Myanmar's civil war has escalated with recent resistance victories, indicating potential shifts in power dynamics favoring opposition forces.
Like we are trapped': Minorities suffer amid conflict in Myanmar's Rakhine
The Arakan Army is gaining territory in western Myanmar, causing significant upheaval and violence for various ethnic communities, particularly since last November.
Myanmar military urges anti-coup forces to give up struggle and join talks
Myanmar's military coup leaders are under significant pressure and have called for dialogue, which has been rejected by opponents.
U.N. Sees Human Rights Abyss' in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians
Myanmar's military is responsible for thousands of civilian deaths, with ongoing violence exacerbating human rights violations and a severe humanitarian crisis.
Myanmar's military intensifying killing and torture of civilians, UN says
Myanmar's military has killed 5,350 civilians since February 2021, intensifying violence against dissenters and leading to widespread arrests.
Myanmar regime labels key ethnic armed groups terrorist' organisations
Myanmar military designates MNDAA, TNLA, and Arakan Army as terrorist groups, expanding restrictions and escalating conflict within the region.
China's deadly divide-and-rule tactics in Myanmar risk shock waves across region | Simon Tisdall
Myanmar is facing a potential collapse post-2021 coup, threatening regional stability and humanitarian conditions for its people.
Two freelance journalists reportedly killed with guerrillas in army raid on home in southern Myanmar
The killing of two freelance journalists in Myanmar underscores the severe threats faced by the free press under the military junta.
Myanmar military urges anti-coup forces to give up struggle and join talks
Myanmar's military coup leaders are under significant pressure and have called for dialogue, which has been rejected by opponents.
U.N. Sees Human Rights Abyss' in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians
Myanmar's military is responsible for thousands of civilian deaths, with ongoing violence exacerbating human rights violations and a severe humanitarian crisis.
Myanmar's military intensifying killing and torture of civilians, UN says
Myanmar's military has killed 5,350 civilians since February 2021, intensifying violence against dissenters and leading to widespread arrests.
Myanmar regime labels key ethnic armed groups terrorist' organisations
Myanmar military designates MNDAA, TNLA, and Arakan Army as terrorist groups, expanding restrictions and escalating conflict within the region.
China's deadly divide-and-rule tactics in Myanmar risk shock waves across region | Simon Tisdall
Myanmar is facing a potential collapse post-2021 coup, threatening regional stability and humanitarian conditions for its people.
Two freelance journalists reportedly killed with guerrillas in army raid on home in southern Myanmar
The killing of two freelance journalists in Myanmar underscores the severe threats faced by the free press under the military junta.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?
The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
French closes Niger embassy until further notice
The French embassy in Niamey, Niger's capital, is now closed due to obstacles that hindered its diplomatic mission. This closure comes after deteriorating relations between the two countries following a military coup in Niger in July 2023.
The closure of the embassy coincided with the withdrawal of French soldiers deployed in Niger. This closure is an extremely rare measure.
French closes Niger embassy until further notice
The French embassy in Niamey, Niger's capital, is now closed due to obstacles that hindered its diplomatic mission. This closure comes after deteriorating relations between the two countries following a military coup in Niger in July 2023.
The closure of the embassy coincided with the withdrawal of French soldiers deployed in Niger. This closure is an extremely rare measure.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?
The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
French closes Niger embassy until further notice
The French embassy in Niamey, Niger's capital, is now closed due to obstacles that hindered its diplomatic mission. This closure comes after deteriorating relations between the two countries following a military coup in Niger in July 2023.
The closure of the embassy coincided with the withdrawal of French soldiers deployed in Niger. This closure is an extremely rare measure.
French closes Niger embassy until further notice
The French embassy in Niamey, Niger's capital, is now closed due to obstacles that hindered its diplomatic mission. This closure comes after deteriorating relations between the two countries following a military coup in Niger in July 2023.
The closure of the embassy coincided with the withdrawal of French soldiers deployed in Niger. This closure is an extremely rare measure.
How France Fumbled Its Africa Ties and Set Off a Geopolitical Crisis
French officials presented the US with a list of potential successors to the ousted leader of Mali
The meeting took place in Paris shortly after a military coup in Mali
French closes Niger embassy until further notice
The French embassy in Niamey, Niger's capital, is now closed due to obstacles that hindered its diplomatic mission. This closure comes after deteriorating relations between the two countries following a military coup in Niger in July 2023.
The closure of the embassy coincided with the withdrawal of French soldiers deployed in Niger. This closure is an extremely rare measure.
How African juntas are using anger at France to consolidate control
Niger's military coup leaders have capitalized on anti-French sentiment to solidify their popularity.
The coup leaders are promoting a populist message calling for the departure of the French military and diplomats from the region.
Final UK evacuation flight to leave Sudan on Wednesday, says Cleverly
The final UK evacuation flight is expected take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the Foreign Secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Final UK evacuation flight from Sudan expected to leave on Wednesday
The final UK evacuation flight is expected to take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the foreign secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Final UK evacuation flight to leave Sudan on Wednesday, says Cleverly
The final UK evacuation flight is expected take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the Foreign Secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Extra evacuation flights for Britons stranded in Sudan announced by UK government
The UK government has announced extra evacuation flights to rescue British nationals stranded in Sudan.Any Britons left in the war-torn country have been told to leave through Port Sudan on the country's east coast, which has become a hub for several foreign countries organising evacuations, or via land borders into neighbouring countries.
Sudan evacuees arrive back in UK on last Government-arranged flight
The last Government-arranged flight carrying British nationals out of Sudan has arrived back in the UK.The evacuees arrived at Birmingham Airport at 4.58pm on Tuesday on a Titan Airways Airbus A321 after a four-hour and 40-minute flight from Larnaca, Cyprus, having been taken out of Port Sudan on Monday.
British mission in Sudan not over' despite end of airlift, says Cleverly
The British mission in Sudan is not over yet despite the end of the evacuation airlift, the Foreign Secretary said.James Cleverly said the situation remained dangerous and officials were still in Port Sudan to help Britons seeking to leave the country.The final evacuation flights left Sudan on Monday for Cyprus, with anyone seeking to leave now relying on making their own way to safety through Port Sudan or at land borders into neighbouring countries.
Final UK evacuation flight to leave Sudan on Wednesday, says Cleverly
The final UK evacuation flight is expected take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the Foreign Secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Final UK evacuation flight from Sudan expected to leave on Wednesday
The final UK evacuation flight is expected to take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the foreign secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Final UK evacuation flight to leave Sudan on Wednesday, says Cleverly
The final UK evacuation flight is expected take off from Sudan on Wednesday, the Foreign Secretary has announced.James Cleverly urged British nationals still wanting to leave the war-torn nation to make their way to Port Sudan.It was previously thought the evacuation airlift had ended on Monday when planes left Sudan for Cyprus.
Extra evacuation flights for Britons stranded in Sudan announced by UK government
The UK government has announced extra evacuation flights to rescue British nationals stranded in Sudan.Any Britons left in the war-torn country have been told to leave through Port Sudan on the country's east coast, which has become a hub for several foreign countries organising evacuations, or via land borders into neighbouring countries.
Sudan evacuees arrive back in UK on last Government-arranged flight
The last Government-arranged flight carrying British nationals out of Sudan has arrived back in the UK.The evacuees arrived at Birmingham Airport at 4.58pm on Tuesday on a Titan Airways Airbus A321 after a four-hour and 40-minute flight from Larnaca, Cyprus, having been taken out of Port Sudan on Monday.
British mission in Sudan not over' despite end of airlift, says Cleverly
The British mission in Sudan is not over yet despite the end of the evacuation airlift, the Foreign Secretary said.James Cleverly said the situation remained dangerous and officials were still in Port Sudan to help Britons seeking to leave the country.The final evacuation flights left Sudan on Monday for Cyprus, with anyone seeking to leave now relying on making their own way to safety through Port Sudan or at land borders into neighbouring countries.
Greek choir to sing in tribute to Philip at King's coronation
A touching tribute to the King's father Prince Philip, the late Duke of Edinburgh, is to feature in the coronation.The Greek Choir has been invited to sing a psalm during the service to remind Charles of Philip's influence and life of service.Lambeth Palace said the moment had been specially commissioned to reflect the King's paternal heritage.
Will Russian aid for Myanmar give Moscow an Asian foothold? DW 02/08/2023
As Myanmar this month marks two years since the country's democratically elected government was overthrown in a military coup, Russia remains a key supporter of Myanmar's ruling junta, both diplomatically and materially.Myanmar did not join in the international condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine last February, and Moscow has consistently blocked UN Security Council resolutions condemning Myanmar's coup.
Ukraine says it shot down 6 Russian balloons that appeared over Kyiv
Ukraine's Defense Minister, Oleksii Reznikov, poses with a reflector similar to the one the air force says it shot down from the balloons.Ukraine Defense Ministry KYIV, Ukraine The Kyiv Military Administration says it shot down six Russian balloons that appeared over the Ukrainian capital during an air raid warning on Wednesday.
Russian FM, Sudan's military leaders kindle ties in Khartoum
Russia's foreign minister met with Sudan's military rulers on Thursday, state media in Sudan reported, the final stop on Sergey Lavrov's tour of Africa.The top Russian diplomat Africa trip has been seeking to strengthen ties and expand influence at a time when the West has sought to isolate Moscow with sanctions over Russia's war on Ukraine.
France recalls ambassador from Burkina Faso after agreeing to withdraw troops
Issued on: 26/01/2023 - 09:30 Demonstrators gather to show support to the military in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, on February 19, 2022.Olympia de Maismont, AFP France said on Thursday that it was recalling its ambassador from Burkina Faso, a day after agreeing to demands from the ruling junta to pull out troops from the former French colony in Africa's Sahel region.
Princess Royal joins foreign royals at funeral of last king of Greece
The Princess Royal joined foreign monarchs and thousands of mourners in Athens for the funeral of the last king of Greece, Constantine II.Anne represented the King at the sombre ceremony where crowds chanted long live the king and Constantine, Constantine as his coffin emerged from the Greek capital's metropolitan cathedral following the funeral service.
Regragui reaping rewards of Moroccan investment
Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC World Service, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings - Full coverage details
Morocco coach Walid Regragui knows what it feels like to win a trophy on Qatari soil and to receive a cup from Fifa president Gianni Infantino, and the big question this week is whether he can achieve both again on Sunday.