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Algeria:Bouteflika,the Ruling Wing and the Upcoming Elections

Questions have been raised among presidential candidates and former government officials on whether Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s ailing condition would permit him to run a fourth term in office. Among those who raised concern is presidential candidate and retired Algerian Navy commander Mohamed Al-Taher .In his criticism against the election process he said “preparations for […]

Morocco Receives 5 Swiss Rescue Helicopters

Morocco’s Royal Gendarmerie has received 5 helicopters from the Swiss Air Rescue (REGA) to strengthen the response, search and rescue capabilities of the county police of the North African Kingdom. According to “Forum Far-Maroc” web site, an online news platform focusing on Moroccan Royal Armed Forces (FAR) activities as well as on armaments and defense […]

France to Stage Libyan Summit as Push for Elections

Libyan factions are likely to be invited in the French capital late this month as France seeks to secure holding of elections in the conflict-torn North African country as a way out of chaos. The meeting in the French capital is likely to take place on May 29, Reuters reports citing three unnamed European diplomats. […]