Opinion
Why the Maghreb matters to the world’s oceans
North-West African states have a growing role to play in ocean governance—and global frameworks should reflect it. As diplomats
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Libya
Libya increases security in Tripoli after outbreak of unrest early Monday morning
Libya’s Law Enforcement Department announced it had increased its presence in “frontline areas” of the capital. According to local
Sahel
Jihadist violence in the Sahel threatens wider region
Jihadist violence in the Sahel has surged, with Al-Qaeda- and Islamic State-linked groups launching major attacks in Mali, Burkina Faso,
Libya
Libyans celebrate Eid amid fear of renewed violence
As Eid al-Adha begins, many in Tripoli remain uneasy after deadly clashes last month between rival militias, AFP reports. While
Tunisia
Retailleau condemns killing of Tunisian man in France
The fatal shooting of a Tunisian man in southern France on Saturday has prompted condemnation from Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau,
Libya
Libya protesters call for PM to resign
Hundreds gathered in Tripoli for a third consecutive Friday to demand the resignation of Libya’s UN-recognized Prime Minister Abdulhamid
Morocco
ECOWAS advances plans for regional counter-terror force
Amid surging jihadist violence, ECOWAS is accelerating plans for a regional counter-terrorism force, with troop pledges underway and funding talks
Libya
AU calls for permanent ceasefire in Libya
The African Union called for a permanent ceasefire in Libya on Saturday after violence broke out in the capital earlier
Libya
LIBYA’S TRIPOLI PORT HALTS OPERATIONS AS CLASHES ESCALATE
Operations at Libya’s UN-backed government-controlled Tripoli port have halted amid escalating violence, with vessels diverting and oil majors evacuating.
Libya
Libya eyes ceasefire after Tripoli clashes
Libya’s UN-backed government, led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, said Monday it is pursuing a permanent ceasefire after clashes
Libya
Anti-government protests in Tripoli turn deadly
A police officer was killed on May 17 during an attempted assault on the headquarters of Libya’s UN-recognised Government
Libya
Turkey to evacuate nationals after Libya violence erupts
Turkey said on Thursday that it was preparing to evacuate its citizens living in the Libyan capital Tripoli after several
Mauritania
How Mauritania has kept jihadists at bay in the Sahel
Mauritania has not experienced a terrorist attack in over 13 years, a stark contrast to neighboring Mali and other Sahel