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Algeria: Prominent Hirak leader sentenced to one year in prison

A leading figure in the popular uprising in Algeria, also known as Hirak, was sentenced Tuesday to one year in prison in a trial denounced by his defense who was not informed about the hearing. Karim Tabbou, a political activist, in prison since September was summoned in court in capital Algiers Tuesday. The prosecution charged […]

US Congressmen introduce resolution celebrating 250 years of Moroccan-American alliance

A resolution has been introduced to the Congress recognizing the centuries-old alliance between Morocco and the United States. The text, submitted by Congressman Brad Schneider to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, highlights “the longstanding friendship” between the two countries, which prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of their diplomatic ties in 2027. The resolution commends […]

Algerian law legalizing oppressive practices against journalists raises rights watchdogs alarm

After a series of arbitrary arrests and bogus charges against outspoken reporters, Algeria moved to institutionalize its crackdown on free speech through a law that makes muzzling the press a legal process. The law includes provisions forcing journalists to uncover their sources and bans receiving foreign funds, a charge that has been used to shutdown […]