RFI journalists and experts also answer your questions about China and Pakistan’s mediation in the Middle East, Ukrainian presence in Libya, and the creation of a vice-presidential position in Cameroon.
United States: Is the military becoming politicized?
Amidst the war with Iran, US Defense Minister Pete Hegseth has secured the immediate departure of Army Chief of Staff General Randy George. According to CBS, he will be replaced by someone capable of implementing Donald Trump’s vision. What is being criticized about this high-ranking officer? Why are democrats concerned about politicization of the US military?
With Guillaume Naudin, presenter of the “La fabrique du monde” segment on RFI.
War in the Middle East: Why are China and Pakistan mediating?
More than a month after the start of the war in Iran, China and Pakistan have announced a joint initiative to “restore peace and stability in the Gulf and the Middle East region” by presenting a five-point peace plan: immediate cessation of hostilities, opening negotiations “as soon as possible,” securing non-military targets and transportation routes, and respecting the UN charter. Why are these two countries intervening now when they were previously hesitant? What does China gain from proposing mediation?
With Clea Broadhurst, RFI’s permanent correspondent in Beijing.
Libya: A new battleground between Moscow and Kiev?
According to an exclusive RFI investigation, Ukrainian army officers and experts are deployed in western Libya, in agreement with the Tripoli government led by Abdelhamid Dbeibah. What is the extent of this deployment? How can the presence of Ukrainian soldiers in this country, traditionally an ally of Russia, be explained? Has Libya become a proxy battleground between Kiev and Moscow?
With Ulrich Bounat, geopolitical analyst and associate researcher at Euro Creative.
Cameroon: Who will be Paul Biya’s constitutional successor?
Gathered in Congress, the National Assembly and the Senate have approved a constitutional amendment allowing for the creation of a vice presidential position. This individual will be appointed by President Paul Biya and, in case of vacancy, will complete the president’s term in 2032. Previously, in case of resignation or incapacitation of the president, the Senate president provided interim leadership until organizing early elections. How should this constitutional change be interpreted now? Who will fill the position?
With Stéphane Akoa, political analyst for the Paul Ango Ela Foundation.
