India evacuates coastal Andhra Pradesh as Cyclone Murasu nears landfall
Authorities in India's southern state of Andhra Pradesh have begun evacuating residents from low-lying coastal areas as Cyclone Murasu approaches the south India coast. The storm is expected to make landfall near Ongole late on Monday or early on Tuesday, with officials warning of severe winds and heavy rain. The state is still recovering from a deadly cyclone last week, adding to concern over the impact of the new system.About 2,000 people had already been moved to safer locations by Monday, according to the Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority. Officials say they are planning to evacuate around 30,000 people... [Continue Reading]
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US sanctions Rwanda's defence ministry over eastern DR Congo conflict
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda's defence ministry over its alleged role in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Washington says the ministry supported the M23 rebel group and is pressing Kigali to withdraw its troops from Congolese territory. The move adds fresh pressure to efforts to contain a war that has continued despite a US-brokered peace agreement.US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Rwanda must halt its support for M23 and pull its forces out of eastern DRC. The Treasury said Rwanda's defence ministry directed thousands of troops to fight alongside M23, and provided weapons, equipment,... [Continue Reading]