Israeli delegation visits Mohammed V mausoleum august 2021

Somalia’s Puntland claims victory over Islamic State, but future challenges remain

After nearly two months of intense combat, Puntland forces in Somalia claim to have successfully pushed back Islamic State (IS) militants, dealing significant blows to the terror group in the region. However, despite recent victories, experts warn that the IS may attempt to regroup and continue its operations across the Horn of Africa. The offensive, […]

Saudi investment company in Egypt to acquire 25 per cent of fertilizer giant MOPCO

The recently launched Saudi-Egyptian Investment Company (SEIC) is set to acquire 25 per cent of stakes in Egyptian fertilizer giant Misr Fertilizers Production Company (MOPCO) for an unrevealed amount. The deal, Arab Finance reports citing a source who asked not be named, might have been executed Tuesday or it would be carried out this Wednesday […]

Algeria: Alleged Paris Attacks Suspect in Custody

An Algerian, allegedly linked to the November 13 attacks in Paris has been arrested and placed in detention at Akbou, near Béjaïa. The man appeared before Akbou court after he was summoned by the judge who put him in detention on February 23. According to Algerian local daily “Le Soir d’Algérie,” the suspect is Zouhir […]