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*) Ukraine warns against "apocalyptic predictions" Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has warned against "apocalyptic predictions" on an imminent Russian invasion. He says his country is strong and has unprecedented international support. His statement came after US officials said Russian forces could take over Kiev within 48 hours in case of a full invasion. *) DPRK using cyberattacks to fund its nuclear programme A UN report says cyberattacks on cryptocurrency exchanges funded North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes. The report says hackers stole more than 50 million dollars worth of digital assets between 2020 and mid-2021. The report cites that cyberattacks remain an important revenue source for Pyongyang's nuclear programmes. *) African Union condemns wave of coups The African Union has condemed the recent wave of coups that resulted in four member states being suspended from the bloc in one year's time. The 55-member body held a two-day meeting to discuss a range of issues affecting Africa, including the pandemic and the conflict in Ethiopia. Participants also discussed Israel's highly controversial observer status to the bloc. Members states called for civilian rule to be restored in the four West African countries hit by military coups in the last 18 months. *) Tunisia judicial watchdog rejects president’s move Tunisia's Supreme Judicial Council has rejected the president's move to dissolve it, saying they will continue to carry out their duties. However, hundreds of people came out to support President Kais Saied on Sunday, following his overnight announcement to dissolve the council. He has already sacked the parliament, and the prime minister has often criticised the judiciary, accusing it of delays in ruling on corruption and terrorism cases. The head of the body has called this latest power move illegal and warns that judicial officials won't remain silent. *) Senegal wins Africa Cup Senegal has won its first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title after defeating Egypt in Cameroon's capital, Yaounde The match went to penalties, after full time and extra time both ended goalless. Mo Salah's men were hoping to lift the trophy for a record eighth time, but his Liverpool teammate, Sadio Mane, ended that dream. He made the spot kick that sealed the deal for the Senegalese, beating The Pharoahs 4-2 on penalties.