A former Liberian rebel went on trial Monday (10 October) in Paris, charged with “complicity in massive and systematic torture and inhumane acts” against civilians in Liberia’s Lofa County in 1993-1994. As one of the leaders of the Ulimo armed group, now the 47-year-old Kunti Kamara is accused of crimes against humanity, torture and acts […]
Oil prices saw a modest rebound on Thursday August 29, recovering from two consecutive sessions of declines. This uptick was largely driven by renewed concerns about potential disruptions to Libyan oil supplies. Brent crude futures increased by nine cents, or 0.11%, reaching $78.74 per barrel. Similarly, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed by […]
The Chadian army neutralized about 1,000 Boko Haram fighters and lost 52 of its own soldiers in an operation launched 10 days ago. The operation codenamed “Operation Wrath of Bomo,” was launched after terrorists dealt the heaviest blow to the Chadian military after an assault killed over 90 soldiers. The offensive took place at Kelkoua […]
