Morocco
Tesla launches Moroccan subsidiary to expand in North Africa
Tesla has formally entered Morocco with a new subsidiary, Tesla Morocco, incorporated on May 27 by Dutch entities Tesla International
On a visit to Libya Russian FM Lavrov endorsed the relationship between Russia and Libya suggesting Russia plans a consulate in Benghazi as part of its aim to bolster bilateral relations. During his meeting with Vice President of the Presidential Council, Abdulla Al-Lafi, Lavrov discussed efforts to revitalize the Joint Committee's operations. The agenda also included facilitating the return of Russian firms to Libya, particularly in the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors.
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Libya
U.S. envoy Boulos to visit Libya amid rising tensions
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Egypt
Egypt, Kuwait condemn Israeli strikes on Iran, warn of regional escalation
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Tunisia
Tunisia adds two years to opposition leader’s sentence
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Niger
Border blockade paralyses Niger-Benin trade
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