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The Invisible Hands Of Chaos: Unveiling The Houthi Rebels’ True Intentions In The Middle East – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Invisible Hands Of Chaos: Unveiling The Houthi Rebels’ True Intentions In The Middle East – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Invisible Hands of Chaos: Unveiling the Houthi Rebels' True Intentions in the Middle East The Houthi movement, also known as Ansar Allah, emerged in the 1990s in Saada Governorate, Yemen. The group's ideology is influenced by Hezbollah and focuses on defending their community from discrimination and fighting against the alleged expansion of Salafism in Yemen. According to a report by the International Crisis Group, the Houthi movement's early leader, Hussein al-Houthi, was killed by the Yemeni military in 2004, sparking the Houthi insurgency (International Crisis Group, 2020). The ongoing civil war in Yemen has resulted in a devastating humanitarian…
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Atrocities In The Pursuit Of Democracy: Muted Voices, Muted Lives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Atrocities In The Pursuit Of Democracy: Muted Voices, Muted Lives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Atrocities in the Pursuit of Democracy: Muted Voices, Muted Lives The pursuit of democracy is often hailed as a beacon of hope for marginalized communities and oppressed nations. However, the journey towards democratic governance is rarely straightforward, and the consequences of this pursuit can be devastating. Atrocities, defined as acts of extreme cruelty, brutality, or violence, are often committed in the name of democracy, leaving in their wake a trail of muted voices and muted lives. These atrocities can take many forms, including ethnic cleansing, forced displacement, and extrajudicial killings, all of which serve to silence the voices of dissent…
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Beyond The Facade: Exposing Saudi Arabia’s (Smugglers) Questionable Role In The Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond The Facade: Exposing Saudi Arabia’s (Smugglers) Questionable Role In The Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond the Facade: Exposing Saudi Arabia's (Smugglers) Questionable Role in the Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack A tragic incident occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on December 20, 2024, when a Saudi man, identified as Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen, drove a car into a crowd of people. Unfortunately, the attack resulted in five fatalities, including a 9-year-old child, and over 205 injuries. The victims included four women aged between 45 and 75, and the young child. The perpetrator, Al-Abdulmohsen, was a 50-year-old doctor from Saudi Arabia who had been living in Germany since 2006. He was reportedly an atheist and had…
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Energy, Ports, And Influence: Why Syria Trumps Haiti! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Energy, Ports, And Influence: Why Syria Trumps Haiti! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Energy, Ports, and Influence: Why Syria Trumps Haiti! The concept of diplomatic pragmatism is indeed intriguing, especially when we consider the recent meeting between US diplomats and Syrian rebels. This move reflects a pragmatic approach to addressing the complex Syrian conflict, acknowledging the role of various factions in shaping the country's future ¹. On the other hand, the situation in Haiti presents a stark contrast. Despite facing numerous challenges, including political instability, economic struggles, and natural disasters, Haiti seems to have been abandoned by the international community. The lack of significant diplomatic efforts or substantial aid packages has contributed to…
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“Provocation And Accountability: Unpacking The Complexities Of Modern Conflict” – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“Provocation And Accountability: Unpacking The Complexities Of Modern Conflict” – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

"Provocation and Accountability: Unpacking the Complexities of Modern Conflict" This article captures the essence of my quest, which revolves around the idea of provocation and accountability in the context of modern conflicts. I'm drawing parallels between different scenarios, such as Hamas and Israel, Nathaniel's alleged war crimes, and the role of Biden in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. To delve deeper into this thesis, it's essential to consider the complexities of modern conflict, including the nuances of provocation, the role of international law, and the challenges of holding individuals and nations accountable for their actions. In the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict,…
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Finland Freezes Simon Ekpa’s Assets, Places Him In World Ranked ‘Toughest Prisons’

Finland Freezes Simon Ekpa’s Assets, Places Him In World Ranked ‘Toughest Prisons’

Finland Freezes Simon Ekpa’s Assets, Places Him In Kylmäkoski ‘Ranked As One Of World’s Toughest Prisons’ The authorities in Finland have frozen the assets of Simon Ekpa, the self-acclaimed Biafran agitator facing allegations of terrorism-related activities, who has been detained for several weeks. The Finnish government also froze the assets of companies associated with Ekpa and four of his accomplices, who are also in remand. Yle, a local newspaper in a report, stated these, adding that Ekpa is being held in the Kylmäkoski vankila, (Kylmäkoski prison), which is reputed to be one of the world’s toughest prisons. AttNews had reported…
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German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier Arrives Nigeria

German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier Arrives Nigeria

German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier Arrives In Nigeria. German Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has arrived in Nigeria for a three-day official visit, GISTSMATE MEDIA is reporting. He was received at the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The visit will be the third exchange between both countries on the level of head of state or government since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s inauguration. The German president will be accompanied to Nigeria by industries captains and other top ranking board members of most successful companies in the fields of IT, high tech…
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Trump Says He’ll Attempt To End Birthright US Citizenship

Trump Says He’ll Attempt To End Birthright US Citizenship

Trump Says Will Attempt To End Birthright US Citizenship President-elect Donald Trump said in an interview aired Sunday he would “have to” deport all undocumented immigrants in the United States, as he doubled down on his hardline campaign pledges including ending birthright citizenship. “You have to do it,” he said during an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press,” after being asked if he planned on deporting “everyone who is here illegally over the next four years” of his term. He also used his first formal television interview after the November election to insist he would end birthright citizenship — enshrined…
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France Prime Minister Michel Barnier Ousted After Vote Of No -Confidence

France Prime Minister Michel Barnier Ousted After Vote Of No -Confidence

France Prime Minister Michel Barnier Ousted After No-confidence Vote French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted after the parliament voted in support of a motion of no confidence. The members of parliament voted in support of the motion against Barnier by 331 votes. The move marks the first time France’s government has collapsed in a no-confidence vote since 1962. Barnie’s leadership was called into question after “he used special powers to push through his budget without a vote.” Marine Le Pen of the far-right National Rally and Éric Coquerel of the radical left accused the former prime minister of…
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‘Nobody Can Do Anything,’ – Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga

‘Nobody Can Do Anything,’ – Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga

‘NoBody Can Do Anything,’ Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga Nigerian-born UK pastor Tobi Adegboyega has addressed recent reports of his impending deportation to Nigeria. The former leader of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, which was shut down following allegations of a £1.87 million fraud, has lost his legal battle against deportation despite asserting that the move would infringe upon his human rights. An immigration tribunal has ruled that the 44-year-old, who is a cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, be deported to Nigeria. According to a report by The Telegraph, investigations revealed financial misconduct within his church,…
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