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The Malian army has confirmed that simultaneous attacks by gunmen are occurring both inside and outside the capital city of Bamako. According to initial assessments released on Saturday, 25 April 2026, the violence has targeted military positions and critical infrastructure across multiple locations throughout the country.
The scheduled appearance on Saturday marks a significant shift in the relationship between the administration and the press, reversing a pattern of avoidance characterised by public denunciations of the media.
Residential buildings in Dnipro and Chernihiv were among the hardest hit, with reciprocal strikes from Kyiv targeting Russian industrial facilities deep inside the country.
The military junta led by Gen Assimi Goïta confirms defence forces are engaged in repelling the attackers while travel is disrupted
Gunfire was heard near the Modibo Keïta International Airport on Saturday, 25 April 2026, with military helicopters observed patrolling nearby neighbourhoods while the situation remains live and evolving.
Government leverages AI-generated content and memes to influence global narratives, contrasting with internal crackdowns that restrict citizen access to the web
France 24 reports that Western Tigray residents face arbitrary detention and systemic discrimination, contributing to a severe humanitarian emergency in the region.
The Malian army has confirmed that unidentified armed groups launched coordinated attacks on military positions across the nation on Saturday. The assault targeted locations in the capital, Bamako, as well as several towns in the country's interior, with the army reporting that fighting was still ongoing at the time of the initial assessment.
While Donald Trump has voiced hope for a path to peace, displaced families sheltering from months of conflict say the fragile security situation offers little relief.
The Malian army describes the perpetrators as "terrorist" groups, citing sustained heavy weapons fire and helicopter activity near key installations while combat remains active.
US officials are scheduled to depart for Pakistan on Saturday to facilitate negotiations, even though Iran has formally ruled out direct talks with American representatives.
The Human Rights League (LTDH) joins other prominent organisations suspended in recent months as President Kais Saied's consolidation of power continues to draw sharp warnings from rights advocates.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with Pakistani counterparts in Islamabad, coinciding with the scheduled arrival of special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
The Malian military junta reports attacks on key infrastructure on Saturday, underscoring persistent security challenges under General Assimi Goïta's indefinite rule
Speculation mounts regarding the Supreme Leader's condition following the strike that killed his father, as international observers note a stark lack of official visibility
The Central Elections Commission has organised the ballot without direct coordination with Israel or Hamas, facing significant hurdles in importing materials into Gaza while implementing a new electoral system that mandates acceptance of the PLO programme.
Overnight assaults resulted in five deaths and 30 injuries, with significant damage to civilian infrastructure including a church and a post office.
The Irish government has announced a formal diplomatic stance requiring reimbursement for educational facilities demolished during recent unrest in the region.
With 5,131 candidates contesting smaller councils but major cities resorting to acclamation, frustration with the Palestinian Authority and Israeli restrictions undermines faith in the democratic process.
NHK reports that the gradual movement along the fault line continues to evolve in the region known for significant tectonic history
President Zelensky urges immediate international action to strengthen air defences as rescue operations continue in the east
The Central Elections Commission organises the polls across the occupied territories, electing council members for services in the West Bank while holding a symbolic vote in Gaza to reinforce Palestinian Authority authority.
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) Refinery, identified as one of Tehran's most valued customers, alongside approximately 40 shipping firms and vessels operating within Iran's shadow fleet.
The absence of the Brazilian winger compounds squad concerns ahead of the upcoming tournament in North America, with teammate Rodrygo also unavailable.
Shipping body warns of severe disruption to global oil supplies and rising fuel prices following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz
The technology firm admits its internal safety thresholds failed to trigger a mandatory referral to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police despite prior flags for violent activity
International warrant executed following the suspect's flight to Malaysia after the 2018 incident; NHK reports the transfer and the accused's denial of charges
The Los Angeles Lakers have taken control of their series against the Houston Rockets, while the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs have advanced to 2-1 leads despite significant roster absences.
The electoral process remains limited to the Fatah party and excludes those holding Israeli citizenship, occurring alongside military attacks that killed 12 Palestinians on election day.
The Central Elections Commission reports a narrow political field dominated by Fatah and independents, while logistical adjustments and differing security protocols mark the vote in Gaza.
Pakistan serves as the primary mediation venue as regional tensions escalate alongside Israeli strikes in Lebanon and renewed diplomatic friction between Moscow and Washington.
The agreement focuses on the Catatumbo region, aiming to disrupt illicit trade routes while simultaneously advancing energy interconnection projects between the two nations.
The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially confirmed the visit, which coincides with the departure of special envoys from the Trump administration to facilitate dialogue against a backdrop of ongoing violence in Gaza.
Following leaked Pentagon correspondence suggesting punitive measures, European partners emphasise that Nato functions by consensus rather than as a tool for American foreign policy
Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire continue in Pakistan while violence intensifies on the ground
With the conflict entering its 57th day, Washington signals an open window for a deal contingent on verifiable nuclear concessions, while regional tensions persist.
The tech firm suspended the suspect's account in June for violent misuse but determined the usage did not meet the threshold for an imminent threat, a decision now scrutinised by British Columbia Premier David Eby and local officials.
On the 21st anniversary of the disaster, JR West Japan confronts the difficulty of transmitting safety protocols and historical context to a staff largely unfamiliar with the event.
Negotiations between Washington and Tehran are set to proceed in Pakistan, a neutral intermediary, even as Israeli strikes in Gaza result in further Palestinian casualties.
Seizure of electronic devices and documents follows public outcry over the slow tally of the April 12 election, despite a European Union mission finding no evidence of fraud
Gaza's Ministry of Interior condemns the targeting of local security forces as complicity by the international community, while casualty figures since the truce continue to rise.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner fly to Islamabad as Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warns the Strait of Hormuz blockade is expanding globally
White House confirms travel plans while Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs verifies arrival of Tehran's team in the capital
Héctor Bellerin's injury-time equaliser cancels out Vinícius Júnior's early strike, leaving the Catalans eight points clear while raising questions over Kylian Mbappé's fitness ahead of the World Cup.
While the White House expresses optimism regarding a potential deal, Iranian officials have not confirmed participation in new negotiations despite Pakistan's mediation efforts.
A ceremony organised by a charity brought together 300 brides and grooms in Deir el-Balah, highlighting community-led initiatives to assist families in conflict zones.
Diplomatic efforts to restart peace talks between the United States and Iran face a critical juncture in Islamabad, with conflicting initial reports on immediate meetings now resolved by White House confirmation.
Hundreds of thousands remain unable to return to their homes nearly four years after the Tigray People's Liberation Front and the Ethiopian government signed a peace deal.