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Kremlin accuses Kyiv of shelling nuclear plant
The Kremlin accused Ukrainian forces on Monday of firing on Europe's largest nuclear power plant in occupied Ukraine and warned that the alleged attacks could have "catastrophic consequences". Ukraine Prime Minister Denys Shmygal meanwhile accused Russia of "nuclear terrorism," urging the world to "unite now to prevent a catastrophe."
Amnesty defiant despite Ukraine report outcry
Rights group Amnesty International has remained defiant under its high-profile secretary general in the face of a growing outcry over a report critics alleged boosted Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.
US calls on Russia to stop military activity at nuclear sites
The White House called on Russia on Monday to cease all military operations around nuclear facilities in Ukraine. "And we continue to call on Russia to cease all military operations at or near Ukrainian nuclear facilities and return full control to Ukraine," Jean-Pierre said.
Germany's Schroeder to remain in ruling party despite Putin ties
Former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder on Monday escaped being humiliatingly booted out of his party, as the ruling Social Democrats (SPD) found his ties with Vladimir Putin did not breach its rules. But the branch said in a statement on Monday that the former chancellor was "not guilty of a violation of the party rules, as no violation can be proven against him".
Third fuel tank collapses as helicopters battle Cuban blaze
Cuban army helicopters scrambled to contain a blaze that felled a third tank at a fuel depot on Monday after burning for days, as the search continued for 16 missing firefighters. "Work is intensifying to combat the fire," the Cuban presidency said on Twitter Monday, adding this was a "decisive day" for the effort.
Holders Wydad Casablanca among 58 CAF Champions League hopefuls
Title-holders Wydad Casablanca from Morocco are among 58 clubs who have entered the 2022-2023 CAF Champions League, with the qualifying rounds draw to be made in Cairo on Tuesday.
US not trying to 'outdo' world powers in Africa, says Blinken
The United States is seeking a "true partnership" with Africa and not trying to "outdo" other world powers in vying for influence on the continent, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday. "What we seek most of all is a true partnership between the United States and Africa.
Hope and excitement in hometowns of Kenya's presidential favourites
On the eve of Kenya's election, yellow banners drape William Ruto's bastion of Eldoret, where voters are quietly optimistic their hometown hero will emerge the next president after a bruising contest. Odinga would be the first president from Kenya's Luo community, and many kinsmen believe his victory would bring much-needed development to the region denied for decades by ruling elites in Nairobi.
Flood of donations for hungry Brazil boy who called police
A week ago, the cupboards of the Barros family's humble concrete shack were empty. "A huge amount of food arrived -- so much different food, I don't even know what it all is," beams Miguel, throwing open a gloriously stuffed cupboard.
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