West African republic facing a military transition and elections amid regional scrutiny
India says it is arranging early repatriation of mortal remains after Indian seafarers were killed in U.S.-led strikes off Oman. More than 18,000 Indian sailors are in the Middle East; 300,000+ work globally. The death follows attacks on tankers, triggering protests and diplomatic protests with the U.S. and allies.
The Central African Republic’s Special Criminal Court is hearing the sixth case linked to crimes by security forces under former President François Bozizé. Bozizé, 79, lives in exile in Guinea-Bissau and is tried in absentia for crimes including murder, torture and enforced disappearance. Three former senior officers are also on trial; the case follows years of conflict and violent factionalism in CAR.