Author: Aïcha Abdou

Lindsey Heaps concluded her European journey with OL Lyonnes in the Champions League final, experiencing a defeat against FC Barcelona. Although she initially believed she had opened the scoring, the midfielder will not compete in the tournament again as she prepares for her move to Denver in the coming week. Just three weeks prior, Heaps had already faced a similar situation, believing she had scored an early goal against Arsenal, only for VAR to intervene. That decision, however, did not alter the positive outcome for OL Lyonnes in that fixture.…

Politique Mali’s complex reality: five years after the assimi goïta coup 24/05/202624 mai 2026 Five years have passed since Assimi Goïta seized power in Mali through a coup. While his leadership has drawn considerable criticism, it paradoxically retains significant popular support. This analysis delves into the intricate political landscape and security challenges facing the West African nation. https://p.dw.com/p/5ECwk This Sunday marks the fifth anniversary of General Assimi Goïta’s assumption of power in Mali following a coup d’état. Over this period, the Malian populace has faced escalating challenges, including diminished security,…

Following the brutal assault on Niger’s National Guard (GNN) in Kirtachi, located within the Tillabéri region, an internal radio message dated May 22, 2026, has lifted the veil on the true extent of losses suffered by the Defense and Security Forces (FDS). This official military document, marked as «secret défense», confirms the significant arsenal and strategic equipment that fell into the hands of terrorists from the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM). Amidst a particularly heavy human toll and the looming specter of infiltrations as Tabaski approaches,…

Senegal faces uncertainty after president sacks prime minister The political landscape of Senegal has been upended following President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s decision to relieve Ousmane Sonko of his duties as Prime Minister. This unexpected move has left the nation in a state of heightened uncertainty, raising concerns about the country’s institutional stability. While reactions in Dakar remain varied, the repercussions of this decision are being closely monitored. The timing of this dismissal couldn’t be more critical, as Senegal grapples with a delicate political and economic environment. The sudden shift at…