Maltese FM Evarist Bartolo

Europe rushes to Africa for gas alternatives as dependence on Russian gas dims

Several European countries are increasingly turning to the African continent for gas supply as best alternative to the Russian gas as western countries look to reduce and end dependence on Moscow. Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in February this year, tensions built up between Russian President Vladimir Putin and European countries. The Russian […]

Gulf Cooperation Council emphasizes importance of strategic partnership with Morocco

The Ministerial Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) stressed, Wednesday in Riyadh, the importance of the strategic partnership with Morocco. In a statement issued at the end of the 148th session of the GCC, the Ministerial Council expressed its solidarity and full support for all the measures taken by Morocco for the preservation of […]

Islamic law and human rights: do they mix? (part II)

Muslim jurists can interpret Islamic law in a way that is consistent with international human rights law. Militants of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria have raised concern over the impact of a conservative interpretation of the Sharia (i.e. Islamic law). The jihadist group, which grew out of Al Qaeda in Iraq, proclaims itself […]