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Inside the 24-hour mutiny that threatened Niger’s ruling junta and how Russian forces intervened

Inside the 24-hour mutiny that threatened Niger’s ruling junta and how Russian forces intervened

Niger’s capital, Niamey, appears calm after young soldiers staged a mutiny against the ruling military junta

Leaders of China, Russia and India are among heads of state meeting to counter US influence

Leaders of China, Russia and India are among heads of state meeting to counter US influence

The leaders of China, Russia and India are among the heads of state gathering at a meeting billed as a counterweight to U.S. global influence

Oxfam International Seeks Consultant for Final Project Evaluation in Niger

Oxfam International Seeks Consultant for Final Project Evaluation in Niger

Oxfam International, a confederation of approximately 20 independent charitable organizations operating in over 90 countries, is recruiting a national independent consultant or firm for the final evaluation of a project funded by GFFO in the Tillabéry region of Niger. The deadline for submitting applications is September 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM, with submissions accepted at Oxfam offices in Niamey, Diffa, Tillaberi, or Zinder, or via email. The application package must include a technical and financial proposal for the evaluation of the 'GFFO' project. This initiative is part of Oxfam's broader mission to combat inequality and injustice globally, working with local partners and vulnerable communities to alleviate poverty and support post-crisis recovery efforts. The organization emphasizes mobilizing people's power to influence local and global decisions to end poverty.

Government Accountability Office Reveals U.S. Military Purchased Commercial Satellite Images for Intelligence, Space Force Lagging in Adoption

Government Accountability Office Reveals U.S. Military Purchased Commercial Satellite Images for Intelligence, Space Force Lagging in Adoption

A new report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has disclosed that the U.S. military has acquired commercial satellite images for intelligence purposes. These acquisitions included images that identified positions of Chinese aircraft carriers and airstrips in Ecuador allegedly used for drug trafficking. Despite these instances of successful utilization of commercial intelligence, the GAO report indicates that the Space Force has not yet fully integrated or embraced commercial intelligence capabilities. This suggests a gap between the demonstrated utility of commercially sourced satellite imagery and its comprehensive adoption within key military branches responsible for space-based intelligence. The report highlights both the potential and the underutilization of commercial satellite data in national security operations.

Niger's security forces battle mutinuous soldiers at a strategic base, presidency district

Niger's security forces battle mutinuous soldiers at a strategic base, presidency district

Authorities in Niger says there has been a mutiny at a key military base in the capital, Niamey

Gunfire and explosions reported in Niger's capital, local media and witness say

Gunfire and explosions reported in Niger's capital, local media and witness say

Local media and an Associated Press witness say heavy gunfire and explosions were heard overnight into Saturday morning in Niger’s capital of Niamey

Niger's defense minister says soldiers attempted predawn mutiny

Niger's defense minister says soldiers attempted predawn mutiny

Authorities in Niger says there has been a mutiny at a key military base in the capital, Niamey

Niger defense minister says soldiers attempted predawn mutiny

Niger defense minister says soldiers attempted predawn mutiny

Authorities in Niger says there has been a mutiny at a key military base in the capital, Niamey

Mutinous soldiers attack airport, presidency in Niger capital, sources say

Mutinous soldiers attack airport, presidency in Niger capital, sources say

NIAMEY, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Sustained gunfire and explosions rang out early Saturday across several areas of Niger's capital, including the airport and near the presidency, in what four sources described as an attack by mutinous soldiers.

Congressman Steny Hoyer Advocates for Ukraine Sanctions Amidst House Uncertainty

Congressman Steny Hoyer Advocates for Ukraine Sanctions Amidst House Uncertainty

U.S. Congressman Steny Hoyer of Maryland is urging his colleagues in Congress to pass a significant Russian sanctions package, emphasizing the importance of sending a clear message of support to Ukraine. This push comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy directly appealed to U.S. lawmakers for the legislation. The Senate has already advanced the 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act' with an 86-11 vote, following Zelenskyy's rare appearance in the chamber. However, the bill's future in the House is uncertain due to Speaker Mike Johnson's Republican majority, which is reportedly reluctant to engage in overseas affairs, and concerns from some Democrats regarding the bill's broad tariff powers for President Trump. Hoyer, a former Democratic leader, believes that Congress and the courts will provide necessary checks on presidential authority.