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Do Donald Trump’s strikes in Nigeria serve any purpose?
The US president says air strikes are against ISIL, claiming the group targets Christians.
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Israel’s recognition of Somaliland slammed across world capitals
Regional blocs join nations in condemning Israel's move to formally recognise breakaway Somali region as independent.
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Taiwan rocked by magnitude 7.0 quake but no major damage reported
The weather administration said damage from the quake should be limited because it was deep and hit offshore.
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What’s happening in Myanmar’s civil war as military holds elections?
Myanmar's military seeks to entrench rule as it begins to claw back territory and China presses for stability.
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Mane rescues Senegal in draw with DR Congo, as Benin find first AFCON win
Former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane scores the equaliser as Senegal avoid DR Congo upset, while Benin beat Botswana.
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US air strikes won’t fix Nigeria’s security crisis but could make it worse
An attack on local armed groups does not address the root cause of violence; it could, however, drive polarisation.
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Saudi coalition will counter Yemen separatists undermining de-escalation
Saudi defence minister urges Yemen's STC to withdraw "peacefully" from seized provinces, Hadramout and al-Mahra.
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LIVE: Nigeria vs Tunisia – AFCON 2025
Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, before our text commentary stream of the Africa Cup of Nations tie.
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At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala as bus plunges into ravine
The bus, which was travelling between Guatemala City and San Marcos, crashed for unknown reasons, authorities say.
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Investigation after jet carrying Libyan officers crashes in Turkiye
Authorities are examining a wide range of data, including flight recordings and airpot CCTV footage, officials say.