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Gunfire was reported overnight from 28 to 29 August 2026 around the presidential palace and Niamey Air Base 101. A statement from Niger’s Defence Ministry, reproduced by Africa24 TV, described the events as a “show of discontent”. But no official casualty toll or complete public details about those involved appear in the available information.
Gunfire was heard around the presidential palace in Niamey and near an air base located within the capital’s airport grounds, according to Le Monde International. The outlet reported a foiled coup attempt.
Russia targeted Kyiv and its surrounding region for a sixth consecutive night of bombardment, according to local officials cited by France 24. The toll released on Tuesday stood at at least nine dead and 14 injured.
The United States struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island on Sunday, according to Franceinfo. Iran then targeted sites in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, while Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran “hard.”
The United States has carried out new strikes in Iran, the first in a month according to reports by Le Monde and Yahoo Actualités. The US military command for the Middle East said it targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island.
Volodymyr Zelensky warned airlines about the dangers linked to Russian airspace, saying Ukrainian drones would remain present there for as long as the war continues. Vladimir Putin called the warning “terrorist” and rejected any negotiations with “terrorists”.
The situation remains confused in the Strait of Hormuz, where reports say oil tankers were hit by projectiles or mines. The US military disputed Iran’s account of one incident, while a misleading video circulated on social media.
Lionel Messi announced on 31 August 2026 that he was ending his international career with Argentina. A finalist at the 2026 World Cup, the forward said he made the decision after long consideration.
Russia and Ukraine have stepped up attacks on each other’s infrastructure, in an aerial confrontation in which Moscow retains a marked advantage. Meanwhile, the Leipzig drone incident, attributed by Germany to Russia, has prompted strong European reactions.
A “massive” missile and drone attack has killed at least four people in Kyiv and the surrounding region, according to Ukrainian authorities cited by France 24. The toll was released on Tuesday morning.
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has called on the United States to implement the memorandum of understanding reached in June to end hostilities. He said Tehran would immediately respond with reciprocal measures if Washington returned to its commitments.
According to Wiwsport, Pape Matar Sarr has completed his medical with Juventus. No further details of the deal were provided in the available information.
Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been found guilty in the case of Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder, France 24 and PressAfrik report. According to France 24, the jury reached its verdict on Monday after less than three hours of deliberations.
Authorities have reported 52 people injured in Myla, near Kyiv, two days after an ammunition depot was bombed. The announced toll keeps the death toll at 38 and cites around 300 damaged buildings in the area.
Vladimir Putin described the sanctions announced by Germany against Russia as a “new gross mistake”. Berlin had accused Moscow of sending an explosives-laden drone towards Leipzig Airport in early August.
Aminata Touré has welcomed the staff-level agreement announced between Senegal and the IMF. She believes the new programme could support economic recovery and the funding of social services, while Ousmane Sonko is calling for the publication of the memorandum linked to the agreement.
A sudden flash flood struck Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona on Saturday, August 29. Two people were found dead and around 15 others remained missing, as evacuations and search operations continued.
Nicolas Jackson starts against Arsenal in his first appearance for Aston Villa, according to Wiwsport. The Senegalese forward wears the No. 11 shirt.
Cheikh Saad Bouh Ould Cheikh Mouhamed Takhiyoullah, the ninth Khalif of the family of Cheikhna Cheikh Saad Bouh, has died in Dakar at the age of 96. He is to be buried in Nimzatt, Mauritania.
A flash flood hit the Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona. Authorities are continuing search and evacuation operations to locate people they have been unable to contact.
Khadidiatou Kébé, known as “Jessica”, Rokhaya Fall, known as “Rox”, and Nafi Fall, alias “Narou”, have been taken into police custody in a case linked to TikTok posts. The allegations include threats, insults, defamation and the alleged disclosure of personal data.
The staff-level agreement on a new 36-month programme with the IMF is seen as potential support for Senegal’s public finances. But, according to analyst Anouar Ayache, markets are primarily awaiting the practical terms of debt treatment and their possible impact on private creditors.
The Senegalese Debt Management Plan, presented on Tuesday by the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Planning, has drawn criticism from Malick Gackou. While the government promises lasting fiscal consolidation, the former minister fears serious social consequences.
Following the announcement of a staff-level agreement between the IMF and Senegalese authorities, Abdourahmane Sarr says the institution maintains its assessment of the country’s debt. The former minister also calls for economic transformation objectives to be safeguarded in the search for external financing.