Summary: UK defense officials mistakenly sent classified emails to Mali , which has close ties with Russia and President Putin . The typing error was caused by confusion between the domain names dot mill and dot ML. Sensitive information, including details about hypersonic missile research , was disclosed in the emails. Mali 's alignment with Russia and distancing from the West raises concerns about the security of classified information. In Ukraine , Kyiv's counter-offensive faces challenges due to formidable Russia n defenses, including minefields . ...

Summary: British Ministry of Defence (M.O.D) officials mistakenly sent emails meant for the Pentagon to Mali , a Russian ally . The error was due to confusion between the domain names 'dot mill' for Pentagon and 'dot ml' for Mali . A Dutch internet entrepreneur managing Mali 's domain name discovered the misdirected emails. Among the emails were sensitive details about British and American personnel working on hypersonic missiles . The M.O.D is investigating the extent of potential security breaches. With the contract end ing, concerns arise about the possible misuse of the misdirected emails. ...

Summary: A West African bloc of nations is considering military intervention in Niger, viewing it as a last resort. Eka-Wass group has been discussing a standby military force to address the situation. The situation in Niger is complex due to border disputes, active insurgencies, and regional implications. Military intervention could further destabilize the region and lead to a refugee crisis . The involvement of Russia's Wagner group in Niger is not imminent due to logistical challenges. ...

Summary: European nations have started evacuating citizens from Niger, with France and Italy conducting evacuations. West Africa's regional bloc, Echoas, is convening to address the military coup in Niger. Analysts doubt the likelihood of Echoas resorting to military action against the coup leaders. The situation in Niger raises concerns about potential involvement of foreign actors and the threat from jihadist groups. European nations have begun evacuating hundreds of cit...

Summary: Niger 's President Mohammed Bazoum was removed from power in a coup led by military forces , citing deteriorating security conditions and bad governance . Supporters of the ousted president have gathered to call for his release and defend democracy . The coup complicates international efforts in combating the jihadist movement in the Sahel region . The United States and other nations have condemned the coup , urging for President Bazoum 's immediate release. ...

Summary: UK MPs criticize the government for underestimating Russia 's Wagner mercenary group 's growth and influence. The scathing report highlights the lack of understanding of Wagner's activities in Africa and calls for a task force to monitor the group's actions. Wagner group operates like a mafia network, collaborating with governments for mineral rights , leading to exploitation in Africa . Russia also seems to have underestimated the Wagner group , struggling to control its actions. ...