Algeria – Iran to “expand and deepen” ties

Algiers and Tehran have established very good ties and it is deemed to continue with the incoming president, Hassan Rouhani. During a meeting between high-ranking officials of both countries before the inauguration ceremony of President Rouhani, the new leader stated that their relations should be expanded. The Algerian delegation which will witness the inauguration ceremony […]

AU sanctions Tunisia for failing to pay 2020 dues

The African Union slapped sanctions on Tunisia for failing to pay 2020 membership dues, the Tunisian Foreign Minister has told state-run news agency TAP. Othmane Jarandi told the agency as part of the sanctions, the North African country will be deprived of voting and consultation rights during the next six months. The top diplomat revealed […]

Morocco: Algerian suspected for links with drug trafficking arrested in Fez

Security forces in Fez, northeastern Morocco, have arrested an Algerian national wanted in his home country for alleged connection with drug trafficking. A statement from the national security directorate, DGSN, revealed that the 36-year old suspect was arrested while he was applying for a residence permit in Morocco.   Security forces found out during the […]