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With the Premier League title within grasp, Arsenal must approach every remaining fixture with unwavering focus. While last Sunday’s narrow 1-0 victory at West Ham United undoubtedly cleared a significant hurdle, the Gunners now prepare for their final home game of the season against a Burnley side playing solely for pride. This Monday evening encounter, kicking off at 9:00 PM French time, is a pivotal moment for Arsenal. They aim to establish, at least temporarily, a five-point lead over Manchester City before their rivals visit Bournemouth the following day. All…

Algeria and Chad have taken a decisive step forward in their strategic partnership this week, formalizing two key agreements focused on public works and energy during reciprocal visits between N’Djamena and Algiers. The aim is to expedite commitments made earlier this year while reinforcing South-South cooperation. Infrastructure cooperation gains momentum In N’Djamena, Algeria’s Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, and Chad’s Minister of Infrastructure, Desenclavement, and Road Maintenance, Amir Idriss Kourda, signed an agreement to streamline joint infrastructure projects. The signing occurred during the second day of…

Werder Bremen vs Borussia Dortmund: final score and key moments Saturday, May 16 2026, 15:30 CETBundesliga 2025-2026, Matchday 34 Match timeline and goals End of matchFull-time whistle after 90 minutes 90’ +5Final goal: Yan Couto secures Borussia Dortmund’s victory 88’Substitution: Yan Couto replaces Julian Ryerson 83’Double substitution: Karim Adeyemi and Fabio Silva come on for Jobe Bellingham and Serhou Guirassy respectively 70’Werder Bremen makes two changes: Patrice Covic and Samuel Mbangula replace Cameron Puertas and Salim Musah 69’Borussia Dortmund brings on Julian Brandt and Carney Chukwuemeka for Maximilian Beier and…

News Politics Mauritania distances itself from Mali’s transitional leadership amid deepening border tensions Reported by Staff Writer – May 15, 2024 0 68 Recent cross-border truck fires along the Sahel frontier are more than isolated security incidents—they signal a profound shift in relations between Mauritania and Mali’s transitional leadership under Colonel Assimi Goïta. Once reliable trade arteries linking Mauritania, Morocco, and northern Mali have become dangerously unstable, cutting off essential supplies to communities already struggling with food shortages and economic hardship. The once-thriving commercial corridors that channeled goods from Mauritanian…

Saint-Étienne will face a Ligue 1 opponent next week after a nerve-wracking penalty shootout sealed their promotion hopes. The Verts battled to a 0-0 draw against Rodez, but clinched victory 7-6 on penalties, ending a five-game losing streak in shootouts—a drought dating back a decade. Maubleu’s heroics send Saint-Étienne through Philippe Montanier’s gamble paid off when he replaced the starting goalkeeper with penalty specialist Brice Maubleu, who delivered four crucial saves. Though he missed his own attempt, Maubleu’s heroics ensured Rodez’s shooters were left empty-handed. “I had the chance to…

In a dramatic turn of events, Saint-Étienne secured a thrilling victory over Rodez in the Ligue 2 playoffs, advancing to face the 16th-placed team from Ligue 1. The match, which ended 0-0 after regulation and extra time, was decided by a penalty shootout that saw Saint-Étienne triumph 7-6. Maubleu’s heroics seal the deal The turning point came when manager Philippe Montanier made the bold decision to substitute first-choice goalkeeper Gautier Larsonneur with his deputy, Brice Maubleu, in the dying moments of the game. The 36-year-old shot-stopper, who replaced Larsonneur in…

In Senegal, a French national has been held in detention for three months following an arrest linked to allegations of homosexuality. The case comes amid a broader crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights in the country, where authorities have recently passed stricter legislation criminalizing same-sex relations. The individual, a 30-year-old engineer residing in Dakar, was taken into custody on February 14. According to official sources, the arrest was part of a sweeping operation targeting multiple individuals on charges including acts against nature, criminal conspiracy, money laundering, and attempted HIV transmission. Diplomatic intervention…

Amnesty International issued an urgent appeal on Friday, May 15, 2026, demanding that JNIM insurgents safeguard the security and mobility of civilians in Mali. For the past two weeks, the capital city, Bamako, has been subjected to a strict road blockade by these groups. Since April 30, critical transport routes into the landlocked city have been obstructed, threatening the flow of essential imports. In a formal statement, the human rights organization warned that the current isolation of Bamako is creating “unacceptable consequences” for civilian movement. Such restrictions could lead to…

A mere two weeks before Tabaski 2026, Burkina Faso’s abrupt halt on all livestock exports has left Côte d’Ivoire scrambling to secure 172,000 animals—a task complicated by dwindling regional suppliers. While Ouagadougou frames the move as an economic necessity, the timing and scope of the decision raise questions about deeper diplomatic currents. The three-line announcement, issued jointly by Burkina Faso’s Ministries of Commerce, Agriculture, and Economy, dropped on May 8, 2026. Effective May 11, all Special Export Authorizations (ASE) for livestock were suspended indefinitely. Operators with valid ASEs had just…

A French citizen has been detained in Senegal under charges related to homosexuality, as part of a broader legal tightening against LGBT+ rights in the country. The arrest, which occurred on February 14, 2026, follows the recent enactment of a law that significantly increases penalties for By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Bamako under siege: JNIM blockade triggers crisis for civilians in Mali The capital of Mali, Bamako, has been under a crippling blockade since April 30, enforced by jihadist factions led by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM). The situation has escalated tensions in the region, with Amnesty International issuing a stark warning about the “unacceptable consequences” on civilian mobility and safety. Humanitarian fallout of the blockade The siege has disrupted daily life, with Amnesty International highlighting severe disruptions to civilian travel and commerce. In a statement…

Algerian Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellaoui, was recently welcomed in N’Djamena by Allamaye Halina, the Prime Minister and Head of Government of the Republic of Chad. During their meeting, Prime Minister Halina lauded the significant efforts of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in advancing bilateral cooperation and acknowledged his pivotal leadership role across the African continent. The Chadian Premier specifically commended President Tebboune’s profound wisdom, his impactful leadership, and his unwavering commitment to strengthening cooperation and fostering integration between the two fraternal nations. Halina underscored his country’s…