The US State Department denied Egypt $96 million in aid and delayed $195 million in military funding because of concerns over Egypt’s human rights record and its cozy relationship with North Korea. Sources from the State Department confirm that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson authorized the $195 million to be held in reserve until Egypt […]
King Mohammed VI has contracted the flu and will therefore observe a period of rest and avoid traveling, following the recommendations of the Sovereign’s personal doctor, a statement by Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery said. King Mohammed VI has contracted a flu and for this reason, his personal physician has recommended […]
In Libya, oil infrastructure is once again being used as leverage to pressure the Tripoli Government. On Tuesday, residents of Zintan shut down the oil valves in protest over the kidnapping last Wednesday of Brigadier General Mustafa al-Whayshi, the director of the Central Security Department within the intelligence service. His kidnappers have not yet come […]
