Libya: Islamic State follows Tobruk’s footsteps and calls for reinforcement

As clashes of government troops in Libya against the Islamic State (IS) militants continue, a video has been released by the extremist group calling for more militants to join them in Libya. Last week, the Tobruk based-government requested brother Arab countries to help it fight the group but the rival government in Tripoli warned that […]

ECOWAS peacekeeping force is welcome step, yet full of challenges — African analysts

The plan recently agreed by West African leaders to set up ECOWAS peacekeeping force is “a welcome development,” African analysts say but they are skeptical of success because restoring peace and order will not be easy. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) agreed at a summit this week to establish a regional standby […]

Tindouf Camps: One Person Killed in Protests against Polisario leadership

At least one person was killed and several others were wounded in clashes between protesters from Oulad Tidrarine tribe and armed militiamen of the separatist movement.   These deadly clashes occurred during a ceremony attended by the leaders of the Algeria-backed separatist group. The Polisario militias responded violently to stone-throwing by angry demonstrators, resulting in […]