From Catholic saints to Persian rulers: How are hurricanes named? | Weather News
Cyclone Dana made landfall in Odisha state on India’s eastern coast on Thursday night with maximum sustained winds of about 110km/h (68mph), according to the…
Mali’s military rulers scrap peace deal with separatist rebels | News
Military leaders say Algiers Accord cancelled with ‘immediate effect’ due to signatories not upholding commitments. Mali’s military rulers have announced the cancellation of a 2015…
Chad votes in favour of new constitution backed by military rulers | Military News
Referendum held earlier this month has been approved by 86 percent of voters, say the officials. Chadians have voted in favour of a new constitution…
French forces depart Niger, US declares military rulers conducted coup | Military News
First of some 1,500 French forces leave Niger after being ordered to by Niger’s military that seized power in July. French soldiers have started to…
Burkina Faso’s military rulers say coup attempt foiled, plotters arrested | Military News
Military prosecutor says 4 arrested, 2 on run following reports that a coup attempt was thwarted by security services. A coup attempt against Burkina Faso’s…
Niger’s military rulers order police to expel French ambassador | News
Visas of the envoy and his family are revoked, marking a further downturn in ties and a rise in anti-French sentiment. Niger’s military rulers have…
Niger military rulers order France ambassador to leave the country | Military News
Military government also authorised troops from neighbouring Mali and Burkina Faso to come to its defence, raising the stakes in a standoff with other West…
Niger’s military rulers ask for help from Russian group Wagner | News
The new military government seeks help from Wagner mercenaries against ECOWAS intervention, according to a news report. Niger’s coup generals have asked for help from…
Mali’s military rulers hold constitutional referendum vote | News
The military government promises a return to civilian rule, but opponents argue changes would give excessive power to the president. Malians will vote on Sunday…