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The Spectre of Voter Apathy Haunts Algeria’s Parliamentary Elections

As Algeria braces for Parliamentary elections on May 4, 2017, the FLN-led government sees the upcoming polls as a means to keep the political status quo feeding the disenchantment of a population battered by worsening economic conditions. The 2017 parliamentary elections are taking place in a context marked by an acute crisis reminiscent of the […]

Libya: Serraj makes unannounced visit to Italy, Rome supports GNA

Italian Prime Minister Renzi promises Italy’s full to Libya’s unity government as designed Prime Minister of the Libyan Government of National Accord (GNA) held secret talks with the Italian Premier. Prime Minister Serraj embarked on Monday on his first Europe tour in his tenure as the new Libyan leader. His visit to the Italian leader […]

Morocco Foils Smuggling Attempt of 2.6 Tons of Cannabis

Moroccan police of the city of Fez intercepted on Wednesday 2.6 tons of cannabis packed aboard a Morocco-registered truck.   The 35-year old driver was arrested with the illicit cargo at a local gas station. A probe is underway to determine the possible links between this smuggling operation and international drug-trafficking networks.   This drug-busting […]