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A large majority of Americans support sanctions on Russia and sending aid to Ukraine according to a new poll.
But the Washington Post-ABC News poll also revealed strong opposition to any direct military conflict with Moscow.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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South African health authorities believe that the country may enter a fifth COVID-19 wave weeks earlier than originally anticipated. The daily infection rate is climbing to the highest levels recorded this year, but hospitals are not yet reporting increases in intensive care admissions or COVID-19 deaths. Mark Roughton reports.
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Chaos disrupted the Eid Celebrations in Ethiopia's capital after gunshots were fired and teargas was discharged in the middle of prayers.
Thousands were gathered at a stadium in the capital Addis Ababa to mark the end of the fasting period.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:
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The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres is in West Africa for a four-day Ramadan solidarity visit.
On his First stop in Senegal, The UN chief said the war in Ukraine is aggravating a "triple food, energy and financial crisis," across Africa, and has called for a steady flow of food and energy in open markets, devoid of unnecessary export restrictions.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja.
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Dar es Salaam Special Zone Police have also confirmed that they have already arrested 10 suspected members of a teenage armed gang going under the name 'Panya Road' The gang has raided houses on three Chanika streets, injured and looted property including mobile phones and television sets.
Daniel Kijo reports.
Energy ministers from the European Union's 27 member states are holding emergency talks after Russian energy giant Gazprom cut gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria last week.
Ministers will be mulling their short-term response, as well as tougher sanctions on Moscow.
Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels.
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Intro: India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a three-day trip to Europe to strengthen bilateral ties.
India's been facing criticism over its so-called neutral stance on Russia.
But through a flurry of diplomatic activity, it's hoping to maintain strong relations with key allies – such as the European Union.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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China is tightening COVID-19 restrictions in Beijing as a virus outbreak continues to grow.
The capital has logged more than 300 cases in the past ten days.
Richard Kimber reports.
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The billionaire has to trump up $21 billion in cash, to finance the deal.
U.S. Correspondent Caroline Malone reports.
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Senior delegations from France, Germany, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union have concluded a joint visit to the Sudanese capital Khartoum to show support for restoring the democratic path following the country's recent coup.
Naba Mohiedeen reports from Khartoum;
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Former Grand Slam tennis champion Boris Becker has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. The sports star was convicted of four offences under the Insolvency Act after being found guilty of breaching the terms of a 2017 bankruptcy. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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