Today's briefing
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August 1, 2023
The Niger junta is under pressure to reinstate the ousted president as Western powers and regional allies impose sanctions. In Pakistan, a suicide bombing at a pro-Taliban rally has killed at least 54 people. Concerns are raised about Russian mercenaries potentially threatening the Baltic states. Beijing faces devastating floods caused by heavy rainfall and a typhoon, resulting in deaths and evacuations."