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Switzerland bans import of Sudanese gold over war-financing concerns

Switzerland will ban the purchase, import and transit of gold originating from Sudan as part of efforts to curb revenue reportedly financing the country’s WAR. The Swiss Government said measures would take effect on Thursday, 10 September 2026. The restrictions also prohibit related services and financial assistance, as well as the sale or supply to […]

Guinea’s Transitional Leader pledges constitutional referendum in early 2025

General Mamadi Doumbouya, Guinea’s transitional president, used his New Year’s address, to reaffirm a commitment to restore constitutional order. He announced that in the first quarter of 2025, his administration will sign a decree to organize a referendum on a new constitution. This pledge represents the latest milestone in Guinea’s ongoing transition following the 2021 […]

Egypt: Heavy Death Toll of Mosque Attack in Sinai

The terror attack perpetrated on a mosque in Egypt’s restive northern Sinai during the Friday prayers recorded the heaviest toll ever among civilians in the province. At least 235 people were killed and another 109 injured in the attack on the Al Rawdah mosque, situated in the village of Al Rawdah between Bir Al-Abed and […]