By| Antonio Dey | HGP Nightly News|
Trinidad & Tobago: Health Ministry Urges Calm After Yellow Fever Case in Monkey
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD — Health authorities in Trinidad and Tobago are reassuring the public that there is no cause for alarm following the confirmation of Yellow Fever in a deceased Red Howler monkey. The case was confirmed via laboratory testing on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
- No Human Cases: The Ministry of Health emphasized that there are currently no reported human cases.
- Early Warning System: Non-human primates, such as the Red Howler monkey, are considered “sentinel species” that serve as early indicators of the virus’s presence in the environment.
- Containment Efforts: Surveillance and vector control measures have been intensified in the affected areas. The Ministry is urging citizens to eliminate mosquito breeding sites and ensure their vaccinations are up to date, particularly for those who frequent forested areas, such as farmers and hunters.
Ghana: Global Support Grows for Landmark UN Slavery Resolution
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ghana’s advocacy for reparatory justice has gained a major boost. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that the U.S. Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has pledged 100% support for a proposed UN resolution to declare the transatlantic slave trade the “gravest crime against humanity.”
- Historical Milestone: The endorsement followed high-level meetings in Washington as part of the initiative championed by President John Dramani Mahama.
- UN Vote: The UN General Assembly is expected to vote on this resolution this week. While the resolution is not legally binding, advocates see it as a critical step toward formal global recognition and future discussions on reparations.
- The Goal: The resolution unequivocally condemns the centuries-long trade in looted cultural artifacts and calls for the restitution of those artifacts to their countries of origin.
International: Mixed Signals and Missiles in the Middle East
THE PERSIAN GULF — The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran remains in a volatile state of “mixed signals,” with conflicting reports regarding a potential ceasefire.
- The 15-Point Plan: Reports indicate the U.S. transmitted a 15-point peace proposal to Tehran via Pakistan. While President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that the administration is “talking to the right people” and that Iran wants a deal, Tehran has publicly scoffed at the claims.
- Iranian Rejection: A spokesperson for Iran’s military command mocked the “self-proclaimed global superpower,” stating they would “never come to terms” with the U.S. under current conditions. Iran has instead proposed its own 5-point counter-plan, demanding war reparations and full sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
- Ongoing Violence:
- Israel/Lebanon: Israeli strikes reportedly killed at least six people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday as the IDF continues its campaign against Hezbollah.
- Missile Exchange: Iran has launched multiple rounds of missiles at Israel, while the IDF confirmed “extensive” waves of strikes targeting Iranian infrastructure, including an underwater research facility in Isfahan.
- Regional Impact: Iranian drones have reportedly targeted oil-rich provinces in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, while the Strait of Hormuz remains largely choked, with only one tanker confirmed to have passed through recently despite Iran’s claims that “non-hostile vessels” are permitted.
