Zelensky: Ukraine is not losing the war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told AFP on Friday that his country is not losing its war against Russia, has taken hundreds of square kilometres in a new counteroffensive.

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Tariffs ruling plunges Trump into political and economic chaos

After Trump told supporters ‘tariffs’ was his "favorite word in the whole dictionary," US Supreme Court said what he had done was illegal, plunging his presidency into economic and political crisis.

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Inside Ethiopia's single-use plastic ban

Ethiopia has begun enforcing a ban on the production, sale and use of single-use plastic bags, after a six-month transition period under the country's solid waste management and disposal proclamation.

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What's next after US Supreme Court tariff ruling?

Hours after the court decision, Trump vowed to impose a new 10-percent tariff on imports under an alternative authority.

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X files? Trump says he's ordering release of data on UFOs and aliens

For his own beliefs about aliens, Trump, 79, said, "I don't know if they are real or not."

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UN says it risks halting Somalia aid due to funding cuts

The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) warned Friday it would have to stop humanitarian assistance in Somalia by April if it did not receive new funding.

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DR Congo, M23 fighters trade accusations over ceasefire

The armed group launched a new offensive in December on the town of Uvira, in the midst of the ratification of an agreement between the DRC and Rwanda under US mediation.

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Ex-Philippine leader Duterte faces pre-trial ICC hearing

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte faces a pre-trial hearing at the ICC from Monday over crimes against humanity allegedly committed as part of a brutal crackdown on drugs.

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UK monarchy reels from Andrew's stunning arrest

Officers swooped early Thursday on his home in Sandringham, eastern England, taking him into custody at a nearby police station while also raiding his former Windsor home.

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South Sudan's new cybersecurity law alarms journalists

Publishing false information "with the intention of defaming, threatening, insulting, deceiving, or misleading" is now punishable by up to five years in prison.

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UK police search property as royals reel from Andrew's arrest

"It's a hugely significant moment for the British monarchy," royal expert Ed Owens told AFP.

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All World Cup matches sold out, says FIFA's Infantino

All 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup will be "sold out," FIFA president Gianni Infantino says, even though tickets are still available ahead of the June 11 kickoff.

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Sevilla coach Almeyda banned for seven games after clash with referee

Sevilla coach Matias Almeyda has been banned for seven matches after his red card last weekend during a La Liga draw with Alaves.

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Somali militias terrorise locals after driving out Al-Qaeda

"We can't even breathe because of the fear of the militias," said Hersi, who regularly drives goods lorries from Bosaso port in the far north of Somalia to Hiiraan province.

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UN: Israeli actions in West Bank, Gaza raise 'ethnic cleansing' fears

"This, together with forcible transfers, which appear to aim at a permanent displacement, raise concerns over ethnic cleansing in Gaza and the West Bank."

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Zuckerberg questioned over underage users at social media trial

The trial marked the first time the multibillionaire addressed the safety of his world-dominating platforms directly before a jury and under oath.

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Arteta urges Arsenal to 'stand up' after title bid rocked by Wolves draw

Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal deserve criticism for the self-inflicted wounds that threaten to ruin their Premier League title bid after the leaders blew a two-goal lead

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Bodo-Glimt stun Inter, Gordon hits four in Newcastle Champions League romp

Norway's Bodo/Glimt stunned Inter Milan in the Champions League, beating last season's runners-up 3-1 in the first leg of their knockout phase play-off tie

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UN Sudan probe finds 'hallmarks of genocide' in El-Fasher

The United Nations independent fact-finding mission on Sudan said Thursday it had concluded that the paramilitary siege and capture of El-Fasher bore "the hallmarks of genocide".

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UK police arrest ex-prince Andrew

UK police arrest former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct, over alleged sharing of information with Jeffrey Epstein while he was Trade envoy.

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Ex-South Korea President sentenced to life in prison for insurrection

Ex-South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of engineering an insurrection; he imposed martial law in December 2024.

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Iran, Russia to conduct joint drills in Oman Sea

On Monday, the Revolutionary Guards, the ideological arm of Iran's military, also launched exercises in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a challenge to US naval forces deployed in the region.

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Facebook, TikTok inaccessible as Gabon shuts down social media

Facebook and TikTok were no longer available in Gabon on Wednesday, AFP journalists confirmed, hours after the media regulator announced.

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Igor Tudor has 'no time for excuses' at Tottenham

Tottenham's new interim manager Igor Tudor says the club's perilous position in the Premier League is unacceptable as he aims to ward off a relegation battle.

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Barcelona's Raphinha blasts La Liga refereeing double standards

Barcelona winger Raphinha lashed out at perceived refereeing double standards in La Liga on Tuesday after his side fell to a 2-1 defeat at Girona.

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Arteta welcomes Madueke and Saka's competition for places

Arteta believes Arsenal and England "get the benefit" from the friendly rivalry between Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke as the duo battle to start for both club and country.

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Pereira 'trusts' Forest owner Marinakis despite three sackings this season

Vitor Pereira said he trusts Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis despite becoming the fourth manager of the Premier League side this season.

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Ukraine war talks to resume in Geneva as US signals progress

Ukrainian and Russian negotiators were to resume a second round of peace talks in Geneva on Wednesday, as Washington's top envoy signalled optimism in its bid to end conflict.

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'Pay or he dies', families told as more Egyptians risk Mediterranean crossing

Weeks after Hamdy Ibrahim left his village in Egypt's Nile Delta hoping to reach Europe, his brother's phone rang with a chilling message from Libya: pay now or the boy would die.

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Philippines VP Sara Duterte announces 2028 presidential run

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, who is embroiled in a bitter feud with President Ferdinand Marcos, was impeached last year only to see the Supreme Court throw the case out.

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Congolese rumba, music caught between neglect and nostalgia

Each weekend, dancers stoked on music and alcohol sway to the old hits on the decrepit rooftop terrace of Kinshasa's venerable La Creche bar like little has changed since the 1980s.

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Madrid's Vinicius hits out at 'cowards' after racism storm against Benfica

Match-winner Vinicius Junior hit out at "cowards" after accusing Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him during Real Madrid's 1-0 Champions League win

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Doue inspires PSG to comeback Champions League win in Monaco

PSG recovered from a shambolic start as Desire Doue inspired a comeback from two goals down to beat Monaco 3-2 in the principality in the first leg of their Champions League knockout

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Guirassy guides Dortmund past Atalanta in Champions League play-offs

Serhou Guirassy scored a goal and laid on another as Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 at home in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie.

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Galatasaray thrash 10-man Juve in Champions League play-off 1st leg

Dutch midfielder Noa Lang scored a brace as Galatasaray thumped Juventus 5-2 in a pulsating contest in Istanbul on Tuesday in the first leg of a Champions League playoff.

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Zuckerberg to testify in social media addiction trial

The trial will mark the first time the multibillionaire will address the safety of his world-dominating platforms directly before a jury.

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Activist Boniface Mwangi fears for life after police bug phone

Mwangi told AFP on Wednesday that he had "life-threatening concerns" and felt "violated" by the actions.

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Alexander-Arnold hits out at 'disgusting' alleged Vinicius racism

Trent Alexander-Arnold hit out at "disgusting" alleged racist abuse directed at Vinicius Junior, whose wonder goal gave Real Madrid a crucial 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory

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Mexico prepares for possible drone threats during the World Cup

The Mexican military is preparing to confront the potential threat of unauthorised drones in stadiums used for this summer's football World Cup.

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Turkey MPs back moves to 'reintegrate' former Kurdish fighters

Kurdish fighters who have laid down their arms should be reintegrated into society, Turkish lawmakers urged in a key report released Wednesday, while ruling out an "amnesty".

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