As Iraqi prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi pushes ahead with efforts to form a new government, the U.S. is simultaneously imposing sanctions on Iraqi figures and leaders of armed factions, while issuing repeated warnings against including such groups in the upcoming cabinet.

China has scrapped tariffs on goods from 53 African countries starting May 1, 2026, in a move that has sparked differing interpretations over its aims, impact, and broader context.

The Isaac Accords are a geopolitical initiative led by Argentine President Javier Milei to expand “Israel–Latin America” cooperation, inspired by the Abraham Accords, while countering rival global influence.

Nigeria's Defense Minister Christopher Gwabin Musa announced a new military agreement with Ankara aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to tackle an insurgency that has dragged on for more than 17 years.

Trump's announcement of the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 US troops from Germany has sparked widespread controversy and deep concern in European political and security circles.