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Religious Freedom: U.S. State Department lists Algeria among world’s worst violators

Algeria has been named by the U.S. State Department among the world worst violators of religious freedom. It is the only country in North Africa included in the U.S. black-list. “I have designated Algeria, Azerbaijan, the Central African Republic, Comoros and Vietnam as Special Watch List countries for engaging in or tolerating severe violations of […]

Morocco warns of separatism-terrorism nexus in Africa

Separatism and terrorism are two sides of the same coins as fighters especially in Africa swap from one side to another, Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita said. “The collusion against the sovereignty and stability of states, and the convergence of financial, tactical and operational means, create an objective alliance between terrorist and separatist groups,” Bourita […]

Egypt to build third canal immediately after inaugurating new one

While the inauguration of the New Suez Canal is just about two weeks ahead, Egypt has announced that there are plans to build a third canal. The New Suez Canal, whose construction was launched last year to reduce the country’s unemployment rate and also to boost income, is scheduled to be inaugurated on August 6th. […]