This is the deadliest known attack since insurgents began operating in Benin at the beginning of the decade.
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South Africa and Ukraine woo each other – as relationships with Trump turn sour
Volodymyr Zelensky ends an historic visit to South Africa to counter Russia’s influence on the continent.
DR Congo and M23 rebels reach ceasefire deal in Qatar talks
Both parties reaffirm their commitment to an “immediate
cessation of hostilities” in latest truce deal.
Anti-Hamas protests on rise in Gaza as group’s iron grip slips
Gazan civilians are losing their fear of Hamas, openly criticising the group on the streets and online.
Zelensky cuts short South Africa visit after Russian attack on Kyiv
At least nine people were killed and dozens injured, including children, in the attack in Ukraine, officials say.
Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania’s great survivor?
Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.
Five cards China holds in a trade war with the US
From rare earths to billions in US debt, here’s what China has in its arsenal – and how strong they are.
Trump hints at softening China tariffs and says no plan to sack Fed boss
His comments come amid a trade war with Beijing, and after his attacks on the US central bank’s boss.
The church Pope Francis kept returning to – and chose as his final resting place
The Pope would visit Santa Maria Maggiore whenever he returned to Rome and chose it as the site of his grave.
Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots
It is not clear how the ban will affect the Brotherhood’s political arm, which is the largest group in parliament.