Ousman Sonko: Gambian ex-minister goes on trial in Switzerland for murder

By admin January 8, 2024 No comment

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A former interior minister from The Gambia, Ousman Sonko, is facing trial in Switzerland on charges of crimes against humanity. Sonko fled to Switzerland in 2016, just before the fall of Gambian President Yahya Jammeh’s repressive regime. He is accused of involvement in killings, rape, and torture, with evidence presented by NGOs leading to his […]

Jewish fears as German support for Israel is challenged on streets

By admin November 10, 2023 No comment

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Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed deep concern and condemnation over recent antisemitic attacks in Germany during an event commemorating the anniversary of the November pogroms of 1938, also known as “Kristallnacht.” Despite Germany’s historic responsibility and diplomatic support for Israel, social discord has arisen, particularly amid the ongoing

Minister’s awkward EU summit kiss causes controversy

By admin November 4, 2023 No comment

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Croatia’s foreign minister, Gordan Grlić-Radman, caused a stir when he greeted his German counterpart, Annalena Baerbock, with a kiss during an EU ministers meeting in Berlin on Thursday. The act drew criticism from some Croatian media outlets, with women’s rights activist Rada Boric deeming it “highly inappropriate.” Grlić-Radman defended the

German vice-chancellor Habeck hits out against rising antisemitism

By admin November 3, 2023 No comment

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German Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has pledged a strong political response to the rise of antisemitism in the country. He addressed various sources of antisemitism, including Islamists, the far right, and segments of the political left, in a widely viewed video that garnered significant attention in Germany. Antisemitic incidents in Germany have surged in the aftermath

Germany Seeks Forgiveness for Colonial Atrocities in Tanzania

By admin November 2, 2023 No comment

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German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier expressed deep regret and shame for the atrocities committed by his country during the Maji Maji rebellion in Tanzania in the early 1900s. The rebellion was incited by Germany’s oppressive policies, resulting in the death of nearly 300,000 people. Steinmeier pledged to facilitate the identification and repatriation of the

Neuschwanstein: US man charged over deadly attack at famed German castle

By admin October 27, 2023 No comment

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A man in the United States has been charged with severe crimes, including murder, rape, and attempted murder, following a violent assault on two American women near Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany in June. The 31-year-old suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed publicly, could face a life sentence if found guilty. According to the prosecutors, […]

Israel Gaza: EU calls for ‘corridors and pauses’ for humanitarian aid

By admin October 27, 2023 No comment

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EU leaders have urged the establishment of “corridors and pauses” to ensure the delivery of crucial humanitarian aid to Gaza. Following lengthy discussions in Brussels, the leaders issued a joint statement emphasizing the necessity of safe and unimpeded access. Disagreements among member states had previously centered on the duration and structure of these

One dead after ships collide in North Sea – officials

By admin October 24, 2023 No comment

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According to German authorities, a collision between two cargo ships off the North Sea coast of Germany has resulted in one fatality, with four others reported missing. The incident, involving the British-flagged Verity and the Bahamian Polesie, occurred at approximately 5:00 local time (3:00 GMT) on Tuesday morning. The Verity, traveling from Bremen, Germany to […]

Berlin Synagogue Attacked as Anti-Semitic Incidents Surge in Europe

By admin October 19, 2023 No comment

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An uptick in anti-Semitic incidents in Europe has recently rattled Berlin’s Jewish community, culminating in a disturbing event where two petrol bombs were thrown at a synagogue. The director of the synagogue, Anna Segal, expressed the growing tensions and feelings of threat within the community. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack, which occurred in

Germany migrants: Seven dead after vehicle crashes in Bavaria

By admin October 13, 2023 No comment

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Certainly, the accident occurred during the early hours of Friday when a minivan, suspected to be involved in people-smuggling, crashed and overturned near Ampfing in Bavaria, Germany. Police had attempted to stop the vehicle at a road check, but the driver accelerated, leading to the tragic incident that claimed the lives of seven individuals. Among […]