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17 April

Al-Shabaab Advance in Key Central Somali Town: Sources

The Islamist group Al-Shabaab launched a major dawn raid on a central Somali government-controlled town and military hub on Wednesday, army officials said.

17 April

A Nigerian soldier wipes sweat off his face while participating in a special forces training exercise during Exercise Flintlock 2018 in Agadez, Niger, April 14, 2018. Flintlock is an annual, African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise working with multinational special operations groups. The exercise is designed to strengthen the ability of key partner nations in the region to counter violent extremist organizations, protect their borders, and provide security for their people. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 (SW/AW) Evan Parker/Released)

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Nigeria, Niger Foreign Ministers Meet for Security Talks

The foreign ministers of Nigeria and Niger held talks Wednesday on cross-border security, terrorism and economic cooperation, despite tensions between the two neighbours since the July 2023 coup in Niger.

16 April

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US Approves $825M Stinger Missile Sale to Morocco

The United States on Tuesday announced the approval of an $825 million sale of up to 600 Stinger anti-air missiles and related equipment to Morocco.

16 April

Sudanese security forces stand guard outside the foreign ministry in Khartoum on 28 January 2020

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Nations Urge ‘Immediate’ End to Sudan War, Pledge $900M in New Aid

Britain and European Union countries led international calls for "an immediate and permanent ceasefire" to end the devastating war in Sudan, as nations pledged more than $909 million in fresh humanitarian aid.

15 April

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Attackers Kill Over 50 in Volatile Central Nigerian State

Attackers killed 52 people in Nigeria's Plateau state, a Red Cross source said Monday, in the latest eruption of violence in a region known for intercommunal conflict and deadly land disputes.

15 April

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Germany Pledges $142M for Sudan on Eve of Aid Meet

Germany will provide $142 million in humanitarian aid for Sudan, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Monday, on the eve of an international conference on the situation in the war-torn country.

13 April