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Voice of America 

Report: China’s taste for ‘blood timber’ may be fueling Mozambique conflict

Johannesburg/Maputo —  Africa has long been known for its so-called “blood diamonds,” a term for mineral wealth that fuels violent conflict. In the Southern Africa country of Mozambique, a report finds “blood timber” largely fueled by market demand from China is financing an insurgency in northern Mozambique. But security analysts disagree on how much the militants are profiting from the wood sales.   An Islamic State-linked militant group has been waging an insurgency in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province since 2017... Читать дальше...

Oilprice.com 

China’s Apparent Oil Demand Dips in April for First Yearly Decline Since 2022

Chinese refiners processed lower crude volumes in April due to maintenance, while apparent oil demand in the world’s top importer of the commodity fell for the first time on an annual basis since the end of 2022. Chinese government data showed on Friday that crude processing rates fell by nearly 4% year-over-year to 14.36 million barrels per day (bpd) in April, due to the start of maintenance season at refineries.   Apparent oil demand in China declined by 3% in April compared to the same month last year. Читать дальше...

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Caught Offside 

Mikel Arteta sparks speculation about future amid hints of potential Barcelona return

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sparked speculation about his future after hinting at a possible return to Spain, potentially to manage Barcelona. Arteta, who has a deep connection to Spain from his time at Barcelona’s La Masia academy, expressed his contentment at Arsenal but also mentioned his long-term aspiration to return home. Speaking before Sunday’s […]

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Nation News.com 

Vandals target City church

An official at St Mary’s Anglican Church in The City, says vandals appear to be targeting the church brick-by-brick. Not only did they discover several stones were stolen from their driveway, but verger at the church, Era Peters, said someone also defecated on the property. “From my observation last week Friday, six bricks were taken. […]

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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Indian Army reduces ammunition imports, boosts indigenous production under 'Make in India' policy

The Indian Army has significantly reduced its dependency on imported ammunition thanks to the 'Make in India' policy. By leveraging private sector capabilities and public sector firms, the Army aims to cease most ammunition imports within a few years. This shift not only cuts import costs but also enhances export potential. Key industry players, including Munitions India Limited and Solar Industries Limited, play crucial roles in this transition, ensuring readiness for emergencies.