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Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant wrongfully deported to El Salvador in March 2025, is now detained in Baltimore and faces renewed deportation efforts by the Trump administration, which plans to send him to Eswatini after previously considering Uganda. He denies MS-13 gang ties and is fighting federal human smuggling charges in Tennessee while seeking asylum in Maryland courts, citing fears of persecution and torture.
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In September 2025, the ICC will decide whether to confirm charges against Joseph Kony, leader of the Lord's Resistance Army, over atrocities committed in Uganda between 2002-2005. Kony remains at large, and his trial hinges on his presence, with the court weighing evidence for potential prosecution.
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A US judge has ordered the government to clarify efforts to prevent Ghana from sending deported immigrants elsewhere, amid concerns of violations of court orders. The case highlights ongoing disputes over third-country deportations and protections against torture, with one deportee already sent to Gambia despite court rulings. The story is current as of Mon, 22 Sep 2025.
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Recent reports highlight successful conservation efforts for mountain gorillas in Uganda and the Virunga region. Population numbers have increased, habitat loss and poaching have declined, and tourism revenue now supports local communities. New births and community involvement mark a positive outlook for this endangered species.
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A Maryland federal judge is examining whether the US government’s deportation and criminal charges against Salvadoran national Abrego Garcia are retaliatory, following allegations that officials targeted him after his legal challenge to wrongful deportation. The case highlights tensions over immigration policies and legal retaliation claims. Today's date & time: Fri, 10 Oct 2025 06:00:34 +0100.
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A Baltimore immigration judge rejected Abrego Garcia's asylum bid, but he has 30 days to appeal. His case highlights tensions over US deportation policies, especially after he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March. The Trump administration seeks to deport him to Uganda or Eswatini amid criminal charges and allegations of gang ties, which his lawyers deny.
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A series of recent fatal accidents include a motorcycle collision in Brazil killing a footballer, a bus crash in Uganda causing dozens of deaths, and a home crash in Nashville after a car driven by an impaired teen. Authorities urge caution amid ongoing investigations.
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U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw is reviewing motions to dismiss charges against Salvadoran immigrant Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported in 2019 and faces criminal and immigration proceedings. The case highlights legal disputes over evidence, prosecutorial motives, and deportation policies amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement.
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As of November 3, 2025, heavy rains have caused deadly landslides and floods in Kenya's Elgeyo-Marakwet County, leaving over 25 people missing and more than 30 injured. Rescue efforts are ongoing but hampered by inaccessible roads. Neighboring Uganda has also suffered fatalities and destruction from similar weather events.
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Recent heavy rains caused flooding and landslides in Indonesia's Nduga region and Uganda's Bukwo District, resulting in at least 20 deaths, including infants, and numerous missing persons. Search efforts are hampered by terrain and security issues, with authorities warning of ongoing risks.
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Recent reports project over 7.5 million South Sudanese will face crisis-level hunger in 2026, driven by conflict, flooding, and access issues. The situation is compounded by ongoing violence, economic instability, and disrupted food systems, with millions at risk of malnutrition and famine. Humanitarian access remains critically limited.
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Ethiopia is set to host COP32 in 2027 after regional consensus. The host for COP31 in 2026 remains unresolved, with Australia and Turkey competing. The decision is pending, with Bonn as a possible fallback if negotiations fail. The story highlights ongoing regional disputes and Ethiopia's rising prominence in climate diplomacy.
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Tanzania's recent elections, marked by violence and repression, have resulted in hundreds of deaths, a government crackdown, and international criticism. President Hassan declared victory amid allegations of misconduct, with reports of bodies being concealed and opposition figures detained. The election's legitimacy is widely questioned today, December 2, 2025.
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Recent studies highlight large-scale fish kills and rising antimicrobial resistance in Kenya's aquaculture industry, driven by water quality issues. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka faces an invasion of snakehead fish, disrupting local ecosystems and prompting efforts to turn the problem into economic opportunity.
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Multiple reports reveal severe overcrowding, staffing shortages, and poor conditions in prisons across the UK and Uganda. These issues hinder rehabilitation, increase violence, and raise human rights concerns. Authorities are urged to implement infrastructure, judicial, and reform measures to address the crisis.
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Fighting in Darfur has displaced over 100,000 people since late October, with many arriving in Chad lacking aid. Funding cuts and international support reductions have worsened conditions, leaving refugees malnourished and traumatized amid ongoing violence.