During a briefing on Wednesday, Museveni explained that when essential digital channels are left to business operators, they often end up dictating prices in ways that strain households and limit growth. He said the State should oversee the primary infrastructure while allowing private companies to operate on top of it.
Her release came less than a month after her mother, Mwanaisha Isaac, publicly pleaded with President Samia to forgive her daughter, who was then facing accusations linked to treason. In her appeal, she expressed concern for her daughter’s future and asked for mercy on behalf of the family.
Perry, 54, died at his Los Angeles home in 2023 after battling depression and substance misuse for many years. His family described Plasencia as the “most culpable” and urged the court to impose a stiff sentence, highlighting the doctor’s repeated decisions to provide drugs to Perry despite knowing his vulnerabilities.
As UNEP’s Advocate for Ecosystem Restoration, Amani will work to mobilise young people and raise awareness about efforts to prevent, halt and reverse environmental degradation.
A decree released by the Provisional Electoral Council, which is in charge of running the vote, outlined that the first round of the presidential and legislative elections is scheduled for August next year.