Podcasts about Boko Haram

Tommy and Ben are back with a week of war, drama over an international bridge, and an angry Norwegian World Cup fan.First up, the guys say farewell to the ceasefire between Iran and the US, hello to a new forever war, and analyze how a rushed, sloppily worded agreement negotiated by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff collapsed. The New York Times reveals the details of Israel's embarrassing failed plot to install former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran's new president, including a fake climate conference in Budapest and a Mossad extraction plan. Trump is using questions about the new Qatari gifted Air Force One to attack reporters and a $4.7 billion bridge connecting Detroit to Canada is at the center of another Trump corruption story. In Venezuela, the earthquake death toll has climbed to nearly 4,500, and reporting confirms that Marco Rubio is essentially running the country from Washington. A Cambridge University study reveals that Boko Haram fighters have been using AI chatbots to design explosives and plan attacks. After the NATO summit in Turkey, President Erdogan gave every leader a vintage pistol with live ammo as a parting gift, and a single Norwegian man calls out the historical inaccuracies of the row by World Cup fans. Then Ben speaks to Congressman Ro Khanna about his trip to the West Bank and his detention by Israeli settlers.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.

The Supreme Court just made it easier to fire SEC and CFTC commissioners. Katherine, Jessi, and Vy on why that could reset who controls crypto policy. Plus, the UK's new rulebook. ======================================================== Thank you to our sponsor! ⁠⁠Cape⁠⁠: Your biggest crypto vulnerability isn't your wallet, it's your phone number. Cape is America's privacy-first mobile carrier that rotates your SIM identity daily and blocks SIM swaps before they happen. Get 33% off your first six months at https://cape.co/unchained (use code: UNCHAINED). ======================================================== The Supreme Court just tore up a 90-year-old precedent that kept independent-agency commissioners safe from a president's whims, and almost no one in crypto is talking about what it means for the SEC and the CFTC. Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos, Jessi Brooks, and Vy Le trace how the ruling in Trump v. Slaughter changes who actually controls financial regulation. Then they cross the Atlantic to the UK's sweeping new crypto rulebook and the European Commission's move to expand MiCA just as its first version fully takes effect. They also dig into a Cambridge report showing fighters from one of the world's most brutal terror groups using chatbots to troubleshoot weapons and plan attacks, and ask why there's no Section 230 for crypto or AI, only a growing pile of civil lawsuits testing where liability lands. Jessi Brooks argues crypto's decade of learning to police neutral technology might be the only playbook AI has left to borrow. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, General Counsel. Previously held senior legal roles across DeFi and centralized exchanges. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jessi Brooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, General Counsel at Ribbit Capital⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vy Le⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Co-host of DEX in the City and General Counsel of Veda Timestamps

The Supreme Court just made it easier to fire SEC and CFTC commissioners. Katherine, Jessi, and Vy on why that could reset who controls crypto policy. Plus, the UK's new rulebook. ======================================================== Thank you to our sponsor! ⁠⁠Cape⁠⁠: Your biggest crypto vulnerability isn't your wallet, it's your phone number. Cape is America's privacy-first mobile carrier that rotates your SIM identity daily and blocks SIM swaps before they happen. Get 33% off your first six months at https://cape.co/unchained (use code: UNCHAINED). ======================================================== The Supreme Court just tore up a 90-year-old precedent that kept independent-agency commissioners safe from a president's whims, and almost no one in crypto is talking about what it means for the SEC and the CFTC. Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos, Jessi Brooks, and Vy Le trace how the ruling in Trump v. Slaughter changes who actually controls financial regulation. Then they cross the Atlantic to the UK's sweeping new crypto rulebook and the European Commission's move to expand MiCA just as its first version fully takes effect. They also dig into a Cambridge report showing fighters from one of the world's most brutal terror groups using chatbots to troubleshoot weapons and plan attacks, and ask why there's no Section 230 for crypto or AI, only a growing pile of civil lawsuits testing where liability lands. Jessi Brooks argues crypto's decade of learning to police neutral technology might be the only playbook AI has left to borrow. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, General Counsel. Previously held senior legal roles across DeFi and centralized exchanges. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jessi Brooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, General Counsel at Ribbit Capital⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vy Le⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Co-host of DEX in the City and General Counsel of Veda Timestamps

Today's HeadlinesWhat's the truth about violence against Christians in Nigeria?Pastor of a large Chinese church is released from prisonMissionaries see God's provision in Papua New Guinea outreach

Majalisar Wakilan Najeriya ta yi kira ga rundunar sojin saman ƙasar da ta buɗe ɓangaren hanyar Maiduguri zuwa Kano da ta toshe a anguwar Ngomari-Pompomari da ke wajen birnin Maiduguri kusan shekaru 10 wanda ke haddasa asarar ɗumbin rayuka. Ɗan Majalisa mai wakiltar Jere a jihar Borno, Hon. Satomi da ya gabatar da ƙudirin gaban Majalisar a makon jiya, ya yi wa Ahmed Abba ƙarin bayani dangane da girman matsalar da toshe hanyar ya haifar da kuma ƙoƙarin da gwamnati ke yi wajen ceto ɗalibai da malamai da Boko Haram ta yi garkuwa da su a Askira-Uba na jihar Borno. Ku latsa alamar sauti don jin yadda zantawarsu ta gudana.

It's Tuesday, July 14th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson, Timothy Reed and Adam McManus Fulani Muslim militia most deadly force against Christians The Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa has issued a study on terror-related violence on the Dark Continent. The group revealed that the Fulani Muslim militia is by far the most deadly force in the persecution of Christians worldwide. They kill Christians at a rate 4.4 times that of other Muslims. Thus far, they have killed 79,323 people in six years — amounting to 36 people a day. They kill at 3 times the rate of Boko Haram. That's twenty times the number of people that have been killed in the US-Iran war this year.  Senegal, Africa: Marriage is between one man and one woman The National Assembly of the West African country of Senegal has defined marriage as a union between one man and one woman. Homosexuality is still legal in 21 out of 54 African countries. So far, homosexual faux marriage has been incorporated in one nation -- South Africa. U.S.-Iran war is back on America's war with Iran is back on, and the Middle East is in flames.   The U.S. military bombed dozens of military targets yesterday. The Saudis also bombed the Yemen airport. The Houthi-controlled Yemeni government is an ally with Iran in the present war. The Center for Strategic and International Studies reports a depletion of one-third to one-half of American Patriot, Tomahawk, and Terminal High Altitude Areas Defense missiles. At current rates, the replenishment will take four years. This does not include the use of missiles during the period of May through July.  Trump Meme coin tanked; Bitcoin down by 50% The Trump Meme coin has tanked — costing investors $3.8 billion. The president received $636 million from the venture, according to a recent financial disclosure.  However, Bitcoin has also lost half its value since the Trump election in November 2024. Total losses are running about $2.2 trillion for investors. Gold capitalization has increased about 3% since November 2025. 122,000 American layoffs The website Layoffs.fyi records 122,000 layoffs this year. That's the highest rate in four years.  Amazon is leading the pack for corporate layoffs with a total of 30,000 layoffs over the last nine months. America produces more oil than Saudi Arabia and Russia America is now, by far, the largest oil producer in the world — now producing 42% more than Saudi Arabia, and 37% more than Russia. Back in 2008, the United States produced about half of what Saudi Arabia and Russia produced. That has changed dramatically in the last 17 years.  GOP Senator Mitch McConnell rejects rumors he's braindead Republican Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky broke the silence and intrigue surrounding his lengthy hospital stay. Rumors had swirled that the senator was braindead or under cardiac arrest after he was transferred to the hospital. The senator has clarified that he had suffered a fall, but he did not break bones or suffer a concussion. Senator Lindsey Graham met his maker Longtime Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina went to meet his Maker on Saturday night. According to the D.C. office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Graham died of a ruptured aorta brought on by chronic heart disease. Graham, age 71, was never married and never had children. SC Gov appointed Lindsey Graham's sister to serve remainder of term South Carolina Republican Governor Henry McMaster announced Monday that he has appointed the late Senator's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve the remainder of his term. When Lindsey Graham was 20, his mother died of Hodgkin's lymphoma at age 50, and his father died 15 months later of a heart attack at age 68. Because his sister, then 13 years old, was left orphaned, the service allowed Graham to attend the University of South Carolina in Columbia so he could remain near home as his sister's legal guardian. Here's a portion of Governor McMaster's press conference. McMASTER: “Today, under the law, it's my duty and honor to name someone to serve in the place this extraordinary man for the remainder of his term. “Lindsey took care of his little sister in years long departed. It's my honor to ask his little sister, Darlene Graham, to finish his work for him now. “And by the way, Darlene, I don't know if I told you, but after we spoke on the phone in the wee hours of Sunday morning, and you agreed to serve, through tears. Earlier, I had wondered what you would say, and I was humbled by your quickness to see the duty that you had to serve. “I called the president afterwards, and he thought it was a great idea, and I'm sure that everyone here does as well.” Obamacare premiums going higher Obamacare premiums are jacking up another 14% for next year.   That follows a 20% increase last year. The Peterson-KFF organization notes that the program lost three million members so far this year — now at a total of 19.2 million enrollments.  The average family of four pays $24,000 into Obamacare for this year, and $27,000 next year.  That compares to Samaritan Ministries Christian medical sharing that runs about $8,000 per year.  Hospitals treated COVID-shot rejectors as “plagued rats” Psalm 146:3 instructs us: “to not put your trust in princes, nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help.” Recent Centers for Disease Control numbers indicate that 80% of Americans got at least one COVID shot. U.S. death rates, based on 2019 numbers, rose 17% in 2020 during the COVID crisis. After the vaccine came out in early 2021, the death rate increased again by 23% over 2019 levels. Then, the death rate increased by 16% in 2022. Death rates did not reduce to 2019 levels until 2024. Last year's death rate actually registered 4% less than 2019. Former trauma surgeon Dr. James Miller told podcast host Alix Mayer that those who did not take the Covid shot, after its rollout, were treated differently in hospitals, and in an inhumane manner, like “plagued rats.” Listen. MILLER: “Absolutely, the vaccinated and unvaccinated were treated differently. They started just denying basic health services to unvaccinated people, which spurned not giving diabetes medicine [and] you can't go see your family doctor. "Now, you could still get emergency care in the ER, but 100% you were treated differently. You were treated as a dirty, plagued rat. And this was common in social media. But it was no different in the hospital. The medical community is no different.” Next, Dr. Miller spoke of The Overton Window referring to the moment when an argument becomes politically acceptable to the mainstream population. In this case, it is more acceptable now, in 2026, for Americans to express their distrust of the medical establishment about how it handled the COVID shot rollout and how it mistreated the unvaccinated 20% of the population. The term, The Overton Window, is named after the American policy analyst Joseph Overton. Listen. MILLER: “I think part of why this is such a good time to talk about this is I think The Overton Window has shifted on the discussion. I think all people have realized the medical care system did not meet their expectations during COVID. “I think most people thought, before COVID, when you go to the doctor, they're going to help you out a bit, and you're going to get better, and they're going to wish you well. I think most people thought when I'm really sick, I'm going to go to the hospital and they're gonna help me out a lot and do their best and get me well. “After COVID, most people realized their doctors were there for themselves. Their doctors were more than happy to give them a toxic substance that would hurt them, like the COVID injection. And I think most people came to see that the hospitals were really killing fields.” 28 Georgia inmates got baptized after Bible studies The Grady County, Georgia Sheriff's department issued an official announcement over the weekend: 28 inmates got baptized! They had been faithfully attending Bible studies throughout the week, and confessed their faith in Christ.   The announcement said, “Together, we gathered in prayer, lifted our voices in worship, and celebrated these life-changing decisions. Moments like these serve as a reminder that hope, grace, and redemption are possible for everyone.” Back in March, another 14 inmates were baptized at a Franklin County jailhouse in Florida, according to Channel 7 News. PASTOR: “I'm going to baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. And I'm baptizing you in the power of that cross I'm talking about today. All right, ready?” These inmates also attended Bible studies each week and heard sermons from local pastors. Inmate Ethan Vonier became a Christian behind bars. VONIER: “I found Christ in jail. I feel like the good Lord put me here. We're all doing better each day.” And inmate Robert Hill was grateful for a fresh start and a Biblical destiny. HILL: “It's a new beginning. Everybody in here probably wants a new beginning. You know, he gives it to you. You know what I mean? Gives you a fresh start.  Jeremiah 29:11 -- He has a plan for me. I know it. I want it. I'm going to get it.” Psalm 107:10-14 tells the story: “Those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, bound in affliction and irons—because they rebelled against the words of God, and despised the counsel of the Most High. Therefore, He brought down their heart with labor. They fell down, and there was none to help. Then, they cried out to the Lord in their trouble and He saved them out of their distresses. He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and broke their chains in pieces.” Worldview listeners weigh in from Virginia and Texas Joseph Holt, age 20, at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, wrote me to say, “Thanks for faithfully presenting the news every morning. I like your podcast because it's short and concise. I can get a briefing on the news while I'm brushing my teeth in the morning before work or school starts. You present the facts from a Biblical worldview and do not shrink from condemning evil. Thanks for keeping this up so long. Here's to another great year!” And Richard Powell in Lonetta, Texas wrote, “I appreciate how much time you guys save me by putting the newscast together so I don't have to filter through so much.  I also appreciate that it's concise and that you come from a Biblical perspective.  I typically read it as part of my morning routine.” 8 Worldview listeners gave $2,760 And finally, on Monday by 8:00pm Central, 8 Worldview listeners had stepped up to the plate and invested their treasure to fund the six-member team behind The Worldview for another year Our thanks to Sarina in Barnwell, Alberta, Canada who gave $25, Janna in Midvale, Idaho who gave $75, and Susan in Timnath, Colorado who gave $100. We were touched by the generosity of Bianca in Manzini, Eswatini, Africa who pledged $15/month for 12 months for a total gift of $180. Since their money is worth one-sixteenth what ours is worth, it's like Bianca donated $2,965. Imagine that! And we're grateful to God for Dwayne and Anita in Moriarty, New Mexico who gave $200, Frances in Beacon, New York who pledged $40/month for 12 months for a gift of $480, Stuart in Zillah, Washington who gave $500, and Tim in Blooming Grove, Texas who pledged $100/month for a total gift of $1,200. Those 8 gifts add up to $2,760. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (drum roll sound effect) $23,803 (sound effect of people cheering) That means we need to raise $32,762 to hit our $56,565 goal by this Friday, July 17th.   We need to find 8 Worldview listeners, just like Tim did, who will pledge $100/month for 12 months, or give a one-time gift of $1,200, 19 folks who will pledge $50/month or give a one-time gift of $600 and 38 listeners who will pledge $25/month or give a one-time gift of $300. Go to TheWorldview.com, click on Give, select the dollar amount, and make sure to click on the “recurring” button if that's your wish.  If Bianca from Eswatini, Africa can give the equivalent of $2,965, what could you give? Go to TheWorldview.com and click on Give. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, July 14th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Apple verklagt OpenAI wegen Diebstahls von Geschäftsgeheimnissen und nennt die OpenAI-Kultur "rotten to the core". Satya Nadella warnt vor der KI-Nutzung durch Unternehmen: Ihr bezahlt nicht nur mit Geld, sondern mit eurem proprietären Wissen. Elon Musk und Sam Altman liefern sich auf X einen Schlagabtausch. Bei OpenAI konsolidiert Greg Brockman die Macht nach Fiji Simos Rücktritt, während die Anthropic-Bewertung am Secondary-Markt in Richtung 1,2 Billionen läuft. 200 Ökonomen und 16 Nobelpreisträger unterschreiben ein "We Must Act Now"-Statement zur KI-Job-Verdrängung. Meta committet weitere 40 Milliarden für sein Louisiana-Data-Center, Gesamtinvestition Richtung 250 Mrd. Shein bekommt grünes Licht für den Hongkong-IPO auf 40 Mrd. Bewertung. Counterpoint zeigt: Smartphone-Markt bricht 11% ein wegen Memory-Crunch.  Unterstütze unseren Podcast und entdecke die Angebote unserer Werbepartner auf ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠doppelgaenger.io/werbung⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Vielen Dank!  Philipp Glöckler und Philipp Klöckner sprechen heute über: (00:00:00) Apple verklagt OpenAI (00:15:09) Nadella-Warnung (00:24:53) Altman kontert Musk (00:26:49) Codex 7 Mio. (00:29:18) Fable 5 verlängert (00:31:37) Brockman übernimmt (00:32:19) Anthropic $1,2 Bio. (00:34:01) Cursor baut SAND (00:35:53) We Must Act Now: KI Jobverlust ohne Belege (01:00:36) Meta Louisiana (01:02:43) Shein Hongkong (01:03:46) Smartphone-Einbruch (01:08:11) Pioneer 3 Shownotes Apple verklagt OpenAI wegen Trade-Secret-Diebstahl - techcrunch.com Apple: OpenAIs Hardware-Business rotten to the core - uk.pcmag.com Nadella warnt vor KI-Daten-Risiko für Unternehmen - techcrunch.com Sam Altman kontert Elon Musk - xcancel.com OpenAI: Brockman konsolidiert Macht vor dem IPO - cnbc.com Anthropic verlängert Fable-5-Zugang bis 19. Juli - economictimes.indiatimes.com Codex knackt 6-7 Mio. aktive Nutzer - latent.space Anthropic auf $1,2 Bio. Bewertung am Secondary-Markt - businessinsider.com Cursor baut SAND als Claude-Cowork-Konkurrent - theinformation.com We Must Act Now: 200 Ökonomen zum KI-Risiko - wemustactnow.ai NYT: Ökonomen warnen vor KI-Job-Verlust - nytimes.com Indeed: Codex-Launch treibt Entwickler-Hiring +15% - hiringlab.org Meta Louisiana Data Center wird $250 Mrd. - bloomberg.com WSJ: Shein bekommt grünes Licht für Hongkong-IPO - wsj.com Counterpoint: Smartphone-Markt bricht 11% ein - counterpointresearch.com Bild: Thelen sagt Brandmauer schadet Deutschland - bild.de Bunte: Thelen verliert Millionen wegen Politik-Aussagen - bunte.de Pioneer 3 launcht - instagram.com Anne Schwedt: Optionen-Websession bei Ikonista - montagshappen-verlag.de Übermedien: Grat zwischen Journalismus und Anlage-Tipps - uebermedien.de NYT: Terrorgruppen wie Boko Haram nutzen KI - nytimes.com

In 1995, the British band Oasis released one of their biggest hits as a single from their number one album: (What's the Story) Morning Glory?The song Wonderwall was a departure from their usual music, but it has gone on to be one of their most successful songs and was a top 10 hit in 15 countries. It has also become an anthem for the British public and has become a key part of England's 2026 World Cup campaign. Nick Brine was the sound engineer who worked with the band to record the iconic track at Rockfield Studios. He speaks to Tim O'Callaghan.Witness History is a short BBC World Service podcast about history that takes you inside big moments from the past through first-hand testimony and archive. Each weekday, in around nine minutes, we revisit one moment that helped shape the world and hear it through the voice of someone who was there. Scientists, artists, campaigners, soldiers, leaders and everyday people tell their true stories.When you subscribe to Witness History, you'll be taken inside turning points in world affairs from West Africa's fight back against Boko Haram in 2015 to the behind-closed-doors talks that led to the US-Cuba “thaw” and the surprise announcement of restored relations.You'll discover what it was like to experience disasters and how people recovered from them, including the Tabasco floods in Mexico, Portugal's worst train disaster, and the huge clean-up after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.You'll explore culture and ideas too: Sweden's Expedition Robinson, often credited as the first modern reality TV game show; the friendship between The Beatles' George Harrison and Indian sitarist Ravi Shankar; and the night a tiger attack brought Las Vegas superstars Siegfried and Roy's show to a sudden end.And if you're curious about inventions, we'll tell you how air fryers, BlackBerry, YouTube, Alexa, GPS, superglue, the shopping cart (shopping trolley) and bubble tea were created.If you're new to Witness History, the appeal is simple: real voices, one strong true story, and a fresh way to understand today through events from history – all in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of tea or a walk around the block. Join millions of BBC World Service podcast listeners around the globe and enjoy the insight, context and detail Witness History will bring you.(Photo: The Gallagher brothers performing in 1995. Credit: Des Willie/Redferns/Getty Images)

For many Nigerians, insecurity has become a painful part of everyday life, affecting farmers, traders, parents, and entire communities. As momentum builds for the creation of state police, many believe it could strengthen the fight against crime—but a critical question remains: if insecurity persists, who should Nigerians hold accountable? Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we examine whether state police is the answer to Nigeria's security challenges and who should bear responsibility if it fails.

Hayden introduces us to a couple separated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and a mother in northeast Nigeria who risks everything to save her daughter from forced marriage to Boko Haram militants. We meet a group of Syrian women searching tirelessly for their missing spouses and children, while launching a call for justice, and learn about letters from the bereaved to the dead, still being written over a decade after the tsunami that devastated Japan.

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Quel est le rôle des femmes dans le groupe terroriste Boko Haram et dans ses déclinaisons les plus récentes, comme le groupe ISWAP ? La réponse se trouve dans un roman coup de poing, La fabrique à kamikazes, que vient de publier, aux éditions Saint Graal Ivoirien, le journaliste camerounais David Wanedam, qui a été rédacteur en chef à L'œil du Sahel. Ce livre-enquête est bâti sur les témoignages terribles de plusieurs jeunes femmes qui ont été kidnappées par les groupes jihadistes du nord-est du Nigeria et du nord du Cameroun.  RFI : Dans votre livre La Fabrique à Kamikazes, vous racontez l'histoire d'une jeune femme nigériane, Falmata, qui est enlevée par les jihadistes de Boko Haram et qui est progressivement happée par les mécanismes de l'endoctrinement. Pourquoi ce focus sur une jeune femme et pas sur un combattant de Boko Haram ? David Wanedam : Parce que la guerre a d'abord été perçue comme une affaire d'hommes, dans la propagande, dans la vidéo, etc. Et tous les matériaux de communication de Boko Haram tournent essentiellement autour des hommes. Et donc ça fait plusieurs années que je couvre la question et ça m'a intrigué, évidemment, de savoir où étaient donc finalement les femmes. D'où cette question de savoir quel est le parcours de Falmata, comment elle est devenue une kamikaze, une arme intelligente destinée à détruire. La question vient vraiment de la vague des attentats kamikazes que nous avons eus, particulièrement au Cameroun, dans la région de l'Extrême Nord, sur la période 2016 jusqu'à 2019 C'est en avril 2014, lors de l'enlèvement de quelque 276 lycéennes à Chibok, dans le nord-est du Nigeria, qu'on a découvert le rôle des épouses forcées et des jeunes femmes kamikazes dans la stratégie de Boko Haram. Et vous dites que les malheureuses sont plutôt bien traitées après leur enlèvement. Falmata était, écrivez-vous, « une invitée de marque dans un palais de conte de fées » Vous savez, dans l'interprétation de l'Islam que font Boko Haram et ses autres déclinaisons, les femmes sont en réalité au centre de tout. On a pu par exemple entendre des éléments clés du mouvement fanfaronner que, tant que les femmes accouchent, Boko Haram ne peut pas disparaître. Et donc il est apparu que la femme est à la fois le socle biologique et le socle idéologique du groupe, et donc elles sont porteuses du mouvement dans son présent, mais également dans son futur. Elles sont très, très bien traitées, contrairement à ce que les hypothèses de départ nous donnaient. Et donc Falmata a trouvé dans cet environnement une famille nouvelle, qui l'honorait quasiment. Donc ces jeunes filles sont à la fois protégées, mais aussi instrumentalisées avant d'être plus tard transformées en armes de terreur. Vous racontez que Falmata, l'héroïne de votre roman, est une forte tête. Elle échappe de justesse à la mise à mort par lapidation. Elle réussit à s'évader. On croit qu'elle va s'en sortir, mais non, parce que, quand elle revient parmi les siens, dans la région où elle a été kidnappée, on la soupçonne d'être une fille de Boko Haram. Malheureusement, cette réalité-là, on la vit et on la vivra encore. Il y a une sorte d'ostracisme vis-à-vis de ceux qu'on soupçonne d'avoir été affiliés ou associés de quelque forme au groupe Boko Haram, et on vit déjà des situations où des femmes sont ostracisées, sont abandonnées à la périphérie du village, et qui préfèrent même parfois retourner au sein du groupe plutôt que de rester là où elles ne sont pas acceptées. Et donc oui, ça génère de la peur dans la communauté qui se dit qu'il y a peut-être une cellule dormante qui est en train de naître au sein du village ou bien de la communauté, au point où les Etats aujourd'hui arrêtent à peu près tout le monde au faciès ou bien au moindre soupçon. On ne va pas raconter la fin de votre livre, qui est haletant. Qu'en est-il aujourd'hui de ces femmes kamikazes qui se faisaient sauter sur les marchés du Nord Cameroun et du nord-est du Nigeria ? Nous sommes aujourd'hui cinq ans après la mort du chef terroriste Abubakar Shekau, qui a été tué dans la forêt de Sambisa en mai 2021  Le mouvement a su s'adapter. Et ça, c'est la capacité des mouvements djihadistes. Il y a eu un grand débat interne sur l'usage des kamikazes femmes qui avaient été utilisées de façon industrielle par Abubakar Shekau en son temps. Ça ne veut pas dire que c'est fini. Les attentats ont changé de forme, les groupes se sont sophistiqués. Ils savent utiliser désormais des drones armés pour collecter du renseignement, pour larguer des explosifs. Et l'intelligence des groupes est telle qu'aujourd'hui, ils n'ont pas besoin des femmes forcément pour aller faire des attentats kamikazes. Les femmes peuvent servir de vecteurs de renseignement, de vecteurs logistiques, notamment en ravitaillant de la nourriture. Elles peuvent entrer dans les marchés plus facilement. Les femmes peuvent se ravitailler en munitions parce qu'elles sont moins perçues comme étant suspectes. Il y a des attentats qui sont commis, notamment au véhicule bélier, qui sont chargés d'explosifs et qui ciblent des camps militaires. Ça, ça n'a pas changé. Ce qui a changé, par contre, c'est l'utilisation qu'ils font des femmes dans les groupes. Parce que oui, il y a des femmes aujourd'hui qui sont destinées à nettoyer, par exemple, des armes. Quand les combattants rentrent de leur bataille, elles nettoient les armes, elles font la cuisine, elles font les marchés, elles font les champs, bref, ce sont elles qui font tourner la machine djihadiste aujourd'hui. Et donc ne pas prendre en compte la question de la femme dans ces groupes, c'est prendre la question à moitié sur ce millefeuille qu'est la question djihadiste dans le bassin du lac Tchad. Mais voulez-vous dire qu'il y a, dans la direction de Boko Haram, des gens un tout petit peu moins extrémistes que les autres qui ont dit qu'il fallait arrêter d'utiliser les femmes comme kamikazes ? Ils n'ont pas renoncé totalement, ils ont juste trouvé des outils de substitution. Il y a des hommes qui sont kamikazes et qui sont célébrés après les attentats. Les attentats de type kamikaze existent toujours, mais ils ont juste changé de forme.

School kidnappings are leaving parents fearful and disrupting education across Nigeria. As armed groups increasingly target students and teachers, are schools still safe? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with educationist Uche Ohanele and DW's Ben Shemang in Abuja about the rise in school kidnappings, the impact on children and families, and what must be done to make Nigeria's schools safe again.

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Au Cameroun, la région de l'Extrême-Nord fait face à une crise humanitaire persistante marquée par les conflits armés liés à Boko Haram, des épidémies de choléra et de rougeole, et les conséquences du changement climatique. Des milliers de déplacés internes et de réfugiés du Nigéria et Tchad voisins exercent une pression intense sur des structures de sanitaires déjà fragiles, alors que la situation sécuritaire entrave l'accès aux soins. Aujourd'hui, près de 3 millions de personnes souffrent d'insécurité alimentaire sévère, selon OCHA. Les enfants en sont les premières victimes : au premier trimestre de cette année, 200 000 enfants ont été diagnostiqués de malnutrition et dans l'Extrême-Nord.  [Reportage long format à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale contre la faim] Pour lutter contre la mortalité infantile, l'ONG humanitaire médicale internationale ALIMA soutient des structures locales du département du Mayo-Tsanaga qui assurent aux populations isolées et vulnérables un accès gratuit aux soins : prise en charge médicale et thérapeutique des enfants malnutris à l'hôpital régional annexe de Mokolo et dans six centres de santé périphériques. Mais aussi stratégie communautaire pour dépister et prévenir la malnutrition et former les familles à l'éducation nutritionnelle. Dès qu'un enfant est diagnostiqué pour malnutrition au niveau d'un des centres de santé, il entre dans un programme de 42 jours, c'est-à-dire qu'il est soigné en communauté et s'il présente des complications, il est immédiatement référé à l'hôpital régional annexe de Mokolo.  2 600 admissions depuis 2024 Déshydratation, hypoglycémie, détresse respiratoire, fièvre, anémie, hypothermie, convulsions, épuisement... Les conséquences de la malnutrition peuvent être fatales pour les enfants. Pour sauver les tout-petits malnutris, le centre nutritionnel thérapeutique interne de l'hôpital de Mokolo est le seul fonctionnel dans tout le département. Depuis 2024, il a enregistré 2 600 admissions. Deux volets de prise en charge : d'abord médicamenteuse, pour lever les complications, et nutritionnelle, pour remédier aux défaillances en nutriments et vitamines liées à l'état instable des enfants malades. Aujourd'hui, l'hôpital de Mokolo enregistre un taux de guérison de 93%. La guérison de ces enfants passe aussi par des activités de stimulation physique et cognitive. La psychostimulation est essentielle dans la prise en charge de la malnutrition car lorsqu'un enfant est malnutri, il est amorphe, fatigué, éteint, son cerveau est ralenti. Si ce volet cognitif et psychique n'est pas pris en compte, cela va retarder l'amélioration de son état clinique, son développement psychomoteur et sa physiologie future. Les activités d'éveil vont donc faciliter sa guérison. Un suivi en communauté À la sortie de l'hôpital, les enfants sont suivis dans les centres de santé en communauté : consultations d'évolution, sensibilisations aux bonnes pratiques nutritionnelles et à l'hygiène, visites à domicile des relais communautaires, démonstrations culinaires. Les communautés sont des leviers indispensables à la santé infantile.  À Mokolo, comme dans tant d'autres communautés, chaque enfant sauvé est une victoire collective. Une victoire rendue possible par le dévouement des soignants, l'engagement des communautés et le soutien des agences humanitaires. Des témoignages qui rappellent combien l'accès aux soins reste un enjeu central dans une région où les distances, l'insécurité et la baisse des financements humanitaires compliquent les parcours de santé.   ► Un reportage long format de Raphaëlle Constant réalisé par Victor Uhl, en partenariat avec l'ONG Alima (Alliance for International Medical Action), à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale contre la faim.  Programmation musicale :  ► Blick Bassy – Donalina 

Au Cameroun, la région de l'Extrême-Nord fait face à une crise humanitaire persistante marquée par les conflits armés liés à Boko Haram, des épidémies de choléra et de rougeole, et les conséquences du changement climatique. Des milliers de déplacés internes et de réfugiés du Nigéria et Tchad voisins exercent une pression intense sur des structures de sanitaires déjà fragiles, alors que la situation sécuritaire entrave l'accès aux soins. Aujourd'hui, près de 3 millions de personnes souffrent d'insécurité alimentaire sévère, selon OCHA. Les enfants en sont les premières victimes : au premier trimestre de cette année, 200 000 enfants ont été diagnostiqués de malnutrition et dans l'Extrême-Nord.  [Reportage long format à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale contre la faim] Pour lutter contre la mortalité infantile, l'ONG humanitaire médicale internationale ALIMA soutient des structures locales du département du Mayo-Tsanaga qui assurent aux populations isolées et vulnérables un accès gratuit aux soins : prise en charge médicale et thérapeutique des enfants malnutris à l'hôpital régional annexe de Mokolo et dans six centres de santé périphériques. Mais aussi stratégie communautaire pour dépister et prévenir la malnutrition et former les familles à l'éducation nutritionnelle. Dès qu'un enfant est diagnostiqué pour malnutrition au niveau d'un des centres de santé, il entre dans un programme de 42 jours, c'est-à-dire qu'il est soigné en communauté et s'il présente des complications, il est immédiatement référé à l'hôpital régional annexe de Mokolo.  2 600 admissions depuis 2024 Déshydratation, hypoglycémie, détresse respiratoire, fièvre, anémie, hypothermie, convulsions, épuisement... Les conséquences de la malnutrition peuvent être fatales pour les enfants. Pour sauver les tout-petits malnutris, le centre nutritionnel thérapeutique interne de l'hôpital de Mokolo est le seul fonctionnel dans tout le département. Depuis 2024, il a enregistré 2 600 admissions. Deux volets de prise en charge : d'abord médicamenteuse, pour lever les complications, et nutritionnelle, pour remédier aux défaillances en nutriments et vitamines liées à l'état instable des enfants malades. Aujourd'hui, l'hôpital de Mokolo enregistre un taux de guérison de 93%. La guérison de ces enfants passe aussi par des activités de stimulation physique et cognitive. La psychostimulation est essentielle dans la prise en charge de la malnutrition car lorsqu'un enfant est malnutri, il est amorphe, fatigué, éteint, son cerveau est ralenti. Si ce volet cognitif et psychique n'est pas pris en compte, cela va retarder l'amélioration de son état clinique, son développement psychomoteur et sa physiologie future. Les activités d'éveil vont donc faciliter sa guérison. Un suivi en communauté À la sortie de l'hôpital, les enfants sont suivis dans les centres de santé en communauté : consultations d'évolution, sensibilisations aux bonnes pratiques nutritionnelles et à l'hygiène, visites à domicile des relais communautaires, démonstrations culinaires. Les communautés sont des leviers indispensables à la santé infantile.  À Mokolo, comme dans tant d'autres communautés, chaque enfant sauvé est une victoire collective. Une victoire rendue possible par le dévouement des soignants, l'engagement des communautés et le soutien des agences humanitaires. Des témoignages qui rappellent combien l'accès aux soins reste un enjeu central dans une région où les distances, l'insécurité et la baisse des financements humanitaires compliquent les parcours de santé.   ► Un reportage long format de Raphaëlle Constant réalisé par Victor Uhl, en partenariat avec l'ONG Alima (Alliance for International Medical Action), à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale contre la faim.  Programmation musicale :  ► Blick Bassy – Donalina 

For years, communities across North-East Nigeria have endured the devastating impact of insurgency, with lives lost, villages destroyed, and thousands displaced. Now, the Borno State Government's reintegration of hundreds of former Boko Haram members, their spouses, and dependents has sparked fresh debate over whether the move will promote peace or deepen fears in affected communities. Join us in this episode of Nigeria Daily as we examine what this policy means for peace, justice, and security in Nigeria.

Au Cameroun, la région de l'Extrême-Nord fait face à une crise humanitaire persistante marquée par les conflits armés liés à Boko Haram, des épidémies de choléra et de rougeole, et les conséquences du changement climatique. Des milliers de déplacés internes et de réfugiés du Nigéria et Tchad voisins exercent une pression intense sur des structures de sanitaires déjà fragiles, alors que la situation sécuritaire entrave l'accès aux soins. Aujourd'hui, près de 3 millions de personnes souffrent d'insécurité alimentaire sévère, selon OCHA. Les enfants en sont les premières victimes : au premier trimestre de cette année, 200 000 enfants ont été diagnostiqués de malnutrition et dans l'Extrême-Nord.  Pour lutter contre la mortalité infantile, l'ONG humanitaire médicale internationale ALIMA soutient des structures locales du département du Mayo-Tsanaga qui assurent aux populations isolées et vulnérables un accès gratuit aux soins : prise en charge médicale et thérapeutique des enfants malnutris à l'hôpital régional annexe de Mokolo et dans six centres de santé périphériques. « Il est notoire que le développement d'un pays ne peut être fait si les jeunes enfants de moins de 5 ans souffrent de malnutrition, que ce soit aigu, que ce soit chronique. L'avenir d'un d'une nation passe forcément par l'éradication de la malnutrition. » Dr Michel Onana, médecin traitant à l'hôpital de Mokolo   ► Un reportage long format de Raphaëlle Constant réalisé par Victor Uhl, en partenariat avec l'ONG Alima (Alliance for International Medical Action), à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale contre la faim, à retrouver dans Priorité Santé. 

It's Friday, June 12th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Hundreds of Nigerians freed from Boko Haram captivity after months Ready for some good news? Hundreds of Nigerians, who had been abducted by Boko Haram Muslim militants during a devastating March attack, have just been freed after months in captivity, reports International Christian Concern. It's one of the largest releases of hostages in the region in recent years.  Officials claim that the Nigerian army rescued 360 captives from a remote hideout in the Mandara Mountains of Borno State near the border with the country of Cameroon. However, local community leaders insist that local negotiations, rather than military action, secured their freedom. Pentagon on lock down over “air quality issue” On June 11th, the Pentagon was placed on lockdown after officials detected an “air quality issue” inside the building, reports NewsNation.com. Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the War Department activated standard safety procedures, including a “shelter-in-place order for affected areas. The Pentagon has sophisticated systems to ensure the safety of the building and its occupants. Those systems have detected an air quality issue necessitating precautionary measures until we determine its significance.” Trump adds SAVE Act to Pentagon reconciliation bill Despite the fact that the U.S. Senate has failed to make progress towards passing the much-needed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or SAVE America Act, which would secure our nation's elections, President Donald Trump is not throwing in the towel. In a post on Truth Social, he just announced a huge move to get the act passed by adding it directly to the upcoming $350 billion Pentagon reconciliation bill. This way, the legislation can clear the Senate with a simple majority, rather than the 60 votes needed under current rules. Referencing the SAVE Act, he wrote, “THE SAVE AMERICA ACT … will protect our Elections for Generations to come.  Our Warriors protect our most Sacred Rights, and Voting is at the top. Time to defend that Right for every American!” Yesterday, President Trump made these comments from the Oval Office. TRUMP: “All voters must show photo I.D.  So, you go to vote and show photo ID. Not complicated. But who could oppose it? … “All voters must show a little thing called proof of citizenship. No mail-in ballots except for illness, disability, military, or travel. So, we're being very progressive. We just don't want cheating. You see what's happening in California. They're rigging the election.” Urge your two U.S. Senator to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or SAVE Act by calling 202-224-3121. That's 202-224-3121. Suspicious newly registered homeless votes in LA Mayoral race In a suspicious turn of events to block Spencer Pratt's candidacy for Los Angeles mayor, thousands of homeless voters were registered to vote at Los Angeles  shelters — despite many not living there or the facilities not having any beds at all, reports the New York Post. As Spencer Pratt was eliminated by Nithya Raman in the mayor's race during additional counting of votes on June 8th, one drop-in center, St. Joseph Center in Venice, which had received $600,000 from Nithya Raman, had 185 registered voters at the address but offers absolutely no accommodations.  After the New York Post inquired about this suspicious activity, the photograph of Raman presenting a check to St. Joseph's was taken down from its website. The revelations have prompted U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli to say he will investigate the concerns uncovered by The New York Post and “follow the evidence” to see if the law has been broken.  A review of records shows 7,600 voters tied to homeless shelters and service providers. The largest concentration of homeless voters was at the Midnight Mission in Skid Row, where voting records show 1,160 registrations — but its website shows it only has beds for 9% of that number -- 84 men and 36 women. Something stinks in Denmark! Proverbs 17:23 says, "A wicked man takes a covert bribe from his bosom to pervert the ways of justice." ACLU asserts a “religious right” to abortion in Indiana The Thomas More Society is weighing in on a pending ACLU-inspired abortion case before the Indiana Supreme Court, urging the state's highest jurists not to recognize a so-called “right” to abortion under the guise of religious freedom, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Indiana law bans most surgical abortions. Sadly, chemical abortions persist due to mail-order Abortion Kill Pills, which the state legislature has so far been unable to quash. The ACLU suit claims that denying Indiana mothers abortions would violate Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act, a 2015 law that says that government may not “substantially burden a person's exercise of religion.” Indiana Republican Attorney General Todd Rokita has appealed, and the Indiana Supreme Court agreed in April to take the case. Oral arguments are set to begin in September. Thomas Olp with the Thomas Moore Society, said, “This case is a Trojan Horse. The ACLU and its clients want to call this religious liberty, but it isn't—not under any historically honest understanding of the term. From Cicero to John Locke to the framers of Indiana's Constitution, the natural law tradition that gave us religious freedom has never treated the taking of innocent life as an exercise of religion.” Missionary David Brainerd had a heart to see Indians saved And finally, on June 12, 1744, David Brainerd was ordained by the Presbyterian Church to be a missionary to the New England Indians. He first went to an Indian village on the Housatonic River in Connecticut. Then, he studied the Algonquin languages in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. According to the Generations-published Taking the Americas for Jesus, Brainerd loved the Indians which is why he wanted them to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ. He said, “I taught that men are sinners. All sinners will be judged by God. Then, I told them that Christ could save them. Christ was a great Savior.  All who believe in Jesus will be saved.” Even living in a wigwam and missing many meals, Brainerd was undeterred.  Indian witch doctors tried to poison him. He asked, “Why can't your magic harm me?” Sometimes Indians trusted in Christ. But many did not want to leave their idols. In 1745, Brainerd went to an Indian tribe in New Jersey where 100 Indians converted to Christianity. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. The old has gone, the new is here!” He died from tuberculosis on October 9, 1747, at the young age of 29.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, June 12th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

At least 360 abductees were rescued by the Nigerian army from an enclave linked to a terrorist group in northeastern Borno State. Most of them being women and children. While the Nigerian Army says the rescue followed weeks of planning and intelligence-led operations that achieved "complete tactical surprise," overwhelming the terrorists and forcing them to abandon their positions and flee into the surrounding mountainous terrain, a different account has emerged. A local group, the Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSAYA) says that it facilitated the unconditional release of the abductees and had been in contact with the militants, while online conversations speculate negotiations and possible ransom. We hear from a security expert. And a Rwandan genocide survivor Sabin Nkusi shares how her experiences have driven her commitment to supporting survivors of sexual and gender-based violence. Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Ayuba Iliya and Blessing Aderogba Technical Producer: Maxwell Onyango Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla

More than 50 people were killed during an attack on a Christian area in the city of Jos on Palm Sunday in Nigeria. More attacks occurred during Easter weekend. But not every attack on Nigerian Christians makes international news. Listen this week as Matthew Hanson, who leads VOM USA's work in West and Central Africa, explains how VOM responds to Christian persecution. He'll explain how VOM helps persecuted Christians meet immediate needs like food, clothing, and shelter; then also serves to assist with longer-term needs for emotional and spiritual healing. "We want to see both [physical and spiritual needs being met], because we want to see the church strengthened," Matthew says. Matthew also tells stories from the field, including that of a woman kidnapped and enslaved by Boko Haram, one of six jihadist groups currently attacking Christians in northern Nigeria. She told Matthew, "Each day, Jesus spoke to me and strengthened my faith, and I did not give up."

En RD Congo, la province de Bunia, en Ituri, reste l'épicentre de l'épidémie d'Ebola. 86 personnes y sont décédées et 488 cas confirmés y ont été recensé. Ces chiffres sont provisoires car tout le monde ne peut pas encore être testé, les autorités congolaises ne communiquent plus les cas suspects. C'est dans ce contexte que la Commissaire de l'Union européenne, Hadja Labib a effectué une visite de terrain. 

One dead and several wounded in a fresh surge of violence near the occupied West Bank following the checkpoint killing of a Palestinian infant.Israeli warplanes strike a Hezbollah command centre in Beirut, defying a direct warning from U.S. President Donald Trump and threatening to collapse peace talks with Iran.US Central Command shoots down two Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz following a night of missile exchanges.Iran's World Cup soccer team arrives in Mexico after diplomatic tensions forced a last-minute training move from the U.S.Peruvians vote in a presidential runoff election today, choosing their ninth leader in a decade.The Nigerian army frees three hundred and sixty hostages from a Boko Haram stronghold, though officials confirm two infants died during the rescue.At least twelve people are wounded after a shootout breaks out at a crowded community festival in Toledo, Ohio.Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Europe this week for bilateral talks in France and Ireland before attending the G7 Summit.A strict new U.K. passport rule creates a bureaucratic trap for thousands of Canadian dual citizens ahead of summer travel.Prince's estate unseals vault to release new track on what would have been his 68th birthday.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a Nigerian military operation against the militant group, Boko Haram.

More Christians are being killed in northern Nigeria than anywhere else in the world. In this episode of Give Me Liberty, Ryan Helfenbein sits down with Brad Brandon, founder and CEO of Across Nigeria, to discuss the brutal reality facing Christians in Africa's most dangerous region. Brad shares firsthand accounts of mass killings, attacks on Christian villages, the rise of Boko Haram and Fulani extremists, and the growing humanitarian crisis affecting millions. He also explains why the Gospel remains the ultimate answer to persecution, violence, and radicalism. Topics include:• Christian persecution in Nigeria• Boko Haram and Fulani violence• Martyrdom and the global Church• The role of the United States• Reaching Muslims with the Gospel• Hope amid suffering. Despite unimaginable hardship, God is at work. Thousands of Muslims have come to faith in Christ through the ministry of Across Nigeria, proving that the light of the Gospel shines brightest in the darkest places. Learn more about Across Nigeria: https://acrossnigeria.orgSubscribe for more conversations defending life, liberty, and truth.

In this powerful episode of CURE America, Donald T. Eason sits down with Stephen Osemwegie, President and Founder of Save Nigeria Group USA, for an urgent conversation about the escalating persecution of Christians in Nigeria.   Stephen delivers a sobering report from the ground, revealing that Nigeria has become one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a Christian. He shares how Boko Haram, ISWAP, and Fulani militants are targeting Christian communities, burning churches, and displacing millions in their pursuit of an Islamic caliphate. With over 11 million people internally displaced and thousands killed in recent years, Stephen explains why this crisis demands international attention.   He also shares his personal journey from Nigeria to the United States and how discovering camps filled with displaced Christians compelled him to launch Save Nigeria Group USA — an organization providing humanitarian aid, raising awareness, and advocating for the persecuted church.   Donald and Stephen discuss the role of U.S. policy, the need for stronger action against terrorist sponsors, and how American churches and believers can respond. Stephen also announces the Save Nigeria Rally, happening June 20, 2026, at Lafayette Park across from the White House in Washington, D.C.   If you care about religious freedom, the persecuted church, and standing with our brothers and sisters in Nigeria, this is an episode you won't want to miss.     Watch now and learn how you can help. Visit: SaveNigeriaGroupUSA.org

Une opération de sécurité impliquant l'armée et la police, baptisée « Opération Savannah Shield », est en cours depuis plusieurs mois dans le nord-ouest et la bande centrale du Nigeria. Plusieurs groupes terroristes liés à al-Qaïda au Maghreb islamique et au groupe État islamique, mais aussi des éléments d'Ansaru et de Boko Haram, sont désormais bien enracinés dans toute cette zone. Dans l'État de Niger, ces groupes opèrent au sein de réseaux interconnectés. Des factions islamistes se sont parfois alliées à des gangs criminels profitant de cette couverture locale pour dissimuler leurs mouvements. Ils mènent des attaques dans des zones éloignées avant de se replier vers des cachettes établies au sein des communautés environnantes dans la réserve forestière de Kainji. De notre correspondant dans la région, James est le catéchumène du village d'Ifana. Depuis 202, cette localité de l'État de Niger, au Nigeria, est la cible d'attaques régulières d'un groupe de bandits. La situation s'aggrave en 2025 quand ce gang criminel mène un raid spectaculaire, obligeant James et toute sa communauté à s'enfuir à pied sur près de 30 kilomètres. « Deux hélicoptères blancs survolent la zone, puis ces deux hélicoptères blancs font des allers-retours au-dessus de la zone. Et à un moment donné, ils cessent de survoler la zone », se souvient-il. En contrôlant le ciel, le plan est imparable. Les bandits pillent les habitations du hameau où James réside avec sa famille. Ils s'occupent d'un des sites d'orpaillage proche d'Ifana. Et surtout, ces hommes armés volent de façon méticuleuse le bétail et les stocks de céréales. James confie : « Sincèrement je pensais qu'il s'agissait d'une équipe de secours, sans savoir qu'il s'agissait en fait de bandits. Quand nous avons compris qu'il s'agissait de bandits, nous étions terrorisés, car ils nous avaient encerclés au sol et volaient également au-dessus de nous ; nous avons alors perdu tout espoir de nous en sortir vivants. » Comme Ifana, Kasuwan Daji, situé sur le corridor menant à la forêt de Kainji, est un autre village martyr de l'État de Niger. Ibrahim est l'adjoint de l'imam de cette localité. Le 3 janvier 2026, un raid d'une faction salafiste extrémiste extermine 60 personnes. Les assaillants opèrent sans aucune résistance en face d'eux. Ibrahim est l'un des 15 hommes vivant encore dans les ruines de ce village à moitié détruit : « Ce matin, nous avons fui une nouvelle attaque, tandis que le gouvernement reste silencieux face à la situation sans rien faire. Il faudrait au moins envoyer des agents de sécurité dans le village pour que nous puissions dormir en paix. Les maisons ont été incendiées, nous avons déblayé les lieux pour pouvoir y rester ; cependant, nous avons peur d'être tués par eux, car les maisons encore debout sont ouvertes et n'ont pas de portes. » Après avoir payé une rançon à leurs envahisseurs, les habitants d'Ifana eux ont pu retourner sur leurs terres. Mais ces bandits occupent toujours une partie de cette localité. À lire aussiNigeria: la fermeture de l'école Saint Mary prolongée en raison de l'insécurité dans le nord-ouest [1/3] À lire aussi«Ils rôdent dans les environs»: des ex-otages vulnérables face à l'insécurité dans le nord-ouest du Nigeria [2/3]

Le changement climatique a des effets visibles sur nos paysages. Derrière les chiffres et les rapports scientifiques, ce sont des territoires, des écosystèmes et des vies humaines qui sont bouleversés. C'est le cas notamment de la région du lac Tchad. Situé à la frontière entre le Niger, le Nigeria, le Cameroun et le Tchad, ce bassin hydrographique était l'une des plus grandes réserves d'eau douce du continent. Après avoir rétréci à une vitesse alarmante pendant plusieurs décennies, désormais, sous l'effet du changement climatique : il s'agrandit ! Au gré des pluies, le lac se métamorphose… Cela peut sembler une bonne nouvelle pour les ressources en eau de la région, mais c'est un véritable bouleversement pour les populations qui dépendent de l'agriculture et de la pêche pour leur survie quotidiennement menacée par les attaques de Boko Haram. Un reportage de Carol Valade, envoyé spécial pour RFI. Carol a rendez-vous sur les rives du lac, côté tchadien à Kisra avec Mahamat Mbomi. Mahamat est chauffeur pour le Comité International de la Croix-Rouge. Avec ses économies, il s'est lancé dans l'agriculture, mais tout ne s'est pas passé comme prévu... Avec les éclairages de Florence Sylvestre, directrice de recherches à l'IRD, l'Institut de la recherche pour le développement, professeur associé à l'Université de N'Djamena, qui étudie le climat et les ressources en eau du Sahel.

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Cette attaque du groupe jihadiste Boko Haram qui a visé une base militaire de l'armée tchadienne située à Barka Tolorom, sur la rive du lac Tchad. Le bilan officiel est d'au moins 23 morts et 26 blessés, tandis que les opérations de ratissage sont en cours.

Turkey's efforts to expand its influence in West Africa could be threatened by attacks on Mali's military regime, as Ankara pledges support while its growing security cooperation with Bamako faces new pressure. Ankara has strongly condemned attacks by Tuareg separatists and Al Qaeda-linked jihadists on Mali's military government. The attacks began last weekend, killed the defence minister and handed over control of key territory. Turkey has built ties with Mali over the past two decades, but since Mali's military rulers took power in 2021, that relationship has shifted sharply towards security. “Since 2010, that expansion has been much more rapid,” said Professor Sedat Aybar, director of the Asia Pacific Africa Studies Centre at Bahcesehir University in Istanbul. “It starts on humanitarian grounds and then evolves toward economic cooperation, followed by security and military aid, and capacity building for the Malian military, particularly against terrorist activities in the north.” Russia vows to keep forces in Mali despite warning from separatists to withdraw Security expansion Turkey has signed several security and defence agreements with Mali's military rulers, mainly focused on training and logistics. Defence sales have also increased, including advanced Turkish drones. Turkey's role has grown as Mali sought new security partners after expelling French forces in 2022. Russia remains Mali's main security partner, but Turkey is becoming more important as Bamako seeks to reduce dependence on Moscow. “We did see the late defense minister [Sadio Camara] going to Ankara on several occasions to sign bilateral agreements, but also to acquire drones and other equipment that would support the Malian army,” said Beverly Ochieng, senior analyst at Control Risks, a global risk consultancy. Turkish firms have sold Mali advanced drones, including the Akinci, she said, adding that Russian paramilitary forces in Mali have also acquired equipment through Turkey, “It's also by proxy, because the Russian paramilitaries, they have been acquiring equipment on their own behalf, but also for the Malian army via Turkey,” Ochieng said. Malian official accuses Russian forces of 'betrayal' after Kidal falls to rebels Regional ambitions Turkey's expanding security role in Mali is part of a broader Sahel strategy that also includes Burkina Faso and Niger. “Not just Mali, but the Sahel is very important. Cooperation with Burkina Faso and Niger is very important too,” said Melis Ozdemir, a PhD candidate at Galatasaray University studying Turkish-Malian relations. The military governments in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger, all of which cut defence ties with France, have opened new opportunities for Turkish diplomacy and defence exports. “It's given Turkey a chance to increase its footprint, not just politically or diplomatically, but also it can show its military power, its drones, and its new military vehicles and equipment,” said Ozdemir. “I think Turkey is also testing its own military equipment in these regions.” Direct Turkish military intervention in Mali appears unlikely, Aybar said, but Ankara could still send military advisers if requested. “Nigeria requested Turkish military advisors to enhance Nigeria's capacity to fight Boko Haram, the terrorist organization in Nigeria, so Turkey is engaged in doing this,” said Aybar. “If the Malian government invites Turkey to do a similar thing in Mali, then Turkey will consider sending in experts and advisers to the military in Mali.” Turkey is also offering diplomatic support. “There could be a route through negotiations,” said Ochieng. “Turkey is one of the middle powers that is also trying to look for dynamic ways of resolving conflict. It's not just within the Sahel, but you've seen them try to be involved in the DR Congo, calling for dialogue between the warring parties,” Ochieng said. “Ankara and Istanbul have also become a point where armed groups are able to hold talks and to find mediated ways out of political and security crises."

Vietvaru vēlēšanas Palestīniešu pašpārvaldes teritorijā. Dānijā un arī Slovēnijā neveicas ar valdošās koalīcijas izveidi pēc parlamenta vēlēšanām. Mali hunta piedzīvo plašu un labi koordinētu savu pretinieku ofensīvu. Aktualitātes analizē Austrumeiropas politikas pētījumu centra vecākais pētnieks Armands Astukevičs un Aizsardzības akadēmijas pasniedzējs Jānis Kapustāns. Palestīniešu teritoriju trauksmainā iekšpolitika 25. aprīlī Palestīniešu pašpārvaldes teritorijā notika vietvaru vēlēšanas. Jordānas Rietumkrastā tika ievēlētas pavisam 380 vietējās padomes ar nepilniem 3800 deputātiem. Reālas vēlēšanas gan notika mazāk nekā pusē vietvaru, jo gandrīz 200 iecirkņos bija iesniegts tikai viens saraksts, un saskaņā ar Palestīniešu pašpārvaldes normatīvajiem aktiem šādos gadījumos vēlēšanas nav jārīko – saraksta iesniedzēji ieņem padomes locekļu vietas automātiski. Praktiski visur dominējošais politiskais spēks ir partija „Fatah”, kuras līderis Mahmūds Abāss nu jau vairāk nekā 20 gadus ieņem Palestīnas pašpārvaldes prezidenta amatu. Tomēr īpaša uzmanība notikušo vēlēšanu sakarā pievērsta vienīgajai padomei, kura tika ievēlēta Gazas joslā – Deirelbelehas pilsētā. Tās ir pirmās jebkādas vēlēšanas, kas notikušas Gazā pēc divas desmitgades ilgušas  pauzes, kuras iemesls ir 2006. gadā iestājusies pretstāve starp partiju „Fatah” un kustību „Hamās”, toreizējo Palestīniešu pašpārvaldes likumdevēja vēlēšanu uzvarētāju. Domstarpību centrā ir attieksme pret Izraēlas valsti: kamēr „Fatah” atzīst Izraēlas tiesības uz eksistenci, Hamas turpina bezkompromisa cīņu, lai nodzēstu ebreju valsti no pasaules kartes. Bez tam „Fatah” ir sekulāra palestīniešu nacionālistu partija ar kreisu ievirzi, savukārt „Hamās” – reliģiska islāmistu kustība. Politiskā šķelšanās noveda pie militāra konflikta, kura laikā „Fatah” pārstāvji Gazas joslā tika nogalināti, izraidīti vai bija spiesti bēgt, un Gaza kļuva par „Hamās” citadeli. Ievēlētais palestīniešu likumdošanas orgāns pārstāja funkcionēt, jauns tā arī nav ticis ievēlēts, un ja Jordānas Rietumkrastā pagājušajos divdesmit gados notika vismaz pašvaldību vēlēšanas, tad Gazas sektorā – nekādas. Periodiski notika izlīguma mēģinājumi starp „Fatah” un „Hamās”, 2013. gadā pat tika izveidota nacionālās vienības valdība ar bezpartejisku sastāvu, taču „Hamās” tai tā arī neļāva reāli pārvaldīt Gazas teritoriju. Tagad, kad karā pret Izraēlu islāmistu spēki ir pamatīgi novājināti, acīmredzot bijis iespējams sarīkot pieminētās vēlēšanas Deirelbelehā, kas tiek raksturotas kā pilotprojekts. Priekšnoteikums dalībai bija atzīt Palestīnas Atbrīvošanas organizāciju par vienīgo leģitīmo palestīniešu tautas pārstāvi, un tas liedza kvalificēties „Hamās” kandidātiem. „Fatah” atbalstītais saraksts ieguvis sešas no piecpadsmit vietām, savukārt saraksts, par kuru neoficiāli zināms, ka aiz tā stāv „Hamās”, – divas vietas. Daži novērotāji uzskata, ka tas ir sabiedrības signāls par nevēlēšanos turpināt bezkompromisa cīņu islāmistu vadībā. Tomēr vēlētāju aktivitāte, kas bija nepilni 23%, padara šādu pieņēmumu ne pārāk drošu. Divi Eiropas iekšpolitikas sastrēgumi Dānijas parlamenta vēlēšanas notika 24. martā, taču valdošās koalīcijas izveide nevedas. Nepiepildījās līdzšinējās premjerministres Metes Frederiksenas cerības, ka viņas vadītajiem sociāldemokrātiem vēlēšanas nesīs politiskā kapitāla pieaugumu. Tagad parlamentā izveidojušies divi bloki – labējais jeb „zilais” un kreisais jeb „sarkanais” – un ne vienam, ne otram nepietiek balsu vairākumam. Trešais spēks ir liberālā Mēreno partija, kas ieņēmusi izteikti centrisku pozīciju. Tieši viņu balsis, pievienotas vienam vai otram blokam, matemātiski varētu dot vajadzīgo vairākumu, taču mērenajiem nav pieņemams neviens no abu bloku radikālajiem spārniem. Partijas līderis Larss Loke Rasmusens jau paziņojis, ka darbošanās vienā valdībā ar radikāli kreisajiem ekosociālistiem no Sarkani-zaļās alianses nav domājama, tāpat nekādu entuziasmu liberāļiem neizraisa iespējama sabiedrošanās ar nacionālpopulistiem spektra pretējā galā – Dānijas Tautas partiju un citiem. Tā vietā mērenie vēlētos redzēt plašu centriski orientētu koalīciju, kaut ko līdzīgu pirmsvēlēšanu modelim, kurā bez sociāldemokrātiem un mērenajiem ietilpa arī liberālā partija „Venstre”. Tomēr pēdējās vēlēšanas nebija veiksmīgas nevienai no šīs trijotnes partijām, tāpēc tagad nāksies piepulcināt vēl kādu. Ticamākie kandidāti varētu būt labēji centriskā Konservatīvo partija, tāpat diezgan centriskā Sociālliberālā partija un arī demokrātiskie sociālisti no Zaļo kreiso partijas (nejaukt ar radikālāko Sarkani-zaļo aliansi!). Zaļo kreiso līdere Pia Olsena Dīra jau signalizējusi, ka būtu gatava apspriest sadarbības nosacījumus, taču Rasmusens, kā tiek teikts, izteikti taktiski nogaida. Vēl problemātiskāka ir situācija Slovēnijā, kur arī nu jau vairāk nekā mēnesi nav izdevies izveidot valdības koalīciju. 20. aprīlī lielākās parlamenta frakcijas – liberālās Brīvības kustības – vadītājs un līdzšinējais premjerministrs Roberts Golobs paziņoja, ka viņam nav izdevies izveidot vairākuma koalīciju un viņa partija gatavojas darbam opozīcijā. Tagad stafetes kociņš būtu nododams otrai lielākajai parlamenta frakcijai – Slovēnijas Demokrātiskajai partijai. Savulaik izaugusi no antikomunistiskās neatkarīgo arodbiedrību kustības un bijusi kreisas ievirzes, šī partija tās līdera Janeza Janšas vadībā vēlāk migrējusi nacionālisma, konservatīvisma un labējā populisma virzienā. Lai izveidotu koalīciju, Janšam būtu jāpiedabū pievienoties divas mēreni labējās partijas – aliansi „Jaunā Slovēnija – Kristīgie demokrāti” un Demokrātu partiju –, kā arī izteikti labēji populistisko, no pandēmijas laika antivakcīnistu auditorijas izaugušo partiju „Resni.ca”. Nav viegli iedomāties, ka izteikti proeiropeiski sevi pozicionējošie demokrāti būtu gatavi koalīcijai ar galējiem populistiem eiroskeptiķiem no „Resni.ca” un arī pašu Janšu, no kura partijas viņi reiz atšķēlās, kritizēdami līderi par antagonizējošu un populistisku pieeju. Kā norāda novērotāji, tā vien šķiet, ka Slovēnijas politiskie spēki arvien pamanāmāk samierinās ar domu par ārkārtas vēlēšanām. Draudzība ar Kremli – apšaubāma garantija Pilsoņu karš Rietumāfrikas valstī Mali ilgst kopš 2012. gada, kad savu cīņu pret centrālo valdību uzsāka tuaregu separātisti valsts ziemeļos, Azavādas reģionā. Kā tas mēdz notikt islāma zonas valstīs, etniski motivētajā konfliktā drīz iesaistījās radikālās džihādistu kustības – gan neatkarīgi reģionāli grupējumi kā, piemēram, „Boko Haram”, gan globālo tīklu „Al Qaeda”un Islāma kalifāts atzari. Sākotnēji Mali toreiz vēl demokrātisko valdību cīņā pret iekšējiem ienaidniekiem atbalstīja Francija un arī ANO miera uzturēšanas misija, taču 2020. gadā likumīgais prezidents Ibrahims Keita tika gāzts un pie varas nāca hunta ar ģenerāli Asimi Goitu priekšgalā. Pučisti palūdza frančus aizvākties un uzaicināja sev tīkamāku sabiedroto – krievu algotņus no bēdīgi slavenās Vāgnera grupas. Sabiedrojusies ar līdzīgiem režīmiem kaimiņvalstīs Nigērā un Burkina Faso, Mali izveidoja jaunizceptu Rietumāfrikas diktatūru klasteri – Sāhelas valstu aliansi. Jaunie sabiedrotie ļāva gūt zināmus taktiskus panākumus, taču ne izšķirošu uzvaru pār režīma pretiniekiem. Pēc „vāgneriešu” līdera Prigožina nogalināšanas viņa privāto militāro kompāniju nomainīja Krievijas bruņoto spēku struktūra – Āfrikas korpuss. Tikām režīma pretinieki – tuaregu nacionālisti un radikālie islāmisti – pārtrauca savstarpēju apkarošanu un sāka koordinēt savas operācijas pret valdības spēkiem. Džihādisti valsts dienvidos sāka piekopt jaunu taktiku – transportceļu blokādi, apdraudot pirmkārt jau naftas produktu piegādes lielajām pilsētām. Kopš 25. aprīļa Mali hunta piedzīvo nepieredzēti plašu un labi koordinētu savu pretinieku ofensīvu, kuru īsteno Azavādas Atbrīvošanas fronte un ar kustību „Al Qaeda” saistītais džihādistu grupējums Atbalsta grupa islāmam un musulmaņiem. Galvaspilsētas Bamako apkaimē nemiernieki uzbruka lidostai un Kati militārajai bāzei, kur savu pastāvīgo rezidenci ierīkojis huntas līderis Goita. Džihādistu kaujinieks-pašnāvnieks ar sprāgstvielām piekrautu automašīnu ietriecās aizsardzības ministra ģenerāļa Sadio Kamaras rezidencē, nogalinot viņu un ģimeni. Valdības spēku un krievu Āfrikas korpusa karavīri tika bloķēti Kidalas pilsētā un vienojās par netraucētu aiziešanu, atstājot pilsētu nemierniekiem. Uzbrukumi notika vēl vairākām pilsētām, kurās kopš tā laika turpinās karadarbība. Acīmredzot Kremļa draudzība izrādījusies pārāk vāja huntas stabilitātes garantija. Sagatavoja Eduards Liniņš.

The complex history of slavery within Islamic legal traditions spans from pre-Islamic times through the nineteenth century, revealing how religious law intersected with economic and social systems that perpetuated human bondage across centuries and cultures. This comprehensive examination of Islamic jurisprudence demonstrates how Western abolitionist efforts, while well-intentioned, ultimately failed to address the theological and legal foundations that allowed slavery to persist within Muslim societies, rendering the notion of abolition nothing more than a cruel illusion. Join host Sahar Aziz and Professor Bernard Freamon as they explore the groundbreaking legal history detailed in his book "Possessed by the Right Hand: The Problem of Slavery in Islamic Law and Muslim Cultures."  The contemporary revival of slavery by extremist groups like ISIS and Boko Haram represents a disturbing exploitation of these historical legal precedents, highlighting how ancient justifications for human trafficking and enslavement continue to find expression in modern conflicts. This legal and historical analysis reveals the urgent necessity for Islamic scholars and communities to confront their own juridical traditions and achieve true abolition through internal reform rather than external pressure. Biography:Professor Freamon is Professor of Law Emeritus at Seton Hall Law School and Professor of Law at Roger Williams University School of Law.  Professor Freamon has taught Islamic Jurisprudence at New York University School of Law and brings his unique perspective as an African-American Muslim scholar to examine slavery's persistence within Islamic legal frameworks. Professor Bernard Freamon founded Seton Hall's Center for Social Justice, litigating civil rights cases before the Supreme Court, and representing underrepresented persons in constitutional law matters involving religious minorities, prisoners, and criminal defendants. Through his innovative teaching approach, including courses on slavery and human trafficking based in Zanzibar, Tanzania, and his recent election as co-chairperson of the Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project, Professor Freamon demonstrates how historical scholarship intersects with contemporary justice advocacy to address both past wrongs and present-day human trafficking challenges. Recommended Reading:Bernard Freamon, Possessed by the Right Hand: The Problem of Slavery in Islamic Law and Muslim Cultures (Brill 2019)#Islam #IslamicLaw #Slavery #Abolition #MiddleEast #SouthAsiaSupport the showSupport the Center for Security, Race and Rights by following us and making a donation:Donate: https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/csrr-support/20046.html Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEbUfYcWGZapBNYvCObiCpp3qtxgH_jFy Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rucsrr Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Threads: https://threads.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/rucsrr Follow us on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/rucsrr 

Það hefur verið ófriðlegt í norðurhluta Nígeríu stærstan hluta aldarinnar, meðal annars vegna uppgangs hryðjuverkasamtakanna Boko Haram. Mannrán, morð og önnur ofbeldisverk hafa verið tíð. Eftir að dregið hafði úr ofbeldisverkum blossuðu þau upp aftur í fyrra, og nú er ástandið verra en nokkru sinni. Margir samverkandi þættir skýra ástæðuna, bæði samfélagslegir og efnahagslegir. Hallgrímur Indriðason fer yfir það. Læknar án landamæra eru meðal virtustu mannúðarsamtaka heims. Í rúma hálfa öld hafa starfsmenn þeirra lagt líf sitt að veði til þess að koma þeim allra hjálparlausustu meðal okkar til aðstoðar. Samtökin starfa á mörgum af hættulegustu stöðum í heimi og starfsmenn þeirra hraða sér gjarnan í áttina að hörmungum sem aðrir leggja á sig mikið að flýja. Þessi samtök, sem við heyrum svo oft minnst á í fréttum, eru þekkt fyrir að vera sumpart djarfari en önnur álíka mannúðarsamtök, og veigra sér ekki við því að storka yfirvöldum í þeim löndum sem þau starfa - á meðan önnur samtök starfa þar ekki nema með samþykki yfirvalda. Þessi djarfa nálgun hefur orðið öðrum innblástur og stofnuð hafa verið önnur samtök, með svipaða hugmyndafræði, eins og Blaðamenn án landamæra, Kennarar án landamæra, Lögfræðingar án landamæra og Verkfræðingar án landamæra, svo fáein séu nefnd. En hvernig er að starfa fyrir Lækna án landamæra og hvað er það, sem fær fólk til þess að stofna lífi sínu - síendurtekið - í hættu, til þess að hjálpa öðrum? Oddur Þórðarson ræðir við Íslending sem hefur gert nákvæmlega þetta í heil 10 ár.

More than 50 people were killed during an attack on a Christian area in the city of Jos on Palm Sunday in Nigeria. More attacks occurred during Easter weekend. But not every attack on Nigerian Christians makes international news. Listen this week as Matthew Hanson, who leads The Voice of the Martyrs' work in West and Central Africa, explains how VOM responds to Christian persecution. He'll explain how VOM helps persecuted Christians meet immediate needs like food, clothing, and shelter; then also serves to assist with longer-term needs for emotional and spiritual healing. "We want to see both [physical and spiritual needs being met], because we want to see the church strengthened," Matthew says. Through gatherings where persecuted Christians share their stories and encourage one another, believers are equipped and inspired to continue boldly witnessing for Christ. Matthew shares how he and his team assess persecution in Nigeria and how VOM equips pastors to have a biblical understanding of suffering and persecution. Matthew also tells stories from the field, including that of a woman kidnapped and enslaved by Boko Haram, one of six jihadist groups currently attacking Christians in northern Nigeria. She told Matthew, "Each day, Jesus spoke to me and strengthened my faith, and I did not give up." He'll also tell about a young man who was passionate to study the Quran. As he studied, questions arose in his mind; he began to ask his teachers. But for a Muslim, asking too many questions can make one seem like an unbeliever, an infidel. The young man was threatened by his father but still committed his life to the Lord. He was forced to flee his village. He has sacrificed his home, his family and his safety. Yet he told Matthew, "Jesus is my Savior. I have no regrets." Listen to the story of Malik, a Fulani man who left Islam to follow Christ, and pray this week for persecuted brothers and sisters in Nigeria and throughout West and Central Africa. Pray they will be bold witnesses for Jesus—even to their persecutors. The VOM App for your smartphone or tablet will help you pray daily for persecuted Christians in nations like North Korea, China, Iran, and India, as well as provide free access to e-books, audiobooks, video content, and feature films. Download the VOM App for your iOS or Android device today.

It's Friday, April 17th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian Government Convicts Nearly 400 on Terrorism Charges  A federal high court in Abuja, Nigeria, has convicted 386 people on terrorism charges in one of the largest mass convictions in recent times. Those convicted were linked to Islamic State West Africa Province or to Boko Haram, a deadly terrorist group founded in northern Nigeria, reports International Christian Concern. The convictions come as the Nigerian government faces significant pressure from the United States to curb terrorism within its borders and to more effectively protect vulnerable Christian communities caught up in the violence perpetrated by these Islamist terrorist groups. Reports indicate that the Muslim terrorists convicted received sentences ranging from five years to life in prison. Authorities originally charged 508 individuals. Two were acquitted, eight were discharged, and 112 cases were adjourned. Former Virginia Lt. Gov shot and killed wife & self in murder-suicide A Virginia police chief delivered disturbing news at a press conference yesterday about a murder-suicide, reports NewsNation. DAVIS: “Former Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife inside of their home and then shot and killed himself.” Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis said the husband and wife were found dead at their home in Annandale, Virginia, on Thursday.  Former Lt. Gov. Fairfax was recently served some paperwork associated with an upcoming divorce court proceeding which led to the incident. While they were separated they were still living in the same home. Davis said the couple's two teenage children were at the home when Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, “several times” before running to a different part of the house and turning the gun on himself. The shooting took place shortly after midnight, and police said one son called 911. Both Fairfax and his wife were pronounced dead at the scene. The police chief added, “Tragic for the children to lose both parents. Extra tragic for them to actually be in the home when it occurred.” ABC's Joy Behar: Jesus never claimed to be the Messiah On April 14th, Joy Behar, the self-professed agnostic on ABC's talk show The View, asserted that Jesus never claimed to be the Messiah, reports The Christian Post. BEHAR: “Jesus Himself did not run around saying, ‘I'm the Messiah. I'm the Messiah.'” SARA HAINES: "That's exactly what Jesus said!" BEHAR: "No he did not. Jesus was more modest than that. Jesus was not narcissistic like this guy [Trump]." HAINES: "When you are the Messiah, it's not narcissism to say it!" BEHAR: “Yes it is.” In John 4:25-26, Jesus had a conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well. “The woman said, ‘I know that Messiah' (called Christ) ‘is coming. When He comes, He will explain everything to us.' Then Jesus declared, ‘I, the one speaking to you—I am He.'” In John 16:15-17, Jesus asked His disciples, “‘But what about you? Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus replied, “Blessed are you… for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in Heaven.'” And in Mark 14:61-62, the high priest questioned Jesus and asked Him, “Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?” Jesus replied, “I am. And you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One.” More U.S. young men attend church More young men in America report that they attend church, or other houses of worship, at least monthly, according to a Gallup poll released Thursday, reports The Washington Post. Forty percent of men, ages 18 to 29, attend religious services monthly or more often. That's a seven percentage point increase from 2023, and the highest percentage who have reported doing so since 2013. Pockets of young Americans, especially men, are joining faith communities and driving increased attendance at church and religious gatherings. Although women have historically been more religious than men, male and female attendance at houses of worship, for people under 30, is now statistically tied. Martin Luther refused to recant on April 18, 1521 And finally, 505 years ago, on April 18th, 1521, Martin Luther was called before Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms to recant his teaching which rejected the authority of the Catholic Church and underscored the authority of Scripture. Luther uttered these immortal words that day that launched the Protestant Reformation, depicted here in the 2003 movie entitled “Luther.” Listen. LUTHER: “Unless I am convinced by Scripture and by plain reason, and not by popes and councils, who have so often contradicted themselves, my conscience is captive to the Word of God. To go against conscience is neither right nor safe. I cannot, and I will not, recant. Here I stand. I can do no other. God help me!” Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” You can watch the movie “Luther” for free through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 17th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Orban concedes defeat, Trump threatens a Hormuz blockade, Taiwan's opposition leader meets Xi Jinping in Beijing, Russia and Ukraine agree to an Orthodox Easter ceasefire, Boko Haram kills a Nigerian general and soldiers in attacks,a blaze strikes Mexico's Olmeca refinery for the second time in a month, a judge asserts that the Pentagon violated a press access order, the DNC rejects a resolution targeting AIPAC "dark money," U.S. inflation hits 3.3% in March, xAI sues Colorado to block an AI regulation law, and a study suggests that an ongoing conflict is spurring a rare split in a chimpanzee community. Sources: Verity.News

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It's Monday, March 30th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian archbishop to Trump:  “Give us weapons” to “eradicate” Islamic terrorists Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Abuja, Nigeria called on the Trump administration to provide intelligence and weapons to the Nigerian government to help combat the brutal persecution of the country's Christians at the hands of Islamic terrorists, reports LifeSiteNews.com. During a March 20th press briefing hosted by Aid to the Church in Need as, Archbishop Kaigama praised Trump for being the first world leader to “clearly and unequivocally” declare that Nigerian Christians are being persecuted, reports EWTN. The archbishop emphasized, however, that Trump's remarks and his administration's December bombing in Nigeria have only emboldened Islamist terror groups, such as Boko Haram, to carry out more attacks on Christians. He called on the 47th president to share intelligence with and provide weapons to the Nigerian government to help them put an end to the persecution for good. Kaigama said, “I was glad when I heard Donald Trump say, ‘We are going to go to Nigeria; we are going to put an end to Boko Haram. At Christmas, we received a gift — a bomb that fell on Nigerian soil — and, truth be told, I could not say whether it did any good. “That incident, coupled with Donald Trump's words, has greatly inflamed the passions of the Islamists in that territory. The number of attacks, the number of kidnappings carried out by Boko Haram and other groups, has been rising ever since.” Islamic persecution of Christians in Nigeria tied to sharia law Persecution of Christians in Nigeria began to spike after 1999, when 12 northern states adopted Sharia law. The rise of the terrorist group Boko Haram in 2009 marked a dramatic escalation in the attacks. Famously, the group kidnapped hundreds of schoolgirls in 2014; 87 of them are still listed as “missing.” From 2009 to 2022, over 50,000 Christians were killed in the country. A 2024 report found that more than 8,000 Nigerian Christians were killed and thousands more were abducted in 2023 alone, making it the bloodiest year on record for Islamic attacks against Christians in the country. Sportscaster Stephen Smith calls out hypocritical Democrats Stephen A. Smith, the ESPN sportscaster, speaks the truth when he ventures into the political world. This time, he chastised Democrats for hypocritically complaining about President Donald Trump's willingness to do something about the growing Iranian threat. Listen. SMITH: “You got a lot of nerve to be in the face of the American people saying for numerous administration, ‘Iran is a problem. They have to be dealt with.'  And then this man deals with them, and then all of a sudden, you complaining about him now. It doesn't really make sense. It's a lack of consistency.” BILL CLINTON: “I am formally announcing my intention to cut off all trade and investment with Iran.” GEORGE W. BUSH: “Our second goal is to prevent regimes that sponsored terror from threatening America or our friends and allies.  Iran aggressively pursues these weapons and exports terror while an unelected few repress the Iranian people's hope for freedom.” BARACK OBAMA: “I strongly believe that our national security interest now depends upon preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.” JOE BIDEN: “Well, I can say to you, Iran will never get a nuclear weapon on my watch, as they say.” DONALD TRUMP:  “As President of the United States, I would never allow the world's number one state sponsor of terror to obtain a nuclear weapon. I said that for a long time, and I didn't.” 3,500 U.S. Troops arrive in Middle East as Iran war strikes intensify More than 3,500 U.S. troops, including the U.S.S. Tripoli with about 2,500 Marines, arrived in the Middle East, officials announced Saturday, as strikes in the Iran war intensified, reports CBS News. It's the most updated of the amphibious warships, known as a "big deck," which allows more room for F-35 Stealth Fighter Jets, Ospreys and other aircraft. The ship had previously been based in Japan when the order to deploy to the Middle East came almost two weeks ago. Corey Lewandowski out at Department of Homeland Security Corey Lewandowski, a special government employee who served as a top adviser to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, no longer has a role with the DHS, reports NewsNation.com. Last week, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee called for an investigation, saying that almost immediately after entering the agency, Lewandowski “exercised outsized influence over DHS far beyond what a special government employee is authorized to do.” Lewandowski was the campaign manager for President Trump in 2016. Plus, according to the September 2021 report of conservative media outlet American Greatness, he had an extramarital affair with the married South Dakota governor Kristi Noem, for whom he had long been a political advisor. Exodus 20:14 says, “You shall not commit adultery.” War Secretary Pete Hegseth reforms Chaplain Corps War Secretary Pete Hegseth says his latest reforms will allow the Chaplain Corps to fulfill its mission of being the spiritual backbone of America's military, reports The Western Journal. HEGSETH: “In previous administrations, our Chaplain Corps was infected by political correctness and secular humanism. The core functions of the Chaplain Corps were changed and watered down until they were viewed by many as nothing more than therapists. Faith and virtue were traded for self-help and self-care. “The crucible of combat tests more than the body. It tests conviction, character and spirit. The military's Chaplain Corps serves as spiritual and moral backbone of our nation's armed forces. Chaplains help forge spiritual readiness across the force, and that matters because in combat, in crisis, and in loss, a war fighter needs more than a coping mechanism. “They need truth, ‘big T' truth. They need conviction. They need a shepherd. Spiritual health is equally important to a service member's physical and emotional health.” According to a War Department news release, the number of faith codes used in the service has been winnowed down to 31. In 2017, the Pentagon issued a list of 221 groups that qualified as a religious group. Oddly enough, the list included witches and atheists, according to Stars and Stripes. Hegseth said, “It was impractical and unusable, and many codes were never used at all.” He noted that 82% of service members, who identify as being religious, used six of the codes. The War Secretary added that the chaplains will display their religious insignia on their uniforms instead of their ranks. He said, “A chaplain is first and foremost a chaplain, and an officer second. This change is a visual representation of that fact.” Christian stewardess gave her life for passengers on sinking ship And finally, on March 30th, 1899, the steamship Stella, carrying 147 passengers and 43 crew. struck some rocks in a fog while sailing to Guernsey, the second largest island in the Channel Islands in the English Channel. Mary Rogers, a cheerful, kind, and hard-working stewardess, supervised the escape of a large number of women and relinquished her own life vest to the last of them and gave up her place in the lifeboat. Four lifeboats were successfully launched and one capsized. Raising her hands to Heaven, Mary Rogers yelled, “Lord, have me!” as the ship sank beneath her within eight minutes. John 15:13 says, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.” Or, in this case, absolute strangers. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, March 30th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 Hoover Institution | Stanford University The Hoover History Lab hosted Rural Banditry and Boko Haram: Governance, Security, and International Engagement in Nigeria on Thursday, March 26, 2026. FEATURING Ebenezer Obadare Senior Fellow for Africa Studies | Council on Foreign Relations Ugochi Daniels  Deputy Director for General Operations | International Organization for Migration  Robin Renee Sanders Former US Ambassador to Nigeria 

Sa maraming lugar sa mundo, ang pagiging Kristiyano ay simpleng bahagi lang ng buhay. Pero sa Nigeria, ang pagsusuot ng krus o ang pagpunta sa simbahan tuwing Linggo ay maaaring maglagay sa iyo sa panganib. Halos araw-araw, may mga ulat ng mga simbahan na sinusunog, mga pari na kinikidnap, at mga komunidad na sinisira ng karahasan. Ayon sa Open Doors World Watch List, mas maraming Kristiyano ang pinapatay dahil sa kanilang pananampalataya sa Nigeria kaysa sa kahit anong bansa sa mundo. Sa gitna ng banta mula sa mga grupong tulad ng Boko Haram at iba pang militanteng grupo, tila imposible na mabuhay ang Kristiyanismo sa bansang ito. Pero dito nagiging mas nakakagulat ang kwento. Sa kabila ng persecution, ang Simbahang Katoliko sa Nigeria ay hindi humihina — lalo pa itong lumalago. Punong-puno ang mga simbahan. Dumarami ang mga seminarista. At ang bansa ay nagiging isa sa mga pinakamalaking sentro ng Katolisismo sa buong Africa. Paano nangyayari ito? Sa episode na ito, pag-uusapan natin: ✝️ Bakit napakadelikado maging Kristiyano sa Nigeria ✝️ Ang mga grupong responsable sa maraming pag-atake ✝️ Ang nakakagulat na paglago ng Simbahang Katoliko sa kabila ng persecution ✝️ At ang 3 dahilan kung bakit lalong tumitibay ang pananampalataya ng mga Kristiyano doon Ang kwentong ito ay isang matinding paalala ng sinabi ng sinaunang Kristiyanong manunulat na si Tertullian: "The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church." Kung gusto mong malaman kung paano lumalago ang pananampalataya sa gitna ng panganib, watch until the end.

Photojournalist Bryan Anselm on Climate Change Photography, Storytelling & Changing Minds The 10 Frames Per Second podcast (new episodes every Tuesday) brings together photojournalists who turn complex stories into powerful images. In this episode, host Molly Roberts (Joe Giordano was out for this one) sits down with Bryan Anselm, a New‑York‑based photographer whose work chronicles the long‑term impacts of climate change across the United States. If you're a: Photojournalist looking for inspiration on climate‑related assignments Emerging visual storyteller seeking practical career advice Editor or curator interested in the intersection of documentary and fine‑art photography

Pastoral mobility is crucial for both the sustainable management of rangelands and the economic viability of pastoralism. It is key to livestock productivity, because it enables herds to reach resources that are unevenly dispersed across space and are often short-lived in highly variable environments. Pastoralists specialize in guiding their herds through seasonal grazing of a succession of these resources, taking advantage of the often unpredictable availability of nutrient-rich pasture. In this IYRP mini-episode, Dr. Mark Moritz, an anthropologist who has worked with pastoralists in Africa for several decades, describes the importance of mobility and how this is tied to the importance of access to land and water. These pastoralists' rights are in jeopardy in many parts of the world, including from terrorist groups like Boko Haram in Cameroon. The Art of Range Podcast is supported by the Western Extension Risk Management Education Center and the Idaho Rangeland Resources Commission. Visit the episode page at https://artofrange.com/episodes/iyrp-february-mark-moritz-pastoralist-mobility-land-water-security for links to resources mentioned in this interview. Music by Lewis Roise.

Gregory Copley of Defense & Foreign Affairs discusses the US deployment of one hundred troops to Nigeria to counter ISIS and Boko Haram, arguing stability requires addressing economic disenfranchisement from damming the River Niger rather than treating symptoms with military advisors.1910 BRUSSELS

1917 EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS. MARS1.Liz Peek discusses the market's current drift and the continued dominance of Artificial Intelligence, arguing AI is not a bubble but a rapidly adopted technology transforming productivity, with companies underhiring as they assess impact and investors needing exposure to this dominant sector.2.Liz Peek critiques California Governor Gavin Newsom, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, citing California'sstruggles with homelessness, illegal immigration, and a wealth tax driving residents away, characterizing him as a catastrophe whose record undermines his viability.3.Judy Dempsey and Thaddeus Mart dismiss Poland's reparation demands from Russia as political jostling, criticize Senator Rubio's visit to Hungary for bolstering Viktor Orbán, and note the Wagner Group's reported return to Europe as destabilizing.4.Judy Dempsey and Thaddeus Mart identify a leadership void in Europe, noting weakness in Macron and Starmer, arguing Europe possesses treaty tools for defense but lacks political will, often blaming Donald Trump rather than addressing internal paralysis.5.Mary Kissel praises Secretary Rubio's Munich speech for emphasizing Western defense but notes he was softer on China than expected, arguing Europe only strengthens military commitments when shamed by the US or facing immediate threats.6.Mary Kissel analyzes the massive US naval deployment near Iran as a credible threat to force regime compliance, dismissing Iran's military drills in the Straits of Hormuz as feeble, suggesting the administration will use force if Tehran refuses dismantlement.7.Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies analyzes Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's disingenuous peace efforts, discusses US demands for Iran's total nuclear dismantlement, and highlights strategic confusion regarding the Board of Peace and Hamas supporters' involvement.8.Jonathan Schanzer describes Syria as effectively a Turkish proxy state viewed with danger by the region, discussing President Trump's announcement of five billion dollars from the Board of Peace for Gaza while expressing skepticism about Turkey and Qatar's reconstruction roles.9.Joseph Sternberg of the Wall Street Journal discusses European leaders finally addressing the continent's economic dysfunction compared to the US, noting proposals for a twenty-eighth regime to simplify business laws while politicians like Meloni and Merz face challenges balancing welfare states with growth reforms.10.Joseph Sternberg analyzes Prime Minister Keir Starmer's crash and burn scenario despite a large parliamentary majority, weakened by scandals and party infighting, with survival relying on the lack of compelling alternatives while constant policy reversals leave his government unable to foster growth.11.Alejandro Peña Esclusa details his transition from businessman to Venezuela's first political prisoner as Hugo Chávez, aided by the São Paulo Forum, dismantled democracy, recounting cacerolazo pot-banging protests and how the regime systematically destroyed the economy and persecuted dissenters.12.Alejandro Peña Esclusa discusses the reported capture of Nicolás Maduro, described as a Cuban asset and drug cartel leader, noting Venezuelans are cautiously celebrating with open protests while threats remain from radical groups and international friction regarding the transition.13.Gregory Copley of Defense & Foreign Affairs discusses the US deployment of one hundred troops to Nigeria to counter ISIS and Boko Haram, arguing stability requires addressing economic disenfranchisement from damming the River Niger rather than treating symptoms with military advisors.14.Gregory Copley reports Nigerian President Tinubu advocates for an African credit rating agency to reduce reliance on external assessments from firms like Moody's, reflecting growing desire for statistical independence and better quantification of local economies to attract investment.15.Gregory Copley argues Europe suffers from a leadership vacuum caused by post-WWII dependency on the US and bureaucratic corrosion within the EU, with economic recovery requiring slashing regulations as current welfare models become unsustainable amidst geopolitical threats.16.Gregory Copley notes that despite scandals surrounding Prince Andrew, the Royal Family remains essential glue holding the UK and Commonwealth together, with the King and working royals performing vital diplomatic functions while spares struggle without defined roles.

John Burrough, CEO of Partners International, is a former mission trip leader and played in the NFL—including playing in a Super Bowl. Listen as he shares how taking a mission trip completely changed his outlook and how that experience could impact and change your perspective in every area of life. Partners International began in the early 1940s with a missionary to China, Duncan Roberts, and from there continued to support and grow local leaders advancing the gospel in China. Later, the ministry's work expanded into Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The focus today is on reaching the unreached parts of the world for Christ. John will share how Partners International invests in local ministries and church networks advancing the gospel in the 10/40 window, and how they come alongside locals to help them go further and faster in achieving the mission God has given them. "All missions begins with prayer," John says, and shares how the Lord is mobilizing prayer for the unreached in restricted nations and hostile areas. Listen for the amazing story of a former Boko Haram member in West Africa who came to Christ while spying on a Christian leadership training session. The former terrorist is now advancing the gospel among the people he used to work with. The VOM App for your smartphone or tablet will help you pray daily in 2026 for persecuted Christians in nations like North Korea, Nigeria and Bangladesh, as well as provide free access to e-books, audiobooks, video content and feature films. Download the VOM App for your iOS or Android device today.

Got started with that terrible train crash in Spain and a mall fire in Pakistan. Plus the WEF in Davos, Nigeria battles Boko Haram, India killer elephant, UK approves huge Chinese embassy, Minnesota church arrests, and a Japanese guy sticks an eyeliner pen up rectum; baseball-sized bladder stone grows around it. Music: Bossman Dlow/"Pressure"

1. Michelle Obama and Presidential Politics The discussion begins with Michelle Obama’s comments about not running for President of the United States. She stated that America is “not ready for a woman president,” citing sexism and societal immaturity. Her stance is arrogant and condescending, and she argues that Democrats blame election losses on bigotry rather than policy failures. Historical comparisons are made to how Democrats shifted toward the center after losing multiple elections in the 1980s. 2. Sports Gambling and Corruption The conversation shifts to sports betting, particularly prop bets (bets on specific aspects of a game rather than the outcome). Allegations of corruption in Major League Baseball (MLB) and the NBA are discussed, including: Criminal indictments against players accused of manipulating game elements for profit. Example: Cleveland Guardians pitchers allegedly threw pitches to influence bets, earning hundreds of thousands of dollars. Broader concerns about integrity in sports and the potential need for congressional action are raised. Prop bets create incentives for individual players to cheat because they can control outcomes like pitch speed or fouls. 3. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria The final section addresses religious persecution, focusing on radical Islamic terrorism in Nigeria. Boko Haram is identified as a major perpetrator, responsible for killing over 50,000 Christians since 2009 and destroying thousands of churches and schools. The discussion highlights U.S. legislative efforts to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions on complicit officials. Former President Trump’s tweet acknowledging the crisis and calling for action is quoted. The speakers criticize Tucker Carlson for allegedly downplaying or dismissing the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, linking this stance to broader issues of antisemitism and extremism. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government Shutdown Analysis The recent end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history (43 days). Democrats, particularly Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi, caused harm to Americans for political gain. The economic impacts: delayed flights, unpaid federal workers, halted food stamp benefits, and harm to small businesses. Predicts future political consequences and possible repeat shutdown scenarios. Includes quotes from President Trump during the signing of legislation reopening the government. Healthcare Debate Focuses on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), labeling it as financially disastrous and unaffordable. Advocates for reforms such as health savings accounts and reducing subsidies to insurance companies. Suggests reconciliation as a legislative strategy to bypass Democratic opposition. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria Highlights severe violence against Christians by Boko Haram and other radical Islamic groups. States that over 50,000 Christians have been killed since 2009 and thousands of churches destroyed. Discusses U.S. legislative efforts to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions on complicit officials. Criticizes Tucker Carlson for allegedly downplaying the persecution issue. Domestic Extremism & Campus Violence Violent protests by Antifa at a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley. Mentions previous assassination of Charlie Kirk and ongoing threats against conservative speakers. Raises concerns about university administrators allegedly enabling violence. Discusses DOJ investigations into funding sources for radical groups and legislation to target financial backers of riots. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.