Algeria: Bouteflika suspected of strengthening strategic allies

President Bouteflika has carried a major political decision since returning from his treatment in France by reshuffling his cabinet. Principal ministerial posts such as interior, defense and foreign affairs ministries have been affected. Critics claim that the reshuffling is aimed at strengthening the 76 year old president’s grip to power while enthusiasts believe that it […]

Tunisia investigates theft of valuable artifacts to go under hammer in France

Tunisia has launched a probe into the theft of a lot of historical items shipped to France where they are to be sold at auction. Faouzi Mahfoudh, Head of the National Heritage Institute, told AFP authorities Tuesday launched the investigation after the institute reported the theft. The 114 objects according to Mahfoudh were smuggled out […]

TotalEnergies faces manslaughter investigation in France over 2021 Mozambique attack

French prosecutors have launched a judicial investigation into TotalEnergies, accusing the oil giant of involuntary manslaughter and failing to assist people in danger during a brutal jihadist attack in Mozambique’s Palma region in March 2021. The attack, carried out by Islamist militants linked to ISIS, left over 1,400 people dead or missing, including 55 subcontractors […]