UK Government under Criticism for Selling Arms to Repressive Regimes, including Algeria

The UK government has been accused of putting arms sales to despots ahead of human rights as British arms manufacturers have exported almost £5bn worth of weapons to countries that are judged to have repressive regimes, including Algeria, in the 22 months since the Conservative party won the latest election, the Guardian reported. Algeria was […]

Tunisia reaps over €450 million from ousted president Ben Ali’s assets

Tunisia has reaped over €450 million from the sales of part of ousted President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali’s assets, announced Wednesday Tunisian Finance Minister Slim Chaker. Following Ben Ali’s ouster in 2011, the new authorities had seized his assets, as well as those of his spouse, other relatives, close aides and some senior politicians […]

Morocco’s King extends condolences to US President following death of Madeleine Albright

King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolences and compassion to US President Joe Biden, following the passing away of the former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright. The Sovereign expressed deep sadness at the news of the passing away of the Former Secretary of State, whom he described as “an outstanding figure who […]