Africa
Islamic State-linked insurgents leave Mali town as army tries to reassert control
The attacks risked triggering a scramble for territory across Mali's vast desert north, raising the prospect of significant gains by armed groups.
Mali's defense minister reported dead in major al-Qaeda-linked assault
Gunmen stage simultaneous attacks in and outside Mali capital, army says
Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs
Somaliland denies trading recognition with Israel for accepting Gazans
Last week, Israel became the first country to recognize the independence of Somaliland, angering international powers who bemoaned the move at the United Nations Security Council.
Scientists warn great white sharks in danger of disappearing from Mediterranean
The Mediterranean white shark population is classified as Critically Endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.
Israel’s Somaliland recognition shows the real purpose of the Abraham Accords - opinion
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland reflects the Abraham Accords’ focus on survival, stability, and strategic cooperation, not sentiment.
China rejects Somaliland recognition, accuses Israel of 'selfish interests'
"No country should encourage or support other countries' internal separatist forces for its own selfish interests," Beijing's foreign ministry spokesperson told reporters.
Israel recognized Somaliland – African nations like Ethiopia, Kenya should be next - opinion
Israel recognized Somaliland after decades of patience and Africa can no longer afford to look away.
When warnings are ignored: Bondi Beach paid the price for tolerated extremism - opinion
Unchecked hatred of Jews set the stage for the Bondi Beach mass shooting.
Somaliland’s democracy deserves recognition, and Israel is right to lead - opinion
In a region of chaos, Somaliland has built a functioning democracy, but it doesn't get the international recognition it deserves.
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland a strategic earthquake - opinion
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland isn’t symbolic; it’s a strategic play reshaping power from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean whilst challenging Islamist influence.
Israel makes high-stakes moral, strategic gamble on Somaliland - opinion
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland breaks a taboo, rewards statehood, and secures strategic gains around the Red Sea crossroads.
US airstrikes against ISIS in Nigeria raise questions over strategy - analysis
US airstrikes hit ISIS camps in Nigeria on Christmas Day in what officials said was a joint operation, raising questions over whether further action will follow.
