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Abyei Residents Consider Unilateral Referendum, Says South Sudan Diplomat

South Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Barnaba Marial Benjamin, said residents of the disputed oil-rich Abyei region are restless and contemplating holding a referendum to determine whether to remain in Sudan or return to South Sudan.

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Obama Calls French President Over Spying Allegations

U.S. President Barack Obama called France's President Francois Hollande on Monday to discuss French outrage about claims that a U.S. spy agency eavesdropped on millions of phone calls of French citizens.

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Kenya Mall Security Footage Appears to Show Soldiers Looting Shops

New security camera footage from the Nairobi mall where militants staged a deadly attack last month appears to show soldiers looting goods from stores inside.

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Death Toll from Mali Boat Accident Rises to 72

Authorities in Mali say the death toll from a boat accident near the town of Konna last week has more than tripled to 72.

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