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Myanmar Junta Party Leads in Contentious Election

Myanmar's military-backed USDP takes early lead in the first election since the 2021 coup, with a reported 52% turnout criticised as low. Explore the results and international reaction.

House Arrest for 10 Brazil Coup Plot Convicts

A Brazilian Supreme Court judge has placed 10 individuals convicted in the 2022 election coup plot under house arrest. The move follows the extradition of a fugitive former police commander from Paraguay.

Bolsonaro has double hernia surgery while imprisoned

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro undergoes a four-hour double hernia operation in Brasília. The imprisoned ex-leader was granted temporary release from his 27-year sentence for the procedure.

Myanmar's Junta Holds Widely Condemned Election

Myanmar's military junta begins a heavily restricted national election, denounced as a sham by critics and global bodies. Voting starts 28 Dec amid civil war and repression.

Myanmar's Suu Kyi 'could be dead', son fears

The son of jailed Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi fears she 'could be dead already' after a two-year information blackout. Read his urgent campaign for her release.

Military Coup in Benin as Officer Seizes Power

Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri has seized national TV and declared a coup in Benin, suspending the constitution and closing all borders. Follow the latest breaking news.

West African Bloc Holds Talks with Guinea-Bissau Coup Leaders

An ECOWAS delegation has arrived in Guinea-Bissau for crisis talks with military leaders who seized power last week. The mission seeks a return to constitutional order after a contested election. Read the latest on the unfolding political crisis.

African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau after coup

The African Union has suspended Guinea-Bissau following a military coup, reinforcing its zero-tolerance stance on unconstitutional government changes. Discover the latest developments.

Bolsonaro admits trying to break ankle monitor

Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro confesses to attempting to break his ankle monitor, leading to his incarceration. A court unanimously ruled to uphold his arrest. Read the full details.

Bolsonaro admits trying to break ankle monitor

Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro confesses to tampering with his ankle monitor, leading to his incarceration. A court rules he must remain under arrest. Read the full story.

Brazil's Bolsonaro arrested before prison sentence

Brazil's federal police have arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro preemptively, days before his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt was due to begin. Discover the full story.

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