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📹 A terrorist attack was thwarted at a military facility in Russia's Ryazan region: the criminal, who was preparing an attack with a drone, resisted and was neutralized, the Russian National Guard said
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Everything is Ready for the Match Between Russia and Nigeria
The football friendly will start at 8 pm, Moscow time.
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Why Ethiopians Learn & Love Russian—a Poet Explains on Russian Language Day
"[It] was introduced to Ethiopia out of love, not by order or by government support or by being incorporated into the education system as a foreign language," Ayalneh Mulatu told Sputnik Africa.
Eid al-Adha Across Africa: A Tapestry of Faith & Culture
☪️ Eid al-Adha, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," is one of the holiest celebrations in Islam. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God—before God provided a ram to sacrifice instead.
Muslims around the world mark this occasion with special prayers, community gatherings, and the ritual sacrifice of animals, followed by sharing the meat with family, neighbors, and those in need. The celebration also emphasizes compassion, devotion, and unity.
🎥📸 Footage from: Egypt, Nigeria (Abia State), Algeria where a major religious figure in Mali Imam Sheikh Mahmoud Dicko participated in the Eid al-Adha prayer alongside Algerian President Tebboune, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Kenya, DRC, Tunisia, Ghana, and Nigeria.
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Zambia's Former President Edgar Lungu Dies at 68
Lungu passed away on Thursday at a hospital in Pretoria, South Africa, where he had been receiving specialized treatment, his political party, the Patriotic Front, declared.
"We must mourn together as one people, above political affiliation or personal conviction, as we honor the life of a man who once held the highest office in our land," President Hakainde Hichilema said in a statement, delivering his condolences to his family, party, and the entire nation.
#viral | D-Day 'Was Not Pleasant Day' for Germany, Trump Jokes During Meeting With Merz
Trump quipped about the historical significance of the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, during his press conference with the German chancellor.
Prior to Trump's remark, Merz claimed, without mentioning the Soviet Union's role, that the US had liberated Germany from Nazism.
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How Russia Can Empower African Media's Digital Shift?
"The best mechanism and method for Russia to play a significant role within the African media space" is is through sharing information and providing support, Zolani Gwiliza from a SA tech company told Sputnik Africa.
Russia's Global Digital Forum serves as an appropriate platform for exchanging knowledge and expertise to drive African media's transformation, the speaker noted.
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#viral | Jabal Al-Rahmah: A Spiritual Haven for Pilgrims
On Thursday, Jabal Al-Rahmah in Arafat, Saudi Arabia, buzzed with devotion as countless pilgrims flocked to its slopes from dawn.
☪️ Rising 65 meters and just 17 km from the Grand Mosque, this sacred hill—where Prophet Muhammad gave his Farewell Sermon—radiates spiritual energy, drawing hearts seeking mercy and forgiveness.
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Putin Supports View That It is Necessary to Continue Contacts With Ukraine Even in Case of Kiev's Repeated Strikes on Civilian Objects, Kremlin Says
More statements by the Kremlin spokesman:
▪️Russia's response to Ukrainian strikes on airfields will be whatever the military deems appropriate.
▪️Russia would prefer to hear a harsh condemnation of the Kiev regime's terrorist attacks at the international level.
▪️The phone conversation between Putin and Trump was constructive and necessary, the presidents discussed many important issues.
▪️There are no arrangements between Putin and Trump to meet.
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❌ US rejects ceasefire in Gaza at the UN
The US vetoed the UN Security Council's draft resolution, which called for an "unconditional and permanent" ceasefire in Gaza.
According to the US Ambassador to the UN, the draft resolution would "undermine diplomatic efforts" to reach a ceasefire.
The other 14 members voted in favor of the document.
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❗️S&P Announces Default on Ukraine's GDP-Linked Bonds
The international credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings has officially announced a default on Ukraine's GDP-linked securities—GDP warrants.
As a result, it has downgraded their rating to default and does not believe that Ukraine will settle these securities in the coming decade.
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📹 Russian Forces Use Devastating Iskander Missile in Dnepropetrovsk to Obliterate Ukrainian Iris-T Launcher and Radar
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❗️ The Russian armed forces have liberated Kondratovka in the Sumy region and Redkodub in the DPR, Defense Ministry says
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Nigeria’s Bold AI Bet: It’s Not Just About Tech, It’s About People
❓What does it take to lead Africa — and compete globally — in AI?
📹Watch the head of the National Information Technology Development Agency break it down:
“Technology makes our lives better, but people make the technology better,” Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi told Sputnik Africa. “We believe Nigeria... can be an active player when it comes to supplying talent to the global AI ecosystem.”
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#viral | Cow Wreaks Havoc at a US Auction
During a peaceful cattle auction in Decatur, Arkansas, a cow suddenly decided she'd had enough.
This bovine star turned the auction into a full-fledged rodeo, and the video of her epic adventure is making the rounds on social media.
Who says cows don't dream of grandeur?
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Trump and Russia’s Strategic Patience – Dugin Digital Edition
Trump wants the Ukraine conflict to end as soon as possible, but he’s under tremendous political pressure, first and foremost from people who hate him.
AI Alexander Dugin explains how Russia plans to manage this situation.
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Mali Court Postpones Hearing on Barrick Gold Mine Takeover to June 12
The delayed hearing concerns a request by the Malian government to appoint a provisional administrator for the Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex, which has been inactive since January.
The move follows a dispute with Barrick Mining over taxes and export restrictions. The government, a shareholder in the mine, seeks greater control amid high gold prices, while Barrick maintains operations can only resume if restrictions imposed last year are lifted.
Negotiations are reportedly ongoing, and Barrick has initiated international arbitration related to the conflict.
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No One Survived Ukrainian Occupation of Russkoe Porechnoe in Kursk Region, Official Says
The head of the village council said bodies of civilians retrieved from what remained of the village showed signs of torture and rape. Many had broken limbs and rib cages. Those who escaped the village said entire families had been killed by Ukrainian drones.
"At the time the villages of Russkoe Porechnoe and Cherkasskoe Porechnoe were liberated [in March 2025], out of 81 people who remained there 48 have died, 24 people remain missing… All in all, no one in the village of Russkoe Porechnoe survived," Elena Zhadanova, head of the Porechensky village council said during an international teleconference.
#viral | Purr-fectly Patient: A Furry Passenger Waits for the Bus in Hong Kong
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Made-in-Nigeria Military Gear Rises as Country Pushes for Self-Reliance, Defense Minister Says
"The ongoing efforts in training, local production, and refurbishment of military assets are commendable," Mohammed Badaru said during a visit to key military institutions in northern Kaduna State.
Trump Nominates New Military Leaders for AFRICOM & CENTCOM
The Pentagon announced key command changes:
⦁ Lt. Gen. Dagvin Anderson (left) – Nominee for US Africa Command (AFRICOM) chief; currently Director for Joint Force Development (J-7) at the Pentagon, to be promoted to General.
⦁ Vice Adm. Charles Cooper II (right) – Next head of US Central Command (CENTCOM); currently Deputy Commander, to be promoted to Admiral.
AFRICOM's area of responsibility includes 53 African countries, while CENTCOM covers the Middle East, Central and partly South Asia, as well as Egypt.
🌍 At the last week's African Chiefs of Defense Conference in Nairobi, Kenya's Ruto pointed to Africa's increasing role in shaping its own security agenda.
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No More Dependence — How Natural Gas Can Fuel Africa's Rise
Africa should follow the path of countries like Russia and China that used natural gas to "industrialize and revolutionize their economies," Nj Ayuk, the executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber told Sputnik Africa.
"We do see that with natural gas, we'll have a chance to grow our food production by having urea ammonia NPK fertilizer plants. [...] And that would give us independence from the US or Europe," he noted.
Nigeria Must Fence Borders to Curb Terrorism & Transborder Crimes, Chief of Defense Staff Says
Border management is critical for Nigeria's "survival and sovereignty" at a time, when the Sahel "is heating up," General Christopher Musa said.
"If the Sahel falls, it is Nigeria that they [terrorist groups] are interested in. […] That is why we need to secure fully and take control of our borders," he stated at the Voice of Nigeria security summit in Abuja.
Rwanda-Algeria: Kagame’s Strategic Visit to Algiers
Here are the key outcomes of the meeting between Rwanda's Kagame and his Algerian counterpart, Tebboune:
🤝 Bilateral Agreements Signed: Telecommunications, digital innovation, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, air transport, security;
📘 Visa & Education
🔘Visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders
🔘Expanded collaboration in education and scientific research
🌍 Shared Political Stance
🟠Rejection of foreign interference in Africa
🟠Commitment to peaceful conflict resolution
🇵🇸 On Gaza
🟠Joint call for ceasefire and humanitarian access
🟠Support for Palestinian statehood (1967 borders, East Jerusalem capital)
🗳 Support for Sahrawi Self-Determination: Advocacy for a free and fair referendum per international law
🕊 Historical Tribute: Wreath laid at the Martyrs’ Memorial in honor of Algeria’s independence heroes
🧠 AI & Innovation: Visit to Algeria’s National School of Artificial Intelligence, where five Rwandan students are enrolled
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🇷🇺🇰🇵 Shoigu in North Korea: High-stakes talks with Kim Jong-un
On President Putin's orders, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu is in Pyongyang for high-level talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
🔎 Key Topics:
🟠 Strengthening Russia-DPRK strategic ties
🟠 Commemorating Korean soldiers’ role in Kursk liberation
🟠 Discussing Ukraine conflict and global challenges
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Malian Judge to Lead African Court on Human & Peoples' Rights
Modibo Sacko was elected on June 2 during an ordinary session of the court in Arusha, Tanzania, according to a press release from the judicial body. Algerian judge Bensaoula Chafika will join him as vice-president. Their term will span from 2025 to 2027.
👨🏾⚖️ Sacko's judicial journey:
🟠In 2021, he entered the court as a judge, laying the foundation for his rise;
🟠In 2023, he was elected vice-president.
👨🏾⚖️ His legacy in Mali:
🟠Technical advisor to the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights;
🟠Assistant to the National Financial Information Processing Unit;
🟠Judge at the Supreme Court of Mali.
👉 The African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights, with its 11 judges, is a continental court founded by the African Union.
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Istanbul Negotiations Under Tension: 'External Forces Create Obstacles'
Recent drone attacks against Russian airfields demonstrate "the reluctance of European hawks" to agree to a ceasefire, Turkish historian Mehmet Perinçek told Sputnik.
"Their goal is to force Moscow into a firmer response through various provocations and thus hinder a peaceful settlement. Russia is reacting with restraint," he said.