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 president position in Cameroon.
United States: Towards politicization of the army?
Amidst the war against Iran, US Defense Secretary 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 accused of this high-ranking official? Why do Democrats fear politicization of the US army?
With Guillaume Naudin, host of the “La fabrique du monde” segment on RFI.
War in the Middle East: Why are China and Pakistan positioning themselves as mediators?
Over a month after the start of the war in Iran, China and Pakistan announced a joint initiative to “restore peace and stability in the Gulf and the Middle East region” by presenting a five-point peace plan. Why are these two countries deciding to intervene now when they were previously hesitant? What does China gain by offering its 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 officers and experts from the Ukrainian army are deployed in western Libya, in agreement with the government of Tripoli led by Abdelhamid Dbeibah. How widespread is this deployment? How to explain the presence of Ukrainian soldiers in this country, despite being allies of Russia? 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 the constitutional successor to Paul Biya?
Gathered in Congress, the National Assembly and the Senate have adopted a constitutional amendment allowing for the creation of the position of vice president of the Republic. This position will be appointed by President Paul Biya and, in the event of vacancy in power, will complete the presidential term in 2032. How should this constitutional change be interpreted now? Who will occupy the position?
With Stéphane Akoa, political analyst for the Paul Ango Ela Foundation.
