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Ethiopia's army chief has publicly accused Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigrayan rebel forces, a claim reported by major outlets including AP, ABC News and The Washington Post. The accusation threatens to further strain Ethiopia's ties with its neighbours and escalates rhetoric around the Tigray conflict, drawing attention across the Horn of Africa and beyond.

Ethiopia has publicly accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting intensifies in the country's north, a charge that deepens regional tensions over the year-long conflict. The claim risks straining relations with two neighbours already at odds with Addis Ababa over a disputed border region and dam negotiations. Observers warn the accusations could further internationalise the war.

Ethiopia has publicly accused Sudan and Eritrea of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting escalates in the country's north. The allegations sharpen tensions in the Tigray conflict and strain relations with two key neighbours, raising concerns about the war drawing in regional powers and further destabilising the Horn of Africa.

Ethiopia has publicly accused Eritrea and Sudan of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting intensifies in the country's north. The allegation marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric, threatening to widen a conflict that has already strained relations with its neighbours and drawn international concern over the humanitarian situation in the Tigray region.

Ethiopia has accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigray forces as fighting intensifies in the region. Sudan's army has denied the allegation, saying it is the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces that maintain ties with Tigray fighters. The accusations deepen tensions between the Nile neighbours at a time when relations are already strained over water and border disputes.

Sudanese authorities have accused the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces of attacking civilian facilities in El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state. The accusation comes as fighting between the Sudanese army and the RSF continues to devastate cities across Sudan, displacing millions and worsening a severe humanitarian crisis. Details on casualties or damage were not immediately available.

Houthi officials say a deadly airstrike hit a market in Yemen, killing civilians, and they are holding the Yemeni government responsible for the attack. The strike reportedly caused multiple casualties at the market site. The accusation adds to rising tensions in the country, where air strikes and their toll on civilians remain a flashpoint, and details of the incident and casualty figures are still emerging.

Oxygen Forensics, a data-extraction firm presented as US-based, has been accused of being secretly run from Russia. According to documents seen by POLITICO, the company worked on EU-backed projects and sold its services to European law enforcement agencies. The US Justice Department last week charged the firm, raising questions about how it gained access to European police and public contracts.

Sudanese authorities have accused the Rapid Support Forces of carrying out drone attacks on civilian sites in El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state. The alleged strikes are the latest escalation in the war between the army and the RSF, which has devastated cities across Sudan and displaced millions since fighting began in April 2023.

Fifa has publicly accused Uefa of running a 'misinformation campaign', according to BBC Sport. The accusation marks an escalation in tensions between football's global governing body and its European confederation, though the specific dispute behind the claim is not detailed in the available reporting. The clash between the two most powerful bodies in world football is drawing attention from fans and political observers alike.

Oxygen Forensics, a data-extraction company presented as U.S.-based, has been accused of being secretly run from Russia. According to documents seen by POLITICO reporter Antoaneta Roussi, the firm has worked on EU-backed projects and sold its services to European law enforcement agencies, raising concerns about how a company with alleged Russian ties gained access to sensitive police work across Europe.

The Guardian reports that the Vietnamese government is accused of abducting human rights activists. The claim, made public through the newspaper's coverage, alleges that authorities in Vietnam have taken activists against their will. The report has drawn attention to the country's treatment of dissidents and human rights defenders.

Ethiopia has publicly accused Egypt and Sudan of supporting an alliance aimed at undermining Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government. The accusation adds to long-running tensions between the three countries, which have clashed over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and border issues. The claim, reported by Euronews, has drawn attention amid rising regional friction in the Horn of Africa and Nile basin.

South Korea has accused Ukraine of breaching a secrecy agreement concerning North Korean soldiers, reportedly those captured or involved in fighting alongside Russia in the war. The complaint points to the disclosure of information Seoul had expected to be kept confidential under the terms of the arrangement. The dispute highlights growing sensitivities between Kyiv and Seoul over how the North Korean troop deployments are handled and communicated publicly.

A live court hearing in the Massachusetts case against Lindsay Clancy, the Duxbury mother accused of killing her three young children in January 2023, is being followed by a large audience. Clancy faces murder charges in connection with the deaths of her two sons and daughter. Coverage by legal-focused outlets is drawing heavy attention to the proceedings, with viewers closely watching testimony and arguments about her mental state.

Donald Trump said the world has turned into a 'casino' after a US soldier was accused of placing bets on the raid targeting Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The remarks link the alleged wagering by an American service member to broader concerns about speculation on military operations. Details of the accusation and any disciplinary action remain limited so far.

Police have accused the in-laws of a New York Times executive in connection with his murder, according to NBC News. The allegation that family members by marriage are suspected in the killing has drawn wide attention, though further details about the victim, the suspects and the circumstances of the death have not yet been made public.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly accused fellow Republicans of amplifying migrant caravan fears, breaking with her party's messaging on immigration. The accusation has drawn attention because Greene is typically a staunch ally of the GOP hard line on border issues, making her criticism of her own party notable and fueling debate among conservatives and commentators.

The Trump administration is facing accusations of contempt of court after allegedly failing to comply with a judicial order requiring it to resume the Diversity Visa, or Green Card, lottery program. The dispute centres on whether officials have defied a court mandate to restart processing under the immigration lottery, intensifying the ongoing legal conflict over the administration's immigration policies.

A New York Times executive has died in a shooting in California, and police have accused the victim's elderly in-laws of murder. The case is drawing attention because of the victim's prominent media role and the unusual accusation against family members in their old age. Authorities have not released full details about the circumstances of the shooting or a possible motive.

Seven Cornell University fraternity members accused of drugging and raping an incapacitated woman, referred to as Jane Doe, at a fraternity house received widely differing sanctions: two were expelled, two suspended, and three given lesser punishments. Commenters are calling the disciplinary outcomes unacceptable given the severity of the allegations and questioning how universities handle sexual assault cases.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has publicly accused the Catholic Church of spreading 'fake news', a striking attack on an institution with deep influence in Brazil. The comments come amid tensions between the president and religious leaders, and are drawing attention to his fraught relationship with mainstream religious and media voices.