French FM reiterates support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara before visit to Algiers

French foreign minister Jean Noël Barrot reaffirmed his country’s position in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara territory, a few days before he heads to Algiers, in a visit announced in a joint French-Algerian statement signaling the end of a row over the fate of the former Spanish colony. “Just a few months ago, […]

Lebanon spells out clear-cut stand in support of Morocco’s territorial integrity

Lebanon reaffirmed its steady position in support of Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over the Sahara, Lebanese foreign and defense minister, Zeina Acar said. Acar said her country does not recognize any separatist entity in southern Morocco making the position of her country clear once and for all. The remarks were made during talks with […]

Cholera Outbreak in Algeria Triggers Fears in Neighboring Countries

The cholera epidemic is spreading rapidly in Algeria where more and more people are falling sick, hospitalized or dying from this highly contagious disease, according to local press reports. North African countries are deeply concerned about the situation, fearing contamination, as Algerian authorities were slow to react to the plague, failed to spot the early […]