French president Francois Hollande has confirmed seven French nationals - four adults and three children - have been kidnapped in Cameroon by a militant organisation known to French authorities. The hostages are understood to be from the same family.
At least five French nationals have been kidnapped in northern Cameroon near the border with Nigeria, according to Reuters citing Radio France International.
The station said between five and seven people were abducted by armed men on motorbikes and were being taken towards Nigeria.
The Democratic presidential candidate may also have shown his cards on his choice of running mate.
The US president also shared a post on Twitter accusing Dr Anthony Fauci of misleading the public over hydroxychloroquine.
Fears over an impending second wave of coronavirus dominates Wednesday’s front pages.