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Libya: Islamist vs. Islamist, war declared and preparations ongoing

The militants of the Islamic state in Libya referred to as the “takfiri” militant group has declared war on the Tripoli-based government shortly after carrying out a suicide bomb attack in Misrata. Tripoli has responded to the announcement by calling for all security forces and armed men to mobilize and fight against the group while […]

Wagner’s long shadow: Mali reels from mercenary legacy of violence and failure

A new report by war crimes watchdog The Sentry exposes the Wagner Group’s deeply destabilizing three-year presence in Mali, revealing a record of military failure, civilian massacres, and political fractures rather than security gains. Deployed in 2022 under a $10 million/month deal with Mali’s junta, the Russian paramilitary force claimed its “mission was accomplished” upon […]

Morocco mobilizes massive transport capacity for summer ‘Marhaba’ operation

Morocco’s Transport Ministry has unveiled comprehensive measures to accommodate 7.5 million passengers and 2 million vehicles during the annual “Marhaba” operation, deploying 29 vessels across 13 maritime routes in coordination with multiple stakeholders. Transport Minister Abdessamad Kayouh, addressing Parliament on Monday, detailed the extensive mobilization including ships with weekly capacity for 500,000 passengers and 130,000 […]