Bookmark AP Top NewsGeneral NewsMyanmarNigerUnited NationsVenezuelaWorld News The UN Credentials Committee: The Silent Arbitrator of International Legitimacy by Madison Thomas September 22, 2023 September 22, 2023 This in-depth article examines the UN Credentials Committee, a lesser-known but influential body that determines who can represent nations at the UN General Assembly. The report delves into its opaque …
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Bookmark AfricaCentral African RepublicGeneral NewsMaliNigerRussiaRussia governmentWagner GroupWorld NewsYevgeny Prigozhin Uncertain Future for Russia’s Wagner Group Following Presumed Death of Leader in Plane Crash by Ryan Lee August 26, 2023 August 26, 2023 Uncertainty looms as Wagner Group faces leadership void after leader’s presumed death, impacting Russia’s global influence.
Bookmark Coups d'etatGeneral NewsNigerWorld News Limited Outcome in Talks Between Regional Bloc and Niger’s Junta, Insider Reveals to AP by Ethan Kim August 20, 2023 August 20, 2023 Stalled Talks: Niger’s junta and regional bloc’s dialogue yield little progress; concerns over France’s role and military intervention linger.
Bookmark Coups d'etatGeneral NewsIslamMohamed BazoumNigerWorld News Niger’s coup leaders say they will prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazoum for ‘high treason’ by Sophia Chen August 14, 2023 August 14, 2023 Niger’s rebellious soldiers plan to prosecute ousted President Bazoum for high treason, amid escalating regional tensions and mixed signals on talks.
Bookmark AfricaCoups d'etatDiplomacyGeneral NewsIslamMohamed BazoumNiameyNigerNigeria governmentUnited NationsVictoria NulandWorld News Niger’s neighbors and the UN seek to deescalate tensions with last-minute diplomacy by Michael Nguyen August 8, 2023 August 8, 2023 Uncertainty surrounds Niger as neighbors and the UN strive for diplomacy amid military threats following a coup.
Bookmark AfricaCoups d'etatGeneral NewsMohamed BazoumNigerNigeria governmentUnited States governmentVictoria NulandWorld News Coup Leaders in Niger Reject US Diplomat’s Request to Meet Nation’s President by Ethan Kim August 7, 2023 August 7, 2023 Coup leaders in Niger reject US diplomat’s plea to meet president under ‘virtual house arrest’; concerns mount over counterterrorism efforts.
Bookmark Coups d'etatDisaster planning and responseGeneral NewsMali governmentMohamed BazoumNigerNigeria governmentWorld News Niger’s junta shuts airspace and accuses neighboring nations of plan to invade as deadline passes by Ethan Kim August 7, 2023 August 7, 2023
Bookmark Algeria governmentCoups d'etatGeneral NewsMohamed BazoumNigerNigeria governmentWorld News A deadline arrives for Niger’s junta to reinstate the president. Citizens cheer and fear what’s next by Lucas Garcia August 6, 2023 August 6, 2023 Niger’s deadline to reinstate ousted President Bazoum arrived; ECOWAS faces calls for peaceful resolution. Military junta garners support and defiance.
Bookmark Coups d'etatGeneral NewsMohamed BazoumNigerNigeriaNigeria governmentWorld News Deadline Looms for Niger’s Junta as Residents Brace for Uncertain Future by Andrew Wright August 6, 2023 August 6, 2023 Niger’s junta faces deadline to reinstate president as regional bloc weighs peaceful options. Uncertain future grips residents.