Mauritanian Mohamed Ould Ghazouani sworn-in as new President

Morocco’s King defers official activities because of severe influenza

King Mohammed VI of Morocco has to cancel all official activities for a couple of weeks at the advice of his physician who diagnosed him with a severe influenza syndrome. The King contracted the flu during his recent visit to India but the syndrome became more severe with bronchopulmonary and oropharyngeal symptoms and a voice […]

US reiterates recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

The Trump administration has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and reaffirmed that the autonomy plan represents the only basis for a just and lasting solution to the dispute. This came in a State Department statement following talks in Washington between foreign minister Nasser Bourita and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “The […]

Tunisia: State of Emergency for extra 4 months

President Essebsi of Tunisia has decided to extend the State of Emergency in the country by four months effective this Thursday June 15. The decision was made after consultations with the Prime Minister and the Parliament Speaker but details about what led to the extension were not revealed. However, a source at the presidency said […]