US to withdraw troops from Niger by September Washington intends to maintain its diplomatic presence at the embassy in Niamey to salvage its foothold of influence in the Sahel as well as limit Russia's military inroads in Africa. North Africa
Pentagon confirms talks to withdraw US troops from Niger Washington failed to reach a compromise with junta leaders in Niamey, as Russia continues to make gains across the Sahel. North Africa
What Niger-US rupture says about Russia and West's shaky future in Sahel Niger’s decision to suspend military cooperation with the United States follows rising anti-Western sentiment in the region. North Africa
US aims to keep troops in Niger despite junta decision on ending counterterrorism ties Niger’s ruling military junta announced Saturday it was cutting ties with US special operations forces, threatening to undermine a key point of US influence as Russia expands its military foothold across Central Africa. North Africa
Breaking Last Updated: December 6, 2023, 4:28 pm US says Sudanese armed forces, RSF rebels committed war crimes North Africa
Tunisia’s potential IMF deal to boost manufacturing investments Francisco Serrano In Lisbon, reporting on North Africa business
Tunisia import restrictions to hinder trade with EU European and Tunisian economic observers are concerned over new technical measures for clearing imports into Tunisia that could limit imports that support Tunisia’s industries and trade. North Africa
Ban on military personnel running for office in Libya leads to standoff Libya’s High State of Council approved a ban on military personnel from running in the presidential elections in a move seemingly targeting eastern-based military strongman Khalifa Hifter. North Africa
Analysis Iran, Saudi, other MidEast teams warm up in Qatar as World Cup approaches Iran is looking to advance to the second round for the first time ever, but the team is mired in controversy over the protests in the country while host Qatar itself is facing criticism at home. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
New PRO memo: Morocco’s transition to renewable energies to accelerate amid high hydrocarbons prices Morocco is on track to have renewable sources account for more electricity generation than fossil fuels by 2025. North Africa
Morocco’s transition to renewable energies to accelerate amid high hydrocarbons prices Francisco Serrano In Lisbon, reporting on North Africa business
Few candidates run in Tunisian parliamentary elections The first legislative elections under the new constitution are falling short on candidates, with some seats having no candidates at all, which some say shows a loss of faith in parliament under the current president. North Africa
Algeria forces Russia to make concessions As the war in Ukraine carries on, the list of problematic issues between Algeria and Moscow is growing. Russia
Tunisia's cows disappear into Algeria Tunisia's livestock is being increasingly smuggled to Algeria as a severe shortage of milk is hitting Tunisian markets. North Africa
New wave of violence in Sudan puts coup generals in spotlight Renewed fierce clashes in the Blue Nile state have again shown the generals’ inability to ensure security and revealed the weaknesses of the peace agreement in place, causing new rifts. North Africa
Water stress to remain major driver of social instability, barrier to economic growth in Maghreb Francisco Serrano In Lisbon, reporting on North Africa business
IMF loan unlikely to save Tunisia's economy Funds from the global lender of last resort may be too little, too late. North Africa
