Russia's Africa Corps Accused of Atrocities in Mali
An AP investigation reveals refugees' accounts of abuses by Russia's Africa Corps in Mali, including rapes and beheadings. Read the full report on the new reign of terror.
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Sahel conflict sends herders fleeing to coastal cities
Deadly violence in the Sahel region is stripping cattle herders of their livelihoods, forcing thousands to migrate to cities like Abidjan. Discover the human impact of this escalating crisis.
Forestry Expert Simon Rietbergen Dies Aged 65
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert behind the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative, who dedicated his life to protecting Africa's forests. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Islamic State claims deadly Mali barracks attack
Islamic State jihadists have claimed responsibility for a brutal attack on a military base in Mali that left dozens dead, marking one of the deadliest assaults on the country's armed forces this year.
Mali expels UN peacekeepers in major diplomatic rupture
Mali's military government orders immediate withdrawal of UN peacekeeping mission, marking dramatic escalation in tensions with West and raising fears of regional instability.
West African states quit ICC, form new confederation
Military regimes in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger announce a strategic 'Confederation' and jointly withdraw from the International Criminal Court, signalling a major geopolitical shift.
Islamists Execute 130 Civilians in Niger Mosque Massacre
Jihadist fighters have slaughtered nearly 130 civilians, including 70 worshippers at prayer, in a horrific attack in Niger's Tillabéri region. The massacre represents one of the deadliest attacks in the country's recent history.
Dozens killed in drone strike on Burkina Faso military base
A major drone strike on a military base in Burkina Faso has resulted in significant casualties, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the nation's ongoing conflict with jihadist insurgents.
ISIS Rebuilds 20,000-Strong Army in Africa
Exclusive intelligence reveals ISIS is regrouping across Africa, with a 20,000-strong army, posing a direct threat to the West. Experts warn of a new wave of terror attacks.
UN Warns of ISIS Resurgence with New Strength in Africa
A chilling UN security report reveals Islamic State is regrouping, with its epicentre now in Africa. Despite leadership losses, the terror group poses a severe and evolving global threat, exploiting local conflicts for growth.
France recalls Mali ambassador amid tensions
France has officially recalled its ambassador from Mali following escalating diplomatic tensions, marking a new low in relations between the two nations.
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