Lebanon Anti-government demonstration called off, PM threatens to step down

Fresh clashes erupt between Haftar, GNA forces threatening frail ceasefire

Armed clashes erupted between forces of UN-backed Government of National and those of rebel Gen. Khalifa Haftar Sunday in south Libya putting at stake a frail ceasefire, Libya Observer reports. Sources told the media the clashes occurred when Sabha military zone officers of the GNA gathered to read out a congratulatory statement on Libya’s Independence […]

Morocco recalls its ambassador to Germany in a spat over Sahara

Morocco has recalled its Ambassador to Berlin for consultation in a diplomatic spat over the Sahara and in protest against the “the hostile acts” made by Germany to undermine the interests of the North African Kingdom. Germany has adopted “a destructive attitude on the issue of the Moroccan Sahara”, following the US presidential Proclamation recognizing […]

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger juntas confirm plan to form new tri-state confederation

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have confirmed their commitment to form a confederation following their ‘exit’ from the regional bloc ECOWAS and called to “urgently” draft provisions ensuring the free movement of people and goods between the three West African countries. A trilateral meeting of ministerial delegations on 15 February also recommended expanding the Alliance […]