A former Maldivian vice-president has been sent back from India after illegally trying to enter the country.
Ahmed Adeeb tried to enter the southern Indian city of Thoothukudi through a tugboat.
However Indian authorities detained him and eventually sent him back to the Maldives.
He's expected to reach the Maldives by Sunday or Monday.
At least 18 dead after boat capsizes in northern Cameroon
At least 18 people died when a boat carrying passengers heading to a market in Cameroon's Far North region capsized, a local administrative official said on Friday.
Macron unveils renovated Notre-Dame ahead of reopening
France will unveil the new Notre-Dame Cathedral to the world as President Emmanuel Macron takes tour to celebrate its restoration, five-and-a-half years after the devastating fire of 2019.
Lebanese parliament plans session to elect president
Lebanon's parliament will convene on January 9 to elect a president after a two-year vacuum, Lebanon's National News Agency (NNA) said on Thursday.
Opposition disrupts Indian parliament for fourth day
The lower house of India's parliament was suspended temporarily on Friday for a fourth day in a row this week following disruptions as opposition lawmakers sought a discussion on the allegations against Adani Group.
Russia hits Ukrainian energy facilities, causes blackouts
Russia unleashed on Thursday its second big attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure this month, leaving much of the country without power.
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