About 160 million people are eligible to vote in a presidential contest between the leftist incumbent and his predecessor’s son.
The senator represents a conservative movement gaining ground across Latin America with encouragement from Donald Trump.
By FRANCE 24 · France 24
Sweden raises concerns over Russian property purchases near military sitesRFI
Authorities fear the properties could support espionage or facilitate sabotage.
The billionaire alleges that Ukrainian authorities breached the network’s rules through military use.
BBC News
The proposed Mediterranean economic corridor prompts protests from Greece, with the European Union also becoming involved.
Iliana Iotova, the serving president, is the favourite; she supports talks with Russia and rejects military assistance to Ukraine.
The displacement occurs on October 24 during an operation following an attack that killed 2 soldiers.
By RFI avec AFP · RFI
Publishers strengthen checks amid suspicions of writing generated by artificial intelligenceFrance 24
Thélyson Orélien’s novel raises suspicions about the use of the technology.
Le Monde
Pakistan urges Afghanistan to act against armed organisationsLe Devoir
Pakistani authorities say more than 2,800 attacks have killed 3,000 people since January.
Le Monde
WhatsApp scams raise concern among African usersFrance 24
Police in Senegal flag fraudulent links, while experts in Morocco warn about hijacked accounts and identity theft.
Gabon restores social media access after 8 monthsLe Monde
Since October, users have been required to identify themselves, ending the option of remaining anonymous.
Chile releases prisoners convicted of sexual offences against minors after sentence reductionsRFI
The government grants good-behaviour reductions to 56 prisoners without prior court approval; most leave prison.
Dakar prepares for Youth Olympic Games opening in a weekFrance 24
Senegal is preparing to host 2,700 athletes from around the world despite economic difficulties.
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