The verdict has sparked international outrage and is widely seen as a blow to freedom of expression in Egypt. Read more »
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The restrictive measures will continue to apply to President Robert Mugabe and his wife Grace Mugabe. Read more »
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U.S. officials have warned that the Democratic Republic of Congo could be hit by violence if President Joseph Kabila does not step down. Read more »
The Rwandan government has denied UN allegations that it is recruiting and training refugees with the aim of overthrowing President Pierre Nkurunziza. Read more »
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