Summary: Niger experiences a shift from pro-democracy to pro-junta demonstrations after the coup. International condemnation and sanctions follow the coup, urging a return to constitutional governance. Regional organization Iqawas, led by President Bola Tanubu, seeks a collective response against the junta. Counter-terrorism concerns arise due to the presence of Islamist groups linked to ISIS and Al Qaeda in Niger. Mixed signals from Russia highlight divisions in response to the coup, with Wagner's role in the region questioned. ...

Summary: A 50-year-old man has been arrest ed and charged in connection with the PSNI data breach investigation. Charges include possession of documents useful to terrorists and possession of articles for terrorism . Sensitive information about 10,000 PSNI officers and staff was accidentally exposed online, prompting a critical incident declaration. Authorities are actively investigating the breach to understand its scope and potential consequences. ...

Women's World Cup kicks off after two shot dead in New Zealand Summary: The Women's Football World Cup begins in New Zealand with a traditional Maori welcome. Two people were shot dead in Auckland in a construction site shooting, but the government says it was not terrorism. New Zealand secures their first-ever victory at a Women's World Cup, defeating Norway one-nil. Australia's team, the Matildas, claims victory against the Republic of Ireland in a match watched by over 75,000 fans in Sydney. ...

Summary: Presidential candidate Fernando Villegasencio shot dead after campaign event. Authorities declare state of emergency following the shooting. Villegasencio's campaign focused on ending corruption and organized crime . Candidate's defiance against criminal threats underscored his commitment. Criminal gang Los Lobos claims responsibility, but authorities arrest suspects. Ecuador grapples with increasing violence and in security amidst political transition. President Lasso unveils measures to combat rising violence . Nation mourns Villegasencio's death and questions its security situation. Ecuador 's...

Summary: Former Pakistan i Prime Minister Imran Khan 's imprisonment for three years is being challenged in court. Khan's lawyers claim he is being held in deplorable conditions but remains in good spirits. He was sentenced for not declaring money earned from selling state gifts during his time in office. Lawyers argue that Khan did not receive a fair trial and raise concerns about judicial bias. The legal team plans to file an appeal to suspend the sentence and address the conditions of his imprisonment. Support for Khan appears to have been silenced, but he still holds substantial popularity. The imprisonment has sparke...

Summary: Coup supporters in Niger have shifted from anti-French sentiment to pro- Russia messaging, reflecting a desire for enhanced counterterrorism efforts. Symbolic gestures, including targeting the French embassy and displaying Russia n flags, highlight growing public preference for Russia n influence. Niger's security concerns , arising from the presence of multiple terrorist groups, contribute to the appeal of foreign assistance, including Russia n involvement. Historical resentment towards French colonialism and perceived economic disparities fuel anti-French sentiment in Niger. Support for the junta is divided betwe...