Al Jazeera English
At least 18 killed, dozens injured in Nigeria suicide attacks
At least 18 people were killed and dozens injured in a series of blasts by suspected female suicide bombers in Nigeria’s Borno State. The attacks targeted a wedding, a hospital, and a funeral in Gwoza town. The violence, attributed to Boko Haram and ISWAP, has killed thousands and displaced millions in the region. Security forces continue to combat the armed groups responsible.
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Hindustan Times
South African parties agree on Cabinet positions, sealing deal on new coalition government
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa forms a new Cabinet with a coalition government, including the former main opposition party and nine others. The ANC retains the largest share of ministerial positions, but includes members from other parties. The coalition was formed after the ANC lost its parliamentary majority in the recent election.
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BBC.com
Hurricane Beryl seen from space in Caribbean
Hurricane Beryl, the first of the season, to bring destructive winds and flooding to Caribbean islands. Satellite footage shows speeds up to 155mph. Barbados warns of power outages and flash flooding, with the eye passing 26 miles south. Forecast predicts the hurricane will strengthen.
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CTV News
The Taliban tell the West to look past harsh edicts on Afghan women and girls and build ties
Taliban urges the West to overlook restrictions on Afghan women for better relations. Spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid calls for recognition of religious values at U.N. meeting in Qatar. Taliban’s improving ties with regional countries noted. Afghan women excluded from talks draw criticism from rights groups and Malala Yousufzai. Taliban defends their treatment of women as internal matter.
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Al Jazeera English
Far right wins in first round of French elections
Far-right RN wins 34% in France’s snap parliamentary elections, surpassing Macron’s centrist alliance. RN eyes forming government, but rivals plan to block in second round vote. Macron calls for democratic alliance against far-right. High turnout at 65.5%. Protests erupt in major cities.