Gunfire rocks Bamako: ‘Too soon to tell’ if junta will fall

Mali’s army said Saturday that it was fighting “terrorist groups” that had attacked army barracks in the capital Bamako and other areas in the African nation. Witnesses reported gunfire in several cities in the military-ruled state and an army statement said: “Terrorist groups, not yet identified, early this morning targeted certain points and barracks in … Read more

Trump attends White House Correspondents’ Dinner for first time as president

President Donald Trump, famous for his clashes with reporters and denunciations of the “fake news” media, will attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Saturday – his first time as president. Every year since its inception, the WHCA has invited the sitting president to its annual celebration of press freedom. Except for Trump, all … Read more

Peru police raid ex-election chief’s home amid widening probe

Police in Peru raided the homes Friday of the now-resigned elections chief and five other officials in an investigation into a ballot shortage and other irregularities in the first round of the presidential election on April 12. Despite denying any wrongdoing, Piero Corvetto resigned as the elections agency chief on Tuesday to take responsibility for … Read more

Mali live: Army says armed ‘terrorist’ groups launch attacks on military positions nationwide

Mali’s army said on Saturday that unidentified armed “terrorist” groups had attacked military positions in the capital and in several towns in the country’s interior, with ongoing fighting. Journalists reported hearing gunfire at the country’s international airport. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates. Source link

Displaced Lebanese remain skeptical despite extended trick

In the coastal city of Sidon, displaced families sheltering from months of conflict express little relief at the extension of a fragile truce between Lebanon and Israel. While Donald Trump voiced optimism about a path toward peace, many civilians – uprooted by fighting involving Hezbollah – say ongoing strikes, uncertainty, and deep mistrust prevent them … Read more