Ethiopia and Sudan have accused each other of violating territory and supporting insurgent groups, escalating tensions amid Sudan’s ongoing civil war. Sudan alleged drone strikes launched from Ethiopian territory, while Ethiopia denied the claims and accused Sudan of backing anti-government forces

Iraq’s dominant Shiite coalition has nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as prime minister after weeks of political deadlock. The political newcomer now faces the challenge of securing parliamentary approval and tackling economic and security issues amid regional tensions