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Key Arsenal players miss pre-season due to england’s world cup demands

6Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

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Key Arsenal players miss pre-season due to england’s world cup demands

Why Arsenal’s English internationals will miss pre-season games Arsenal’s preparations for the 2026-2027 Premier League title defense have hit a snag, as four key English players—Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Noni Madueke, and Eberechi Eze—will be unavailable for the club’s opening summer fixtures. Their absence stems from mandatory post-tournament rest following England’s World Cup campaign in North America. Strict recovery protocols disrupt Arsenal’s summer plans Arsenal, fresh from securing their second consecutive Premier League crown, faces an unusual challenge. The club’s pre-season schedule now clashes with the enforced three-week recovery period for players who participated in the World Cup. England’s progression to the quarter-finals has accelerated the timeline, leaving the Gunners...

Morocco condemns flag desecration in France after World Cup match

6Jul

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Morocco condemns flag desecration in France after World Cup match

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in France has filed a formal complaint with French authorities following incidents of flag desecration and verbal attacks against Moroccan supporters in Aubervilliers. These events occurred immediately after the Morocco-Canada World Cup 2026 match. In an official statement released on Monday, the Embassy strongly condemned the actions, describing them as "deeply serious and unacceptable." The statement emphasized that multiple verified accounts and documented evidence confirmed the Moroccan flag was torn down, set on fire, and shredded in public while individuals chanted slogans tied to Algerian origins. By Fati Seyni — Analyst

Mali army claims control over key zones amid jihadist clashes

6Jul

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Mali army claims control over key zones amid jihadist clashes

Malian security forces have declared a decisive shift in momentum, asserting full operational control across multiple conflict zones targeted by both the Front de Libération de l'Azawad (FLA) in the northern regions and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate operating in central and southern Mali. renewed clashes in the northeast highlight military resilience According to an official statement from the Malian Armed Forces (FAMA), intense fighting resumed on Sunday in Anifif, a strategic location situated roughly 110 kilometers south of Kidal. The clashes followed the arrival of additional personnel and armaments dispatched to reinforce the FLA’s positions in the area. The FAMA communiqué emphasized that their units engaged in sustained combat through...

Mali army regains control in key battle zones against armed groups

6Jul

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Mali army regains control in key battle zones against armed groups

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMa) have declared that they have re-established control over all conflict zones targeted by recent offensives from the Azawad Liberation Front in the north and the Support for Islam and Muslims group, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern Mali. In an official statement, the FAMa confirmed that intense fighting persisted on Sunday near Anifif, located in the northeastern region about 110 kilometers south of Kidal, following the arrival of reinforcements for the Azawad Liberation Front. The military communiqué emphasized: "In response to these pressure attempts, Malian Armed Forces units continued the fight with unwavering determination and resilience, sustaining combat operations throughout the day with discipline and courage." The statement reaffirmed...

6Jul

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Mali army regains control in key battle zones against armed groups

Mali’s military asserts dominance in northern and central conflict zones Mali’s armed forces have declared a decisive shift in the ongoing conflict, announcing they have reclaimed control across multiple battlefronts where clashes with armed groups have intensified in recent weeks. The statement follows coordinated attacks attributed to the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA) in the north and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda-affiliated faction, operating in central and southern regions. Northern Mali sees renewed clashes despite reinforcements The military’s announcement highlighted continued engagements in Anifif, a strategic location in northeastern Mali, approximately 110 kilometers south of Kidal. The area has witnessed a surge in ...

Malian troops regain control in clashes with armed groups

6Jul

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Malian troops regain control in clashes with armed groups

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a renewed initiative across combat zones, asserting full control over areas targeted by the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) in the north and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern Mali. Sustained military operations secure key regions In a formal statement, the FAMA confirmed ongoing clashes in Anifif, northeastern Mali, situated roughly 110 kilometers south of Kidal, following the arrival of additional fighters and matériel for the FLA. The army emphasized the resilience of its units, stating: "In response to these pressures, Malian troops continued combat operations with unwavering determination, executing tactical maneuvers throughout the day with precision and discipline." Unwavering co...

Mali army regains control in key conflict zones against armed groups

6Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

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Mali army regains control in key conflict zones against armed groups

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a decisive shift in momentum, asserting full operational control across regions previously targeted by coordinated offensives from the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) in the north and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in central and southern Mali. renewed military action secures strategic positions In a formal statement, the FAMA confirmed that intense combat operations resumed on Sunday near Anifif, a key location situated roughly 110 kilometers south of Kidal. The clashes intensified following the arrival of additional fighters and military resources dispatched to reinforce the Azawad Liberation Front’s position in the area. tactical resilience leads to breakthrough The official announcement highligh...

Mali army regains control in key combat zones against armed groups

6Jul

By Fati SeyniNo Comments

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Mali army regains control in key combat zones against armed groups

The Malian Armed Forces (FAMA) have declared a decisive shift in momentum, asserting full operational control over regions previously targeted by coordinated offensives from the Azawad Liberation Front in northern Mali and the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (JNIM)—an Al-Qaeda affiliate—across central and southern areas. In an official statement, the FAMA reported sustained clashes on Sunday near Anifif, located in the northeast, approximately 110 kilometers south of Kidal. The confrontation followed the arrival of additional personnel and equipment dispatched to reinforce the Azawad Liberation Front’s positions. The military communiqué emphasized the resilience of Malian forces, stating: "Confronted with renewed pressure, our units advanced with unwavering determination, sustainin...

Mali military regains control in key battle zones against armed groups

6Jul

By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments

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Mali military regains control in key battle zones against armed groups

The Malian Armed Forces have declared a decisive shift in the conflict, asserting full operational control over territories previously contested by armed factions in the northern and central regions. This announcement follows a series of intense clashes involving the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA) in the north and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), an Al-Qaeda affiliate, in the center and south. Strategic reinforcements and sustained resistance In a recent official statement, the Malian military detailed renewed fighting in Anifif, located 110 kilometers southeast of Kidal, where reinforcements had reportedly been deployed to bolster MNLA positions. The armed forces emphasized their unwavering commitment, declaring: "Under these renewed pressures...

Mali’s shifting military strategy raises doubts over Russian support

6Jul

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Mali’s shifting military strategy raises doubts over Russian support

Bamako’s military partnership with Moscow, once seen as a game-changer for regaining control over Malian territory, is now under scrutiny. Following the collapse of Wagner’s operations, its successor, the Africa Corps, faces mounting setbacks that force a strategic overhaul. At the same time, reports of escalating violence against civilians cast shadows over both the alliance’s effectiveness and its human cost. Military setbacks push Africa Corps to rethink its approach One year after officially replacing Wagner in Mali, the Africa Corps—directly overseen by Russia’s Defense Ministry—now admits the need to revise its operational tactics. An in-depth analysis reveals a deliberate shift: Russian forces are gradually withdrawing from northern strongholds to focus on securing Bamako, critica...

Benin’s bold leap into high-tech agriculture and fruit exports

6Jul

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Benin’s bold leap into high-tech agriculture and fruit exports

With a strategic vision to elevate its agricultural sector, Bénin is undergoing a transformative overhaul in fruit exportation. Spearheaded by President Romuald Wadagni’s administration, the country is investing heavily in cutting-edge infrastructure to shift from traditional farming to a high-value, technology-driven agro-industry. Two flagship projects—the high-tech vitroplant facility in Glo-Djigbé and the state-of-the-art fruit terminal at Cotonou’s international airport—are at the heart of this agricultural revolution. From subsistence farming to global competitiveness For generations, Bénin’s economy has relied on agriculture, yet the sector has long struggled with inefficiencies: low-quality exports, post-harvest losses, and outdated production methods. The government’s new approac...

Morocco thwarts daech plot with precision raid in agadir region

6Jul

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Morocco thwarts daech plot with precision raid in agadir region

Just before dawn on a quiet Monday in July 2026, the coastal town of Aourir, north of Agadir, was enveloped in an unusual stillness. Residents remained asleep as a heavily armored convoy rolled through its narrow streets, their presence announced only by the faint hum of engines. The mission was clear: intercept and neutralize a radicalized individual who had pledged allegiance to the so-called Islamic State (Daech). Guided by intelligence from the Directorate General for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), the elite Special Forces unit moved with surgical precision. The suspect was apprehended within moments of the raid. Meanwhile, officers from the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ)—a DGST affiliate—conducted an immediate search of the premises. What they uncovered was far mo...