World

Our Privacy Statement & Cookie Policy

By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser.

I agree

GLOBAL HEADLINES

WORLD IN VIEW

NEWS ANALYSIS

HOT TAKES

PRO TALK

GLOBAL TRADE WATCH

MIDDLE EAST

Local stories, global relevance

Sudan lifts two-year curfew in Khartoum amid ongoing conflict

People and private vehicles were previously barred from moving between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., while commercial transport faced restrictions from 10:00 p.m. The measures, introduced during the conflict, are now being lifted as authorities attempt to restore a sense of normal life in the capital.
29-Aug-2026

Gunfire, explosions reported near military base in Niger capital

Social media posts reported shooting near "Base 101" and within the capital's administrative district, home to the presidential palace and national television headquarters. Videos circulating online showed armed and armored vehicles moving through parts of the city, although the footage and its timing should be independently verified.
29-Aug-2026

The hidden toll of treating the wounded in South Sudan

At Wau Teaching Hospital in northwestern South Sudan, medical workers treating victims of conflict and inter-communal violence are confronting a less visible consequence of war: the strain on their mental health.
28-Aug-2026

EUROPE

Exploring Europe through diverse voices and views
/ 5

AFRICA

Authentic voices, real stories from Africa

MORE FROM CGTN WORLD