Washington Near East Policy Institute Sees Bleak Prospects for Bouteflika’s Succession

The failing health of Algeria’s President, Abdelaziz Bouteflika, coupled with uncertainties surrounding his successor amid a power struggle within the country’s security apparatus bode ill for Algeria as it braces for a “contested or rocky succession,” the Washington Institute for Near East Policy said in a report. The report, which offers advice to US foreign […]

African Union reaffirms leadership role in Sudan peace process

The African Union (AU) underscored its commitment to spearheading the peace process in Sudan, emphasizing that sustainable solutions must follow the principle of “African solutions to African problems.” AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Bankole Adeoye, highlighted continuous coordination with the United Nations, through the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Sudan to streamline […]

Floods kill eleven people in eastern Morocco

At least eleven people were killed when their bus was swept away by a river near Errachidia in eastern Morocco, official media said. The victims were among the 51 passengers on board the bus linking Casablanca to the town of Raissani, north of Errachidia. Many others are feared dead according to local media which add […]