Putin pushes May 9 Ukraine truce as Trump backs ceasefire plan on phone call

The Russian leader uses a rare phone call with Donald Trump to propose a Victory Day pause in fighting, while both presidents also focus heavily on rising tensions in Iran and the Gulf.

Mali to hold military parade at funeral of defence minister killed in attacks

President Assimi Goita will attend Sadio Camara's funeral, which will be held at a military facility and will include a military parade before the body, according to the authorities.

Burkina Faso bans more NGOs, bringing total to 205

Burkina Faso's leadership has ordered the dissolution of more NGOs, bringing the total of banned associations to 205.