DR Congo to establish US-backed paramilitary guard for mines
US hopes to secure access to critical minerals as DRC struggles with rebel groups for control of areas with reserves.

US hopes to secure access to critical minerals as DRC struggles with rebel groups for control of areas with reserves.









Death of influential minister seen as a big blow for Mali’s military government during fighting with armed groups.
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Ukrainian attacks on Russia injure at least six people in Vologda region and annexed Crimea.
Authorities in Cauca region demand ‘decisive’ government action after deadly explosion on Pan-American Highway.
Some officials say Tehran must not even entertain any more talks on the nuclear issue amid the threats and blockade.
Capital Bamako and several other locations hit in an apparently coordinated assault involving multiple groups.
Hamas says the Israeli escalation represents the failure of the international community to uphold the truce in Gaza.
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