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Nigerians flee as air strikes target Islamists
18/05/2013 - NIGERIA

Nigerians flee as air strikes target Islamists

Parts of northeast Nigeria imposed a round-the-clock curfew on Saturday as residents fled air strikes targeting Boko Haram strongholds. US Secretary of State John Kerry has warned the military to use "discipline" in its offensive against Islamists.
Nigeria begins offensive against Islamist sect
17/05/2013 - NIGERIA

Nigeria begins offensive against Islamist sect

More than 2,000 Nigerian troops have begun an offensive in Borno state to regain territory seized by Boko Haram Islamists, army sources said Thursday. President Goodluck Jonathan declared a state of emergency in Borno and two other states on Tuesday.
'Rebels' execute Syrian soldiers in shock new video
16/05/2013 - SYRIA

'Rebels' execute Syrian soldiers in shock new video

In another grisly video from Syria, fighters claiming to belong to the al Qaeda-affiliated al-Nusra Front executed 11 Syrian soldiers. The video was published online Thursday, just days after a video of a rebel mutilating a dead body sparked outrage.
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Nigeria orders 'massive' mobilisation against Islamists
15/05/2013 - NIGERIA

Nigeria orders 'massive' mobilisation against Islamists

A "massive" troop deployment was launched Wednesday in northeast Nigeria ahead of a planned offensive against Boko Haram, a day after President Goodluck Jonathan declared a state of emergency in three states under threat from the Islamists.
Donors' conference pledges €3.25 billion for Mali
15/05/2013 - MALI

Donors' conference pledges €3.25 billion for Mali

International donors pledged €3.25 billion to help rebuild conflict-hit Mali at an international conference in Brussels on Wednesday. The pledges vastly exceeded expectations, with Mali originally hoping to secure some €2 billion in funding.
Nigerian president declares state of emergency
15/05/2013 - NIGERIA

Nigerian president declares state of emergency

Soldiers were being deployed in northeastern Nigeria for a planned offensive against Islamic extremists after Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in three states under threat from Boko Haram.
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Pakistanis defy attacks and vote in landmark poll
11/05/2013 - PAKISTAN

Pakistanis defy attacks and vote in landmark poll

Millions of voters turned out to cast their ballots in Pakistan's historic election Saturday despite Taliban threats and a series of attacks in a few volatile areas. The poll marks Pakistan's first-ever transition of civilian governments.
Nawaz Sharif: The old ‘lion’ of Pakistan roars back
13/05/2013 - PAKISTAN

Nawaz Sharif: The old ‘lion’ of Pakistan roars back

Throughout his eventful life, Nawaz Sharif has served terms as Pakistan’s prime minister and time in prison. He’s also faced a coup and years in exile. But now the old “lion of Punjab” faces some of the biggest challenges of his political career.
Bombing mars landmark Pakistan vote
11/05/2013 - PAKISTAN

Bombing mars landmark Pakistan vote

Twin bombs exploded in the port city of Karachi on Saturday, as millions of voters across Pakistan cast their ballots in a landmark general election. The lead up to polling day has been particularly violent, with 130 people killed.
Threatened Pakistani parties conduct virtual campaigns
07/05/2013 - PAKISTAN

Threatened Pakistani parties conduct virtual campaigns

Days ahead of the historic May 11 polls, candidates from three secular Pakistani parties targeted by the Taliban are being forced to conduct virtual campaigns while politicians such as Imran Khan are able to hold traditional large rallies.
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