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Sudan's military takes back key strategic city from RSF paramilitary group

NPR

By Emmanuel Akinwotu

Published January 13, 2025 at 4:06 AM EST

Sudan's military has recaptured a strategic city from the paramilitary group accused of genocide. Could this be a key moment to mark a turning point in the conflict?

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Emmanuel Akinwotu

Emmanuel Akinwotu is an international correspondent for NPR. He joined NPR in 2022 from The Guardian, where he was West Africa correspondent.

As dangerous winds are expected to pick up, Los Angeles braces for new fires

Chandelis Duster

Damaging winds gusting between 55 and 70 mph are forecast, increasing fire risks across LA and Ventura counties over the next few days. More than 150,000 people are already under evacuation orders.
National & International News

What to know about the Israel and Hamas Gaza ceasefire and hostage release talks

Daniel Estrin

The basic framework, officials familiar with the talks say, is an exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, and a six-week ceasefire. Mediators are applying pressure on all parties.
Winds threaten the containment of wildfires. And, DHS chief reflects on his career

Brittney Melton

Santa Ana winds are expected to pick back up, threatening the containment of Southern California wildfires. And, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas reflects on his career.

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