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Militants kidnap at least 20 medical students in Nigeria

Militants kidnap at least 20 medical students in Nigeria

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Demonstrating Russian symbols: Nigeria arrested Polish citizens who hung russian flags during protests

Demonstrating Russian symbols: Nigeria arrested Polish citizens who hung russian flags during protests

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In Libya, amid internal strife, prosecutors intend to arrest unnamed oil minister

In Libya, amid internal strife, prosecutors intend to arrest unnamed oil minister

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Nigeria detains tailors for making Russian flags for protests

Nigeria detains tailors for making Russian flags for protests

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French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media

French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announce social initiative to support victims of online bullying

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announce social initiative to support victims of online bullying

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An explosion linked to Boko Haram kills at least 16 people in Nigeria

An explosion linked to Boko Haram kills at least 16 people in Nigeria

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Turkey ratifies FTA with Ukraine: why it matters

Turkey ratifies FTA with Ukraine: why it matters

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Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in the food security component

Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in the food security component

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Ukraine has exported more than 221,000 tons of grain to 10 countries as part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative

Ukraine has exported more than 221,000 tons of grain to 10 countries as part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative

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In Nigeria, a series of explosions in Borno State killed 18 people and injured 48

In Nigeria, a series of explosions in Borno State killed 18 people and injured 48

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Ukraine will ship sunflower oil to Africa for the first time under the Grain from Ukraine program

Ukraine will ship sunflower oil to Africa for the first time under the Grain from Ukraine program

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In Nigeria, militants robbed a village and kidnapped 160 locals

In Nigeria, militants robbed a village and kidnapped 160 locals

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Prince Harry and wife to visit Nigeria in May to discuss Invictus Games

Prince Harry and wife to visit Nigeria in May to discuss Invictus Games

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GUR attacked a factory assembling Shaheds in Russia: what is known about this production and what does Tinder have to do with it

GUR attacked a factory assembling Shaheds in Russia: what is known about this production and what does Tinder have to do with it

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Multiple world record holder in the marathon Kelvin Kipchoge dies in a car accident

Multiple world record holder in the marathon Kelvin Kipchoge dies in a car accident

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Côte d'Ivoire national team wins the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

Côte d'Ivoire national team wins the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

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Grain From Ukraine: the first ship with humanitarian wheat this year sailed through the Ukrainian corridor - for Nigeria

Grain From Ukraine: the first ship with humanitarian wheat this year sailed through the Ukrainian corridor - for Nigeria

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More than 27,000 foreign students study in Ukraine: how many of them are Russians?

More than 27,000 foreign students study in Ukraine: how many of them are Russians?

There are 27226 foreign students enrolled in Ukrainian universities, most of them from China - 10735 people. The most popular specialty among foreigners is medicine, and most students study at KNUTD.

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Seven are already operating, and three will open soon: Zelensky on opening new embassies in Africa

Seven are already operating, and three will open soon: Zelensky on opening new embassies in Africa

Ukraine is expanding its diplomatic presence in Africa by opening 10 new embassies. Zelenskyy announces the creation of grain hubs and technology exchange with African countries.

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Nigeria pardons 29 children who were to be sentenced to death

Nigeria pardons 29 children who were to be sentenced to death

The Nigerian authorities released 29 minors who faced the death penalty for allegedly participating in the protests. The children were held for more than two months until the president intervened.

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29 children in Nigeria could face death penalty for participating in protests

29 children in Nigeria could face death penalty for participating in protests

In Nigeria, 76 protesters, including 29 minors aged 14-17, are accused of treason. The children face the death penalty and have been detained for 90 days without proper food.

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Gasoline tanker explosion kills more than 90 people in Nigeria

Gasoline tanker explosion kills more than 90 people in Nigeria

In Nigeria, a tanker truck explosion killed at least 95 people and injured 50 others. The tragedy occurred in the city of Majia when the driver tried to avoid another truck.

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russia is deceptively recruiting young african women to a factory for the collection of "shahed" in tatarstan - AР investigation

russia is deceptively recruiting young african women to a factory for the collection of "shahed" in tatarstan - AР investigation

Under the guise of hotel internships, russia lures young women from Africa to a drone factory. The workers are subjected to exploitation, working without proper protection and under constant surveillance.

War •  • 11116 views
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Asylum in the EU in 2024: Germany remains the most popular country, while the number of Ukrainian migrants decreased

Asylum in the EU in 2024: Germany remains the most popular country, while the number of Ukrainian migrants decreased

The European Asylum Agency (EUAA) recently released data on asylum trends in the European Union for the first half of 2024.

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Floods in Niger postpone start of new school year

Floods in Niger postpone start of new school year

Niger's military government postponed the start of the school year to October 28 due to heavy rains and flooding. More than 300 people have died and 800,000 have been affected by the worst floods in 30 years in the region.

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More than 50 humanitarian workers killed or wounded in Ukraine since the beginning of full-scale war - MFA

More than 50 humanitarian workers killed or wounded in Ukraine since the beginning of full-scale war - MFA

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, more than 150 incidents have occurred that have affected humanitarian aid. Despite this, Ukraine continues to help other countries by sending food.

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Another 1,200 cases of monkeypox detected in Africa over the week

Another 1,200 cases of monkeypox detected in Africa over the week

According to the CDC, 1,200 new cases of mpox were reported in the African Union this week. Since the beginning of the year, the total number of infections has reached 18,737, with 541 deaths.

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Militants kidnap at least 20 medical students in Nigeria

Militants kidnap at least 20 medical students in Nigeria

Armed gunmen have kidnapped at least 20 medical students in Benue State, Nigeria. The incident occurred while the students were traveling to a conference in Enugu State, and police are investigating the case.

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Demonstrating Russian symbols: Nigeria arrested Polish citizens who hung russian flags during protests

Demonstrating Russian symbols: Nigeria arrested Polish citizens who hung russian flags during protests

Seven Polish citizens have been detained in Nigeria for displaying Russian flags during anti-government protests. The Polish Foreign Ministry is investigating the circumstances of the incident in cooperation with the Nigerian authorities.

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In Libya, amid internal strife, prosecutors intend to arrest unnamed oil minister

In Libya, amid internal strife, prosecutors intend to arrest unnamed oil minister

In Libya, the attorney general ordered the arrest of the unnamed oil minister for behavior incompatible with his position. Against this backdrop, NOC suspended production at the country's largest field due to force majeure.

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Nigeria detains tailors for making Russian flags for protests

Nigeria detains tailors for making Russian flags for protests

In Nigeria, tailors and their sponsors were detained for making Russian flags for anti-government protests. The authorities regarded the use of a foreign flag at the rallies as treason.

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French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media

French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media

russian LNG supplies to France more than doubled in the first half of this year. French companies imported almost 4.4 bcm of russian LNG, making France the largest importer in the EU.

Economy •  • 22902 views
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announce social initiative to support victims of online bullying

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announce social initiative to support victims of online bullying

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced the creation of 'The Parents Network' programme to support families facing online bullying. The couple plan to highlight the importance of protecting young people online during their visit to Colombia.

UNN Lite •  • 119172 views
An explosion linked to Boko Haram kills at least 16 people in Nigeria

An explosion linked to Boko Haram kills at least 16 people in Nigeria

An explosion occurs in a cafe in Nigeria, killing at least 16 people. Police suspect the involvement of the Boko Haram terrorist group, which has been fighting the government since 2009.

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Turkey ratifies FTA with Ukraine: why it matters

Turkey ratifies FTA with Ukraine: why it matters

Turkey ratified the free trade agreement with Ukraine signed in February 2022. This is expected to increase bilateral trade from $7.3 billion to $10 billion in a short period of time.

Economy •  • 31093 views
Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in the food security component

Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in the food security component

Ukraine hopes for Turkey's active participation in ensuring food security and navigation safety in the Black Sea. The parties also discussed the ratification of the Free Trade Agreement and strengthening economic cooperation.

Economy •  • 23214 views
Ukraine has exported more than 221,000 tons of grain to 10 countries as part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative

Ukraine has exported more than 221,000 tons of grain to 10 countries as part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative

Since the launch of the Grain from Ukraine initiative in the fall of 2022, Ukraine has exported 221. 41 thousand tons of agricultural products to 10 countries in Africa and Asia, ensuring food security for 8 million people.

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In Nigeria, a series of explosions in Borno State killed 18 people and injured 48

In Nigeria, a series of explosions in Borno State killed 18 people and injured 48

A series of bombings at a wedding, a hospital and a funeral in Borno State, Nigeria, killed at least 18 people and injured 48 others.

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Ukraine will ship sunflower oil to Africa for the first time under the Grain from Ukraine program

Ukraine will ship sunflower oil to Africa for the first time under the Grain from Ukraine program

Ukraine sends 2,453. 26 tons of sunflower oil as humanitarian aid to African countries and Palestine for the first time as part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative.

Economy •  • 54418 views
In Nigeria, militants robbed a village and kidnapped 160 locals

In Nigeria, militants robbed a village and kidnapped 160 locals

Militants from the Islamist group Boko Haram attacked a village in Niger State, Nigeria, killing at least 10 people and kidnapping 160 others, mostly women and children.

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Prince Harry and wife to visit Nigeria in May to discuss Invictus Games

Prince Harry and wife to visit Nigeria in May to discuss Invictus Games

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning to visit Nigeria in May to discuss the future of the Invictus Games for wounded veterans.

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GUR attacked a factory assembling Shaheds in Russia: what is known about this production and what does Tinder have to do with it

GUR attacked a factory assembling Shaheds in Russia: what is known about this production and what does Tinder have to do with it

Drones attacked the territory of an enterprise located in the city of Elabuga in Tatarstan. The attacked enterprise was engaged in the production of drones.

War •  • 511152 views
Multiple world record holder in the marathon Kelvin Kipchoge dies in a car accident

Multiple world record holder in the marathon Kelvin Kipchoge dies in a car accident

Kenyan marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach are killed in a car accident in Kenya.

Sports •  • 23176 views
Côte d'Ivoire national team wins the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

Côte d'Ivoire national team wins the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

The Ivory Coast national team defeated Nigeria 2-1 to win its third title at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Sports •  • 25943 views
Grain From Ukraine: the first ship with humanitarian wheat this year sailed through the Ukrainian corridor - for Nigeria

Grain From Ukraine: the first ship with humanitarian wheat this year sailed through the Ukrainian corridor - for Nigeria

This year's first vessel under the Grain From Ukraine initiative with 25,000 tons of Ukrainian wheat for Nigeria sailed through the Ukrainian Black Sea corridor as humanitarian aid.

Economy •  • 33031 views