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Why is Zelensky accusing European allies of 'blackmail' amid a row over Russian oil and a vital loan?

Volodymyr Zelensky has accused EU allies of blackmail over the Druzhba pipeline, which transports Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Zelensky says reopening it would be like lifting sanctions on Moscow - while Hungary blocks EU sanctions until it reopens.

A Tamale anti-drug operation nets a dozen suspects, but what shocking discovery did police make nearby?

Police in Tamale arrested 12 individuals on March 14 during an anti-drug operation, seizing tramadol and suspected cannabis. The operation occurred in various parts of Tamale. Separately, a newborn baby was rescued after being abandoned near the Police Barracks.

A Ghanaian soldier serving with the UN in Lebanon is recovering from a missile attack - but what does this mean for.

A Ghanaian peacekeeper, Lance Corporal Albert Abrefa Busia, serving with UNIFIL in Lebanon, was injured in a missile attack. The UN reports that Busia is recovering after undergoing surgery following the incident on March 6. The UN has called for peacekeepers to be protected.

With tensions rising, will the Strait of Hormuz become a global flashpoint?

Trump wants allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions. This comes as Iran threatens retaliation for US airstrikes, escalating conflict in the Middle East. The situation raises concerns about global oil supply disruptions.

Why did the US Embassy in Baghdad urge citizens to leave Iraq immediately following a missile attack?

A missile struck a helipad inside the US Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone. The US Embassy urged citizens in Iraq to leave due to threats from Iran-aligned groups. This is the second attack on the embassy since the start of the war.

Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix races suddenly called off, and what does it mean for F1's future?

Formula 1 has cancelled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races scheduled for April due to the ongoing war in Iran. The decision impacts the FIA Formula 2, FIA Formula 3 and F1 Academy rounds. F1 hopes for a swift return to stability in the region.

Why is Hamas, a key ally, now asking Iran to stop attacking Gulf states?

Hamas has made a rare appeal to Iran, urging them to halt attacks on Gulf states. The call comes amidst rising regional tensions, with Iran's strikes killing at least 18 across the UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Facing corruption allegations in Ghana, will Ofori-Atta's bid for US residency succeed?

Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana's former Finance Minister, is seeking US residency amid extradition requests. His lawyer cites concerns about fair trial in Ghana, alleging a "political witch hunt" related to corruption charges involving the GH¢1.4 billion SML contract.

A Ghanaian journalist is heading to the University of Chicago - but what complex investigations await him?

JoyNews' Kwetey Nartey was selected for the 2026 Stigler Center Journalism Fellowship at the University of Chicago. He is among seven journalists chosen worldwide for this program. Nartey will enhance skills in investigating financial crimes.

Why are Issa chiefs alleging unlawful diversion of a GES office project, and what tensions are brewing in the DBI.

Issa chiefs are demanding the reversal of a decision to relocate a GES office construction to Daffiama. They accuse the Regional Minister and MP of unlawfully diverting the project. The community cites revenue inequities and threatens peaceful coexistence.

A Ghanaian man's guilty plea in the US reveals the dark side of online romance - how far-reaching was this fraud?

Derrick Van Yeboah, a Ghanaian national, admitted guilt in a US court for his role in romance scams, defrauding victims of over $10 million. The scams, part of a larger international scheme, targeted vulnerable individuals. Yeboah faces sentencing in 2026.