Libya
At least 35 migrants die crossing Niger desert
At least 35 migrants have died crossing Niger’s desert toward Libya or Algeria so far this year, according to
Malian authorities arrested four senior employees of Canadian mining firm Barrick Gold at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex Monday, escalating tensions in the mining sector over unpaid taxes. Barrick confirmed the charges Tuesday, without specifying their nature, and rejected the allegations. The employees, previously detained briefly in September, now await trial. The arrests come as Mali’s military regime pressures mining companies to settle millions in additional taxes. Malian officials declined to comment.
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Libya
At least 35 migrants die crossing Niger desert
At least 35 migrants have died crossing Niger’s desert toward Libya or Algeria so far this year, according to
Egypt
Hamas accepts Egypt-backed Gaza truce plan
Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal for Gaza promoted by Egypt and Qatar, reports AFP. The plan envisions a 60-day
Morocco
Morocco’s fishing industry reports lackluster results
Morocco’s coastal and traditional fishing sector saw a 16% drop in catch volumes to 523,765 tons and a
Libya
Libya’s local elections disrupted by attacks and irregularities
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