Israeli troops have moved closer to Gaza City, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The Israeli military has been conducting operations in the northern and eastern parts of Gaza, with reports indicating that forces are now within range of the city’s suburbs. This development has raised concerns among international observers, who warn of the potential for further escalation and humanitarian crises. The situation has drawn condemnation from various global actors, including the United Nations and several European nations, who have called for a ceasefire and a political resolution to the conflict.
Meanwhile, a coalition of African nations is pushing for a new world map that would better reflect the geopolitical influence of the continent. This initiative comes as African countries continue to assert their growing economic and political power on the global stage. The proposed map would include new landmasses, borders, and regions that are believed to represent the true extent of African territories, as well as to challenge the traditional Western-centric mapping of the world. Advocates argue that this change would help to correct historical inaccuracies and promote a more equitable global representation of African nations’ interests.