Insurgents suspected to be members of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have captured 13 soldiers, killing seven others, including a commanding officer, in an ambush near Damasak, Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State.
Breaking the Deadlock in Sudan
Decisive U.S. leadership is essential to resolve worsening differences between fellow Quad members, neutralize spoilers, and ensure that Sudanese civilians—not just armed factions—shape their country’s future. Ending the conflict in Sudan will be exceedingly difficult,
Army facilitates return of Nigerian refugees from Cameroon
The repatriation, according to a statement issued on Thursday morning, was conducted by the Joint Task Force of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in the North-east. The Nigerian Army said its troops have facilitated the safe
Oil prices rise for third consecutive day amid US–Iran tension
Oil prices rose on Thursday, extending gains for a third consecutive day as concerns grew that the United States could take military action against Iran—a key Middle Eastern oil producer—potentially disrupting regional supplies. Brent crude
L’AES, la fédération ou la chute
L’Histoire est cruelle mais claire : les fauves chassent pour vivre, donc par nécessité biologique. Ils s’arrêtent quand le ventre est plein, ou quand le risque dépasse le gain. Mais l’impérialisme, lui, ne chasse pas
Mali – AES : La rupture souverainiste à l’épreuve du système-monde
Le Mali et l’Alliance des États du Sahel (AES) ne vivent pas une transition ordinaire. Ils vivent une confrontation structurante entre deux visions du monde : d’un côté, des peuples qui réclament la souveraineté effective
Chad Tensions Strain RSF Supply Lines; African DRC Peace Efforts; Fano Merger: Africa File, January 22, 2026
Key Takeaways: Figure 1. Africa File, January 22, 2026 Source: Liam Karr. Sudan The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) conducted an attack on Chadian forces in Chad, raising tensions with a key partner amid disruptions to
Recognizing Somaliland: Israel’s Return to the Red Sea
Israel’s agreement with Somaliland will boost its security in the Red Sea Basin and may encourage the United States and other countries to follow suit, though political obstacles and complications abound. The surprise announcement on
Sudan Stands Between War and an Imposed Peace
Three possible scenarios have emerged for the war-torn country in 2026, but current realities suggest that a ceasefire and formal transition to civilian governance is the least likely. The conflict in Sudan continues unabated, with
Egypt’s Tightrope Walk Between Saudi Arabia and the UAE
Cairo will not be able to stand completely above Gulf rivalries, but tactful U.S. diplomacy on economics and regional security issues can help give Egyptian leaders enough space to continue their balancing strategy. As tensions