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Algeria: Ailing President Bouteflika Set to Run for Fifth Term

As ridicule never killed anyone, ailing Abdelaziz Bouteflika will not quit the Algerian Presidency after his fourth term. Despite his health condition, which has confined him to a wheelchair, his inability to speak intelligibly in public or even meet visiting counterparts, Bouteflika is poised to run for a fifth term. That is what his henchman, […]

Morocco defends Sahara development progress at UN as Green March anniversary approaches

Morocco’s UN Ambassador Omar Hilale delivered a forceful defense of the kingdom’s sovereignty over Western Sahara at the UN General Assembly’s Fourth Committee Wednesday, emphasizing the region’s transformation into a hub of peace and economic development as the nation prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of the Green March. Speaking in New York, Hilale characterized […]

Repatriated Moroccans from Syria risk terrorism charges

The eight individuals who were repatriated from Syria Sunday risk being prosecuted on terrorism charges according to the Moroccan law. Moroccan authorities announced Sunday the repatriation of eight Moroccans from war-torn Syria on “humanitarian grounds”, noting that this operation is part of Morocco’s contributions to international counterterrorism efforts. The repatriated individuals are currently undergoing investigations […]