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Israeli drone and airstrikes near kill at least 13 in Lebanon

Three Israeli drone strikes on vehicles just south of Beirut on Saturday killed four people while a series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon killed at least 13, including a man and his 12-year-old daughter, state media and the Health Ministry said

New opposition coalition rallies in Togo

A new coalition of major Togolese opposition parties and civil society groups held their first meeting Saturday, to relaunch protests against constitutional changes they say allow Faure Gnassingbe to consolidate power

Hantavirus: First passengers disembark stricken cruise ship

Spanish nationals were the first to leave the ship, which was anchored off Tenerife. They will be under quarantine when they reach Madrid, Spanish health authorities say

Macron tours East Africa in break with ‘Francafrique’ strategy

President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday embarks on a visit to Africa aimed at renewing France's engagement with the continent after years of strained ties with former French‑speaking colonies

Benin opposition joins ruling coalition

The Cowry Forces for an Emerging Benin (FCBE), which is considered a moderate party, was the only opposition group in the election running against the outgoing majority

Condemnation and support after Niger bans French broadcasters

The National Observatory of Communication, the West African nation's media regulatory authority, said in a statement late Friday that the suspension of France 24, RFI, France Afrique Média, LSI Africa, AFP, TV5 Monde, TF1 Info, Jeune Afrique and Mediap...

Mali: Hundreds rally to show support for beleaguered army leader

Hundreds of supporters of the Malian junta gathered at a stadium in the capital of Bamako on Saturday to reaffirm their support for Mali's transitional authorities

African nations showcase art at Venice Biennale

The presence of African nations at the Venice Art Biennale continues to grow, with four countries making their debut this year: Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Somalia

Surfers in war-torn Gaza find rare moments of joy taking to the waves

Despite the severe shortages and devastation in Gaza, a handful of surfers in Gaza City continue to hold onto the sport they love

Hantavirus: Spain prepares for arrival of stricken cruise ship

Spanish authorities on Friday were preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands, where health officials have said they will perform careful evacuations