Iranian Parliament Dismisses U.S. Negotiation Claims as "Fake News"

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  Read more TEHRAN  — On March 23,  2026,  Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf,  the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament,  issued a formal rebuttal to assertions made by U. S.  President Donald Trump concerning "productive" high-level talks between Washington and Tehran.  In a series of public statements,  Ghalibaf characterized the reports as "fake news, " alleging that the claims were a strategic maneuver intended to influence global markets. Disputed Claims of Diplomacy The friction followed a post by President Trump on the social media platform Truth Social,  in which he stated that the U. S.  and Iran had engaged in "very good and productive conversations" over a 48-hour period.  The President further announced a five-day postponement of planned military strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure,  citing these discussions as a sign of a potential "complete and total resolution" of regional hostilities. However,  the Iranian le...

President Mahama Orders Investigation into Chief Justice, Suspends Her Pending Outcome



Accra, Ghana – President Mahama has invoked Article 146(6) of the Constitution to establish a committee tasked with investigating allegations leveled against the Chief Justice. This decision follows the President's determination that a prima facie case exists, necessitating further inquiry.   

Article 146(6) of the Constitution mandates the formation of a committee to probe allegations against a Justice of a Superior Court when a preliminary examination reveals sufficient grounds for investigation.

The committee, charged with a thorough and impartial examination of the petitions, comprises esteemed individuals from diverse sectors, ensuring a broad spectrum of expertise. The members are:

  • Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang – Justice of the Supreme Court   
  • Justice Samuel Kwame Adibu-Asiedu – Justice of the Supreme Court   
  • Daniel Yaw Domelevo – Former Auditor-General
  • Major Flora Bazwaanura Dalugo – Ghana Armed Forces
  • Professor James Sefah Dzisah – Associate Professor, University of Ghana

In adherence to Article 146(10) of the Constitution and upon the counsel of the Council of State, President Mahama has issued a warrant for the immediate suspension of the Chief Justice. This suspension will remain in effect pending the conclusion of the committee's proceedings.

The establishment of this committee underscores the commitment to upholding the integrity of the judiciary and ensuring transparency in the administration of justice. The committee is expected to conduct its investigation with utmost diligence and impartiality.


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