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Mozambican government appeals for speedy international response to severe flooding

Mozambican government appeals for speedy international response to severe flooding

Authorities believe worst flooding in decades has displaced 600,000

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1 in 5 mammals faces extinction across South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini
22.01.2026

1 in 5 mammals faces extinction across South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini

Around 20% of species threatened with extinction, 11.5% near threatened, shows latest Mammal Red List by Endangered Wildlife Trust

Turkish naval deployment in Gulf of Aden extended for another year
22.01.2026

Turkish naval deployment in Gulf of Aden extended for another year

Move aims to safeguard Turkish-linked shipping, bolster anti-piracy efforts and support maritime security

Israeli president meets Somaliland leader in Davos amid recognition controversy
22.01.2026

Israeli president meets Somaliland leader in Davos amid recognition controversy

Isaac Herzog voices support for diplomatic ties with breakaway region as Israel’s recognition draws criticism

Mauritania loses contact with military boat carrying 7 soldiers off Nouakchott
22.01.2026

Mauritania loses contact with military boat carrying 7 soldiers off Nouakchott

Army says vessel went missing during rescue mission for disabled boat near capital, as air and naval forces launch search operations

Guinea-Bissau sets presidential, legislative elections for Dec. 6
22.01.2026

Guinea-Bissau sets presidential, legislative elections for Dec. 6

Decision by transitional authorities comes amid sustained pressure from ECOWAS for swift return to constitutional order