Pope Leo is maintaining his regular schedule on Monday as he awaits surgery to remove a small growth found on one of his lungs, the Vatican said.

Security officials say there is a strong likelihood the threats could be carried out, as authorities order action.

Activists say US lawmakers must be held accountable for military assistance to Israel and investments in weapons manufacturers.

West Darfur governor says the capture of Bir Kelekel is strategically significant due to its location near Jebel Moon

The second patient is a close family member of the first case and was already in quarantine when he fell ill, the health ministry said.

Twelve people were sent by the United States to Burundi in August under its programme to send foreign nationals to third countries, a Burundian security source has told AFP.