Robert Mugabe African Union Chairmanship May Cause European Union Dilemma
The bloc will need to balance its stance against the leader with considerations for his role at the head of an increasingly important regional organization.
Boko Haram Massacres Civilians, Burns Down Mosque In Cameroon Days Before Nigeria Presidential Election
Violence has escalated in Nigeria in the weeks ahead of the country's presidential election Feb. 14.
Boko Haram Militants, Troops Dead In Clashes On Nigeria-Cameroon Border
Security sources said Boko Haram burnt a mosque and killed several civilians in towns bordering with Cameroon, AFP reported.
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Chadian fighter jets dropped bombs Saturday on the Nigerian town of Gamboru, which is occupied by Boko Haram insurgents.
Boko Haram: African Union Sends 7,500 Troops To Fight Terrorist Group In Nigeria Following Clash In Cameroon That Killed 123 Militants, 3 Soldiers
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon announces support for deployment of the African Union soldiers at a summit in Ethiopia.
Boko Haram Refugees Straining Local Resources In Nigeria, Aid Groups Say
Increasingly violent Boko Haram attacks have already scattered more than a million: Food and other supplies are running low.
African Union Plans To Fight Boko Haram With 7K Troops From 5 Nations
The bloc has backed a plan that calls for the creation of a regional five-nation force of 7,500 troops to fight the militant group.
Boko Haram Militants Driven Out Of Nigerian Border Town By Chad's Fighter Jets, Ground Troops
The town of Malumfatori was recaptured from Boko Haram fighters on Thursday by Chadian forces.
For First Time, Boko Haram Leaders Attempt To Lure People To Caliphate, Promise To Govern
A spokesman for Boko Haram said his group is prepared to begin governing people in a caliphate and urged displaced Nigerians to return.
Nigerian Military Knew About Boko Haram Attacks At Baga, Monguno, Failed To Send Reinforcements: Report
The Nigerian military "woefully and repeatedly failed in their duty to protect civilians," Amnesty International said this week.
Indonesia Prepared To Execute 7 Foreigners On Drug Charges, Despite Diplomatic Fallout
The seven foreigners, and four Indonesians, were denied clemency by the president. The government says they will be executed this year.
200 Combatants Killed In Nigerian Military Clashes With Boko Haram In Humanitarian Safe Haven Of Maiduguri: Report
Nigerian forces battled Boko Haram militants in clashes that killed 200 combatants.
Boko Haram Militants Engaged In Fierce Fighting With Nigerian Military For City Of Maiduguri
The extremist group is reportedly engaged in fierce fighting with the Nigerian military, which is responding with airstrikes and ground troops.
Boko Haram Releases About 190 People In Nigeria's Yobe State
The militants released young men, women and children who were kidnapped on Jan 6. At least 20 other people are still being held.
Nigeria Elections: US Secretary Of State John Kerry To Meet With Both Candidates Ahead Of February Presidential Election
Secretary of State John Kerry is expected to speak with Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and leading challenger Muhammadu Buharim.
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Nigeria Elections: Top Official Says Ballot Should Be Delayed After Voter ID Problems
Technical issues struck about 10 million people from voter rolls, leaving many with no voter ID cards ahead of the ballot.
Boko Haram Claims Responsibility For Baga Attack In Video Featuring Leader Abubakar Shekau
The video purports to show the Islamist militant group's leader claiming the attack on the Nigerian town that killed thousands of civilians.
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Boko Haram Hostages Freed By Cameroon Army
Neighboring Cameroon and Chad have been drawn into the Nigerian conflict.
Australia Foreshadows Diplomatic Action If Indonesia Executes 'Bali 9' Pair
Australia has been seeking clemency for the two members of the so-called Bali Nine, who were arrested in 2005 on charges of smuggling heroin into Australia.
Boko Haram Kidnaps Dozens In Cameroon Raid, Officials Say
Early reports indicate about 80 people, most of them children, were kidnapped by the Islamist militant group Sunday morning.
Brazil, Netherlands Recall Indonesia Ambassadors After Executions
The five foreigners and one Indonesian were killed by firing squad shortly after midnight, the Attorney General's Office said.
Boko Haram To Face Troops From Chad In Cameroon
"Today's march is a strong signal, a warning to Boko Haram," Chad's prime minister says Saturday.
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