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Gunfire was heard around the presidential palace in Niamey and near an air base located within the capital’s airport grounds, according to Le Monde International. The outlet reported a foiled coup attempt.
The United States has carried out new strikes in Iran, the first in a month according to reports by Le Monde and Yahoo Actualités. The US military command for the Middle East said it targeted two Iranian launchers on Larak Island.
Lionel Messi announced on 31 August 2026 that he was ending his international career with Argentina. A finalist at the 2026 World Cup, the forward said he made the decision after long consideration.
Authorities have reported 52 people injured in Myla, near Kyiv, two days after an ammunition depot was bombed. The announced toll keeps the death toll at 38 and cites around 300 damaged buildings in the area.
A sudden flash flood struck Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona on Saturday, August 29. Two people were found dead and around 15 others remained missing, as evacuations and search operations continued.
Nicolas Jackson starts against Arsenal in his first appearance for Aston Villa, according to Wiwsport. The Senegalese forward wears the No. 11 shirt.
Cheikh Saad Bouh Ould Cheikh Mouhamed Takhiyoullah, the ninth Khalif of the family of Cheikhna Cheikh Saad Bouh, has died in Dakar at the age of 96. He is to be buried in Nimzatt, Mauritania.
A flash flood hit the Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona. Authorities are continuing search and evacuation operations to locate people they have been unable to contact.
Senegal’s Autonomous Union of Doctors, Pharmacists and Dental Surgeons plans a 48-hour work stoppage on Tuesday, September 8, and Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Emergency services and a minimum service are expected to be maintained, according to the union.
The resumption of strikes between the United States and Iran on Monday confirms that the conflict is becoming a lasting feature of the Strait of Hormuz. The closure of this strategic maritime route, long seen as a deterrent lever for Tehran, is gradually losing its effectiveness.
Five days after floods struck Nepal and Tibet, rescue teams are continuing their operations in the hope of finding survivors. The death toll has now reached 939.
Édouard Balladur, the former French prime minister, has died at the age of 97. A leading figure of the Fifth Republic, he notably headed the government in 1993 and ran in the 1995 presidential election.
Karim Benzema is no longer under contract with Al Hilal, the Saudi club announced on 31 August 2026. At 38, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner is now free to join the team of his choice.
Israeli strikes killed five people in the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian emergency services. The Israeli military said it had targeted members of Hamas’s armed wing.
In Keur Massar, the Local Development Committee representing several estates and the village of Darou Thioubou has warned of the impact of recent rains. Families have been forced to seek shelter in schools, while residents are calling for swift action by the authorities.
A ferry sank off Cyprus with at least 270 passengers on board. The toll stands at eight dead and 17 people still reported missing.
Crystal Palace have reportedly set their asking price for Ismaïla Sarr at €88 million amid Liverpool’s interest, according to Wiwsport. The English club are said to want to keep the Senegal international.
PressAfrik has posted content presented as live coverage, with a headline referring to soaring prices, an issue involving the Ministry of Health and Sokhna Aïda’s visit. However, the available excerpt provides no details on these various points.
Senegal's basketball team defeated Mali 97-71 on the third and final day of the fourth window of the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. The win sees the Lions return to first place in Group F.
Ratings agency Moody’s downgraded Senegal on Friday from Caa1 to Caa2. The move places the country one notch lower on the agency’s rating scale.
US forces targeted Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to France 24. The operation marks a resumption of US military action after several weeks.
Arrests are under way in Niger after a mutiny in Niamey over the weekend. Authorities say they regained control of the situation on Saturday evening and have announced the arrest of most of the mutineers.
Russian strikes are continuing in Ukraine. According to Franceinfo, Russia’s defence minister said massive attacks targeting Ukraine’s energy sector were being prepared in the coming weeks.
Boulaye Dia is expected to leave Lazio to join Stade Rennais, according to a report by Wiwsport. No details of the deal have been provided in the available information.