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1. Iran security chief Larijani reported killed as conflict escalates

   Iran’s powerful security chief Ali Larijani has reportedly been killed, according to Israel’s defence minister Israel Katz, though Tehran is yet to confirm the claim.

2. Kenya: Nairobi building collapse kills at least two and injures several others

   Kenya is dealing with the aftermath of a building collapse in Nairobi that killed at least four people during a demolition that went wrong.

3. Senegal's Ousmane Sonko mobilizes Pastef ahead of 2027 elections

   Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko held a series of political meetings over the weekend, convening allies and party members to structure his camp ahead of local elections in 2027, while announcing the first-ever congress of his party, Pastef, scheduled for June 6.

4. Nigeria’s president vows tougher action after deadly Maiduguri attacks

   Nigeria’s president vows tougher action after deadly Maiduguri attacks

5. Trump presses allies for Strait of Hormuz as major powers push back

   President Donald Trump on Monday urged allied nations to join U.S. efforts to secure the strategic Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "test of loyalty"—but key partners including Britain, Germany, Japan and Australia swiftly distanced themselves from any military role.