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Libya: Russia in denial over its mercenaries in LibyaF

United Nations, United States, Feb 6, 2020  - Russia on Wednesday blocked a UN draft resolution on Libya due to inclusion of the word "mercenary" in the text, diplomats said, casting doubt that a Security Council vote will occur by week's end. "There are a few...

Sahel: France sends 600 more soldiers to MaliF

Paris, Feb 2, 2020 - France said Sunday it was boosting its military presence in the Sahel by adding a further 600 troops to its 4,500-strong operation in Mali and four other countries in the region. Defence Minister Florence Parly said in a statement that the bulk of...

Mauritania: UAE targets Mauritania, sets foothold there with investment commitmentF

Abu Dhabi, Feb 2, 2020 - The United Arab Emirates will pump $2 billion into investment and development projects in Mauritania, state media said Sunday during a visit by the country's new leader renowned for his anti-jihadist stand. "The UAE announced on Sunday the...

Sahel: Village in Burkina Faso’s Sahel region attacked, 18 killedF

Ouagadougou, Feb 3, 2020 - Suspected jihadists have killed 18 civilians in an attack in northern Burkina Faso, the governor of Sahel region said. "The defence and security forces brought back the body of the nurse to give it to her family in Yalgo and secure the area...

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