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Turkish, Nigerian foreign ministers to discuss trade, defense

Turkish, Nigerian foreign ministers to discuss trade, defense

Hakan Fidan to host visiting Yusuf Tuggar on Monday to discuss bilateral ties, security cooperation, say Turkish diplomatic sources

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South Africa’s top court dismisses bid to halt auction of Nelson Mandela’s items
22.01.2026

South Africa’s top court dismisses bid to halt auction of Nelson Mandela’s items

‘The appeal is dismissed with costs, including those of two counsels where so employed,’ Supreme Court says

1 in 5 mammals faces extinction across South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini
22.01.2026

1 in 5 mammals faces extinction across South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini

Around 20% of species threatened with extinction, 11.5% near threatened, shows latest Mammal Red List by Endangered Wildlife Trust

Turkish naval deployment in Gulf of Aden extended for another year
22.01.2026

Turkish naval deployment in Gulf of Aden extended for another year

Move aims to safeguard Turkish-linked shipping, bolster anti-piracy efforts and support maritime security

Israeli president meets Somaliland leader in Davos amid recognition controversy
22.01.2026

Israeli president meets Somaliland leader in Davos amid recognition controversy

Isaac Herzog voices support for diplomatic ties with breakaway region as Israel’s recognition draws criticism

Mauritania loses contact with military boat carrying 7 soldiers off Nouakchott
22.01.2026

Mauritania loses contact with military boat carrying 7 soldiers off Nouakchott

Army says vessel went missing during rescue mission for disabled boat near capital, as air and naval forces launch search operations