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Senegal proposes tougher anti-LGBTQ law
Those found guilty of engaging in “acts against nature” will face up to ten years in prison and a maximum fine of $17,953, the country’s PM has said
Feb 25, 2026 13:37
The US is back in this strategic region to counter Russia and China – but at what cost? Opinion
History reveals that US engagement in Latin America, Africa, and Asia often leverages economic incentives alongside political influence
Feb 25, 2026 12:54
Russia helping to overhaul Sahel state’s defense – foreign minister Exclusive
Strategic cooperation has strengthened Burkina Faso’s military, with 74% of land recovered from militants, Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore has said
Feb 18, 2026 10:16
Neighbors agree to restart trans-Saharan gas pipeline
Construction on the stalled project will resume after Ramadan, Algeria’s president has said during talks with Niger’s military leader
Feb 18, 2026 09:52
Moscow and Sahel country boosting strategic partnerships
Russia and Burkina Faso have discussed information security, as well as future military, economic, and academic cooperation
Feb 12, 2026 14:24
France plotting coups in former African colonies – Lavrov
Paris is aiming to “divide and conquer” to overthrow nationalist leaders in the Sahara-Sahel region, according to Russia’s top diplomat
Feb 12, 2026 00:01

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