Day: June 25, 2025

Washington: US President Donald Trump has urged Israel to halt its bombing campaign against Iran, emphasizing the need to respect the recently established ceasefire. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated, “DO NOT DROP THOSE BOMBS . BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME, NOW!” and highlighted the significance of adhering to the truce to prevent further escalation. According to Ghana News Agency, Trump announced the ceasefire overnight, an agreement subsequently confirmed by both Iran and Israel. Despite this, tensions remain high as both nations accuse each other of violating the terms. On Tuesday, reports surfaced of Israel breaking the ceasefire on

Istanbul: Turkish authorities have detained 163 suspects in nationwide raids over alleged ties to the Glen movement, the state news agency Anadolu reported. According to Ghana News Agency, the Glen movement, founded by the late Islamic cleric Fethullah Glen, is designated a terrorist organization by Turkey. Police conducted raids in Istanbul, Izmir, and several other provinces as part of a broader investigation, targeting 176 individuals, 174 of whom are active duty armed forces members, as reported by Anadolu. Authorities claim the suspects were covertly recruited and placed within the military by the Glen movement. The group is held responsible by

Guizhou: Days of heavy rainfall have led to severe flooding in China, triggering damage and reports of missing people. In the southwestern province of Guizhou, a highway bridge in Sandu County collapsed following a landslide, state media reported. Footage from the accident site showed a lorry with its front part hanging precariously over the abyss, narrowly avoiding a fall. The driver was reported unharmed. According to Ghana News Agency, in the vicinity of the accident site, rivers burst their banks. Videos circulating online showed brown floodwaters gushing through a shopping center in Rongjiang County. Chinese state television called it the

Moscow: A man is facing charges relating to the attempted murder of a 2-year-old at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport, by picking the boy up and hurling him to the ground, state news agency TASS reported on Tuesday. The man, a passenger, is reported to have been under the influence of drugs. According to Ghana News Agency, the toddler has been admitted to hospital, where he is in a coma and being treated for serious head injuries. The incident is reported to have taken place in the arrivals hall shortly before midnight on Monday. Bystanders were able to prevent further attacks by

Kigali: After dropping off a passenger, Rwandan motorcycle taxi driver Emmanuel Nsabimana quickly picks up his next ride. A year ago, he bought a Chinese-brand motorcycle, which has since become a reliable partner in his daily work. According to Ghana News Agency, in many African cities, such as Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, motorcycles have become a popular mode of transport due to their flexibility, convenience, and affordability. They not only serve as private vehicles but also play a key role in public transit, especially in congested urban areas. As China-Africa cooperation deepens, Chinese motorcycles are drawing widespread traction across

Accra: The University of Ghana Health Service Directorate has issued a notice on the resurgence in COVID-19 cases within the university community. The Health Service Directorate in a statement issued on Monday said it had recorded a few suspected and confirmed COVID-19 cases in its immediate environment. According to Ghana News Agency, in light of this development, it has advised all staff, students, and visitors to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to the recommended preventive measures to reduce the risk of infection and community spread. “Students, staff, and visitors are advised to wear face masks properly, especially in enclosed or

Accra: Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister of Transport, has officially inaugurated the Governing Boards for three key agencies within the transport sector, emphasizing the need for board members to avoid interference in the day-to-day management of these institutions. The agencies include the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), and the Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMT). According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Nikpe urged the newly re-constituted boards to adhere to principles of good governance and work collaboratively with management to meet the objectives set by both the Government and the organizations themselves. The inauguration ceremony