UN chopper downed, Ukrainians taken by Somali militants
UN Mission in Somalia faces dual threat: helicopter hijacked and mortar attack on compound leaves one dead.
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French presence in Niger winds down as embassy closes
French officials cite obstructions and a blockade as reasons for the embassy’s closure.
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Maersk halts Red Sea shipping indefinitely after Houthi attack
Shipping giant cites security concerns, reroutes vessels around Africa.
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UN peacekeeping mission in Mali completes its withdrawal
UN peacekeeping mission in Mali is set to withdraw on Sunday, raising concerns about security and stability.
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UN alleges secret deployment of Burundian troops in eastern DRC
Over 1,000 Burundian troops have been covertly fighting alongside Congolese forces against M23 rebels, according to a UN report.
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Senegal bans campaign event for jailed opposition leader Sonko
Senegal bans campaign event for jailed opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, citing security concerns.
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Post-brexit UK eyes Morocco, “gateway to Africa” for trade boom
Morocco seeks post-Brexit trade, security deal with UK, calling itself “gateway to Africa.” Tomatoes, cars and renewable energy on the table.
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Houthi attacks force oil tankers to take longer routes, disrupting shipping
Shippers are facing difficult choices as they balance the risks of traveling through the Red Sea with the costs of longer routes.
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