PM Fico’s condition currently not life-threatening
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot at point-blank range when meeting supporters. His condition is “serious” but currently not life-threatening, according to doctors.
Army says coup foiled in DRC
DRC armed forces say they have thwarted an attempted coup involving Congolese and foreign fighters. A shootout was previously reported in the capital, Kinshasa.
French forces clear roadblocks to the airport in New Caledonia
France has been attempting to restore order in the Pacific territory since riots broke out earlier this week. Airlines have suspended flights over the unrest.
President’s helicopter suffers ‘hard landing’
A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has been involved in an “accident” in the north of the country. Rescue and relief teams have been dispatched to the area, according to state media.
Dominican Republic elections overshadowed by Haiti crisis
The election in the Dominican Republic is widely seen as a referendum on the highly popular incumbent and anti-corruption crusader, Luis Abinader. The crisis in neighbouring Haiti dominated the election campaign.