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Airlines have been cancelling or rerouting flights to and from the Middle East amid the conflict between Israel and Iran. Qatar’s Hamad International Airport, a critical hub in the region, temporarily halted operations on Monday before reopening. Flights were temporarily paused at Dubai airport in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as passengers were told to expect further delays and cancellations. More than a dozen airlines cancelled flights to parts of the region after tension mounted in recent days. On Monday, Qatar briefly closed its airspace before Iran fired missiles at a US military base in the country, in what it…

The Minority in Parliament has taken aim at the government, accusing it of intentionally stalling the reintroduction of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, which aims to outlaw LGBTQ+ activities in Ghana.The Minority says the governing party, which strongly championed the bill while in opposition, has gone silent now that it has the majority and executive authority. According to the caucus, the government’s failure to act on its earlier commitment has allowed what they describe as “unacceptable public expression of such practices” to persist.Raising the matter on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, June 25, Minority Leader Alexander…

The Ghana-China Business Summit 2025 has marked the beginning of a new era of cooperation between Ghana and China, with both countries poised to deepen their economic ties.Delivering a keynote address at the summit, Minister in Charge of Presidential Special Initiatives, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, emphasized that Ghana is open for business and ready to partner with China to drive industrialization and economic growth.According to him, Ghana offers a unique opportunity for Chinese investors, with access to a politically stable, investment-ready environment and a vast market of over 400 million consumers in the ECOWAS region. “Ghana is not open for charity.…

In the often unpredictable theater of international relations, alliances are rarely eternal. Some flourish, some fracture, and some, like the historic relationship between Iran and Israel, transform dramatically—shaped by ideology, revolution, and changing national interests. Their journey from strategic collaborators to bitter foes tells a story not only of geopolitical realignment but of how internal revolutions can redraw the global map.The Strategic Embrace: A Quiet Alliance (1950s–1979)In the decades following World War II, Iran under Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi emerged as a pro-Western power eager to modernize and secure influence in a volatile Middle East. At the same time, Israel…

The University of Ghana has moved swiftly to suspend all social gatherings on campus following a resurgence of COVID-19 cases among its community.The decision comes after the university confirmed on Monday, June 23, that several new cases—both suspected and confirmed, had been detected, prompting a renewed call for caution.In a statement released by the University Health Directorate on Thursday, June 26, authorities revealed that the situation has triggered a reactivation of existing health protocols and a heightened state of alert across campus.“All staff, students, and visitors are strongly advised to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to the recommended preventive measures…

The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Korea Transportation Safety Authority (KOTSA) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) on the formulation of a Drone Sector Roadmap and Candidate Projects. The ceremony was held at the GCAA headquarters located within Kotoka International Airport. The Korean delegation included Principal Researchers Cho Joo-Yong and Jung Gi-hun, as well as Professor Lee Byung-seok, Director of the Drone Security Strategy Institute at Soonchunhyang University. In addition to the signing ceremony, the visit by the South Korean delegation aimed to finalise discussions on a comprehensive cooperation plan and to conduct a preliminary stakeholder survey within…

Ghanaian football icon and former Hearts of Oak coach, Mohammed Polo, has delivered a sharp critique of the club’s recent coaching decisions following the reassignment of Aboubakar Ouattara as Special Advisor to the Board. Speaking in an interview with Connect 97.1FM, Polo—who led the Phobians during the 2013/14 Ghana Premier League season—claimed the club’s decline began after his exit, pointing to ongoing challenges with form and consistency. “Hearts of Oak have been struggling since I left as head coach. The club has been flirting with relegation in recent years,” Polo said. “Ouattara wasn’t able to develop or elevate the performance…

The ongoing military confrontation between Iran and Israel marks a dangerous new strategic era with far-reaching implications for the African continent. The conflict’s true impact lies not in the immediate exchange of fire but in the broader geopolitical shifts it heralds. As the world grapples with the fallout from the Middle East hostilities and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, a new, overriding priority is emerging for nation-states: the pursuit of absolute security through control over national supply chains – a concept now extending far beyond physical goods to encompass the digital realm. Recent events demonstrate that from microchips to military hardware,…

National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has taken a swipe at the Jean Mensa-led Electoral Commission (EC).The vocal politician argued that the EC under its current leadership has never conducted a satisfactory election since 2020.Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, June 25, Asiedu Nketiah said there is overwhelming evidence that the commission, as currently constituted, is not fit for purpose and must be overhauled.“Since this commission, as presently constituted, took over the reins of the EC, they have never conducted an election that is satisfactory. There is overwhelming evidence that this commission is…

Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Torkornoo Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Torkornoo, has disclosed that she has received threats and veiled warnings suggesting she will suffer harm if she refuses to resign or retire voluntarily amidst ongoing proceedings for her removal from office.Addressing a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the embattled Chief Justice insisted that stepping down is not an option, despite growing pressure from close associates, members of the public, and political commentators. “The final and fourth reason for this statement is that I have heard on several occasions… that since it appears the current…