Russian defense minister lauds Egypt’s fight against terrorism

Russian defense minister Monday hailed Egypt’s combat against terrorism noting also that the most populated Arab country plays a “key role in resolving political and economic issues in North Africa and the Middle East”, Russian news agency TASS reports. Sergey Shoigu hosted his Egyptian counterpart Mohamed Ahmed Zaki in Moscow for talks on cooperation between […]

Tunisia: Monday deadline for a new Prime Minister

Tunisian political parties have been unable to choose a new Prime Minister during their week long negotiations. Monday has been fixed as the new deadline for them. Some members of the opposition are accusing Ennahda of delaying the process in order to stay longer in power. Several names have been considered as potential candidates in […]

Foodstuff shortages worsen in cash-strapped Tunisia

Shortages are worsening in Tunisia which suffers from a financial problem now apparent in the inability of importers to pay for their orders. The list of shortages has expanded to cover petrol, diesel, sugar, bottled-water, flour, coffee as well as fruits and vegetables to mention but necessities. The lack of sugar in the country has […]