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Slovenian troops remain in Mali for now, defence minister says

Brussels – Defence Minister Matej Tonin said on Thursday that Slovenian soldiers remain in Mali for now and continue training Mali troops. The statement comes after France announced its troops would withdraw from this African country, where Slovenia currently has nine soldiers in the EU Training Mission (EUTM).

"20 euros for pensioners tomorrow, for other citizens - on Wednesday and Thursday"

Mali said that tomorrow pensioners, recipients of financial social assistance and persons in the Institute for the Execution of Criminal Sanctions will receive assistance. The money will be paid to other adult citizens on December 8 and 9, the Ministry of Finance announced.

What Djilas said about lithium four years ago: "It will employ thousands of people"

Four years ago, he was an ardent supporter of this project, Belgrade media report.
Referring to the interview of Djilas for Nedeljnik on October 25, 2017, they write that he literally said that we should talk about the concession for those mines, because it is a huge chance for Serbia.

Presidents of Turkey, Niger discuss regional development

In a phone call, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Nov. 18 discussed regional developments with Mohamed Bazoum, his counterpart from the West African country of Niger.

During the call, Erdoğan said that he places great importance on relations with Niger, Turkey's Communications Directorate said in a statement.

Tunisia film festival opens with 'taboo' abortion movie

Tunisia's prestigious Carthage Film Festival has opened with a screening of "Lingui" -a movie from Chad about a teenage girl who seeks an abortion.

The festival showcases 57 diverse films from 45 Arab and African countries, with screenings not only in cinemas, but in prisons and military barracks too.

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