Trump Withdraws Canada's Peace Board Invitation
US President Donald Trump has revoked Canada's invitation to join his Board of Peace following tensions with PM Mark Carney over membership fees and governance concerns.
Category : Foreign Relations
US Withdraws from WHO Over COVID-19 Response Criticism
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization, citing failures in handling the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reform. White House officials confirmed the move fulfills President Trump's executive order from one year earlier.
Zelenskyy Scolds European Leaders at Davos Forum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a scathing critique of European leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, accusing them of insufficient support for Ukraine as peace talks with Russia continue to stall.
US Urges Nigeria to Protect Christians After Kaduna Abduction
The United States urges Nigeria to strengthen protection for Christian communities following the abduction of over 170 worshippers in Kaduna State, highlighting concerns over religious violence.
Tinubu Names Ambassadors to US, UK, France, Turkey
President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassador-designates to key diplomatic posts in the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Turkey, following Senate confirmation.
Tinubu Appoints Ambassadors to US, France, UK, Turkey
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Kayode Are as Nigeria's ambassador-designate to the United States, with Ayodele Oke posted to France, Amin Dalhatu to the UK, and Usman Dakingari to Turkey.
Trump: US 'Annihilating' Terrorists in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced American forces are annihilating terrorists killing Christians in Nigeria during a peace ceremony at Davos, referencing 2025 actions.
Trump's Board of Peace Raises UN Rivalry Fears
U.S. President Donald Trump has formally launched his Board of Peace, aiming to stabilize Gaza's ceasefire but potentially expanding globally, raising concerns among allies about undermining the United Nations.
Trump: Putin Accepts Peace Board Invite, Russia Mulls Frozen Assets
U.S. President Donald Trump states Russian President Vladimir Putin accepted an invitation to join the proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, though Putin's confirmation remains unclear as Russia reviews details and considers using frozen assets to fund a perm
U.S. Exits WHO, Sparks Global Health Concerns
The United States officially withdraws from the World Health Organization, raising legal disputes over unpaid fees and fears of weakened global health systems.
Trump's Greenland Deal May Include U.S. Military Sovereignty
President Trump's proposed Greenland agreement could involve U.S. sovereignty over military bases and mineral extraction rights, creating transatlantic tensions ahead of Davos negotiations.
ICE Detains 5-Year-Old Boy After Preschool, Sparks Outrage
A 5-year-old boy, Liam Conejo Ramos, was detained by ICE agents in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, after preschool, raising questions about immigration enforcement tactics and sparking widespread public outrage.
US Delegation Visits Nigeria for Security, Christian Protection Talks
A high-level US delegation led by Under Secretary Allison H. visits Nigeria to discuss counterterrorism cooperation and protection of Christian communities, part of a wider diplomatic tour across Africa, Middle East, and Europe.
Trump Announces Arctic Framework, Suspends European Tariffs
US President Donald Trump reveals a new framework agreement for Greenland and the Arctic region, leading to suspension of planned tariffs on eight European countries.
Israeli Fire Kills 11 in Gaza, Including Journalists, Children
Gaza medics report Israeli fire killed at least 11 Palestinians, including children and journalists, in separate incidents, undermining the three-month-old ceasefire in the war-ravaged enclave.
Seven Nations Join Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt and four other nations confirm participation in Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative aimed at Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction, while global reactions remain divided.
Trump: No Force for Greenland, Wants Immediate Talks
US President Donald Trump has clarified he will not use military force to acquire Greenland but insists on immediate negotiations, while criticizing NATO contributions during Davos speech.
Trump Demands Immediate Greenland Purchase Talks
Former President Donald Trump reignites push for U.S. acquisition of Greenland, calling for immediate negotiations despite Danish and Greenlandic rejections of any sale.
US Suspends Some Visas for Nigerians Under Security Rules
The United States has announced partial visa restrictions affecting Nigerians across visitor, student, and immigrant categories, effective January 1, 2026, with exemptions for certain travelers.
Starmer Defies Trump Over Greenland, Rejects Pressure
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer accuses US President Donald Trump of trying to pressure him over Greenland, vowing not to yield on values amid tariff threats and NATO tensions.
Netanyahu Joins US-Led Gaza Peace Board After Initial Opposition
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the US-led Board of Peace for Gaza reconstruction, reversing his earlier opposition to the initiative.
China Defends UN System After US Peace Board Invite
China has pledged to continue defending the United Nations-led international system after receiving an invitation to join the US-proposed 'Board of Peace' aimed at resolving global conflicts.
Nigerian Lady's Passport Renewal Fails at Sweden Embassy
A Nigerian woman abroad shares her ordeal of being turned away from the embassy in Sweden for passport renewal due to biometric system failure, sparking online outrage.
Trump Invites 50+ Countries to Gaza Peace Board
US President Donald Trump has extended invitations to more than 50 countries to participate in a proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, expanding the initiative's scope beyond the Palestinian enclave.
Israel Demolishes UNRWA HQ in East Jerusalem
Israeli authorities have begun demolishing the UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem after passing laws banning the agency's operations, sparking international condemnation.
Trump Leaks Private Texts from NATO Chief and Macron
Donald Trump has intensified diplomatic friction with Europe by posting private messages from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and French President Emmanuel Macron on Truth Social, amid disputes over Greenland and tariff threats.
Denmark Warns Trump: Greenland Invasion Means War
Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov warns that any US military move on Greenland would trigger direct conflict between Denmark and the United States, calling such action economically unjustified.
Zelensky: Greenland Row Diverts Attention from Ukraine War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses concern that US President Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland is distracting from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, now in its fourth year.
Norway, Poland Issue Wartime Preparedness Warnings
Norwegian authorities sent requisition notices for private property in case of Russian invasion, while Poland distributed WW3 survival guides to households amid heightened European security concerns.
Trump Threatens Iran with Destruction if Assassinated
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to blow up the entire country if any assassination attempt is made against him, following threats aired on Iranian state television.
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