EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell

Algeria: EuroMed Rights Calls for Democratic Transition; Respect of Human Rights

As Algerian demonstrations continue across the country demanding the departure of President Bouteflika at the end of his current mandate, EuroMed Rights has called on the Algerian authorities to respect the freedom of expression and the right to peaceful demonstration, as guaranteed by the Algerian Constitution and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights […]

Algeria backpedals on expanding gas pipeline to Spain

After failing to honor its gas shipment promises to Spain, Alegria decided to halt works to expand the Medgaz pipeline to Spain vindicating the fears of Spanish gas importers and undermining its market share in the Spanish market. Algeria had promised Spain to expand the capacity of the Medgaz pipeline from 8 billion cubic meters […]

Frontex report underscores Morocco’s role in managing EU migration flows

Morocco occupies a central place in managing migration along Europe’s south‑western frontier, according to Frontex’s Annual Risk Analysis 2026/2027, which highlights the growing cooperation with Morocco to curb illegal flows. The report highlights how migration trends remain uneven despite a broader decline in arrivals. Irregular border crossings into the EU fell by about 26% in […]