Guinea-Bissau coup “doesn’t come as a surprise”

General Horta N'Tam has been sworn in as the transitional leader of Guinea-Bissau following a military coup that resulted in the ousting of President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the army headquarters just a day after the military declared total control of the country, which included the detention of the president and the suspension of the electoral process.

A catastrophic fire erupted in a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, resulting in a death toll that has risen to 65, with hundreds still reported missing. Emergency services are engaged in ongoing rescue operations to reach victims trapped in upper apartments as the situation remains critical.

Egypt's parliamentary elections are being criticized as a managed process that guarantees a singular outcome, effectively extending President el-Sisi's hold on power. The elections, rather than reflecting a democratic choice, appear to be orchestrated to maintain the current regime's authority.

In the year following the Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire, nearly 10,000 Israeli violations have been documented in Lebanon, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region. Recently, an Israeli airstrike in Beirut resulted in the death of a senior Hezbollah commander, marking a significant escalation in hostilities that contradicts the ceasefire's intent.

Isack Hadjar has made history by becoming the first Arab driver to compete in Formula 1, as reported by Samantha Johnson for Al Jazeera. This milestone marks a significant moment in the sport, showcasing the increasing diversity within the racing community.

A year after the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, tensions in Lebanon have escalated following an Israeli airstrike in Beirut that killed a senior Hezbollah commander, Haytham Ali Tabatabai. This incident marks the first significant military action in months and raises concerns about the stability of the ceasefire agreement.

Four journalists, including photographer Yasin Akgul, were acquitted in Istanbul after facing trial for their coverage of protests. The court's decision marks a significant moment for press freedom in Turkey, where media professionals often face legal challenges. Akgul expressed his commitment to continue reporting following the verdict.

General Horta N'Tam was sworn in as the transitional president of Guinea-Bissau following a military coup that resulted in the deposition of President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. This transition occurred just one day after the military announced total control of the country amid escalating political tensions and instability.