As Algeria’s largest book fair opens Wednesday, notable French Algerian author Kamel Daoud is absent. Recently awarded France’s prestigious Prix Goncourt, Daoud was not invited to the Algiers International Book Fair. His French publisher Gallimard, a frequent participant, was also excluded. This absence highlights ongoing restrictions on freedom of expression in Algeria, with several prominent authors and publishers left out. Daoud’s works often stir debate in both France, where he resides, and Algeria, his birthplace.
Chevron has become the latest major energy company to withdraw from oil exploration efforts in Egypt’s Red Sea, redirecting
Across Europe, but not exclusively Europe, anti-migrant politicians and parties continue to make great strides electorally. The recent German elections,
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has concluded a set of proposals aimed at resolving the impasse in
Morocco’s Interior Ministry has announced a $100 million investment to address the country’s more than two million stray
Sign up for the weekly newsletter and get our latest stories delivered straight to your inbox.
