Morocco: ISIS-affiliated terrorist cell dismantled in Tangier

The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) dismantled, this Monday morning an ISIS-affiliated terrorist cell operating in the city of Tangier, part of Morocco’s continuous efforts to fight violent extremism and neutralize the terrorist threats, which threaten the security and the safety of citizens. According to a statement from the BCIJ, members of the rapid […]

Algeria turns back to accord with Morocco on iron mine in Tindouf

Algerian state media announced that the country signed a memorandum of understanding with a consortium of Chinese companies to exploit an iron ore in Tindouf, near the Moroccan border, in a move that violates an agreement signed with Morocco.   The consortium, which includes China International Water & Electric Corp, Heyday Solar and the iron […]

Sudan’s ruling generals, main pro-democracy group ink framework deal until elections

Sudan’s ruling generals and the main pro-democracy group have inked a framework deal until elections but key dissenters have stayed out of the agreement. The deal, the first of at least two planned accords, that was signed this Monday, pledges to establish a new, civilian-led transitional government to guide the country to elections and offers […]