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November 7, 2021 (Sunday)

Armed conflicts and attacks

Attempted assassination of Mustafa Al-Kadhimi
- A drone is launched against the Baghdad home of Iraqi prime minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, injuring six members of his security personnel. Al-Kadhimi survives the assassination attempt. (Reuters)
Aftermath of the October 2021 Sudanese coup d'état
- Protests continue nationwide and an intensive civil disobedience movement begins in cities across the country, as pressure mounts on the military to transfer power back to civilian leaders. Police use tear gas to disperse the crowds. (Deutsche Welle)

Disasters and accidents

Niger gold mine collapse
- At least 18 people are killed during the collapse of an artisanal gold mine in Dan Issa, Maradi Region. (Reuters)

Health and environment

Politics and elections

2021 Nicaraguan general election
- Nicaraguans head to the polls to elect their president. Incumbent Daniel Ortega seeks his fourth term despite condemnation of the election by the international community due to many opposition candidates being arrested and imprisoned. (CNN)

Sports

2021 NASCAR Cup Series
- Kyle Larson wins the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series championship. It is Larson's first career championship in NASCAR Cup competition. (NBC Sports)

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