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Key events of the Russia-Ukraine war on day 1,059

On January 18, Ukrainian officials reported that four people were killed in Kyiv overnight following explosions and air raid sirens. Ukrainian military forces intercepted multiple Russian missile and drone strikes, destroying 24 drones and two ballistic missiles. A total of 39 drones and four missiles......

Strengthening ties: Russia and Iran’s evolving strategic partnership

Russia and Iran have solidified a long-awaited cooperation agreement, reinforcing their strategic alliance amidst growing geopolitical pressures. Signed in Moscow, the 20-year agreement boosts military and defense cooperation between the two nations. A key provision in the pact ensures that neither country......

Strengthening diplomatic ties: UAE president’s visit to Mauritania

Mauritania is preparing for an important diplomatic event with the upcoming visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This visit comes shortly after Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Al Ghazouani’s recent trip to the UAE, and it marks a continuation of strengthening ties......

Biden grants clemency to nearly 2,500 nonviolent drug offenders

President Joe Biden has granted clemency to almost 2,500 individuals convicted of nonviolent drug-related offenses, just days before the end of his term in office. This action reflects his commitment to addressing disproportionate sentences, noting that the individuals had served longer sentences than......

Côte d'Ivoire Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Territorial Integrity

Côte d’Ivoire has reaffirmed its unwavering stance in support of Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, as highlighted by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Ivorians Abroad, Léon Kacou Adom. This declaration was made during the Fifth Session of......

Evolving French perspectives on Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria

A recent survey by Ifop-Fiducial for Sud Radio sheds light on the opinions of the French public regarding Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria. Morocco emerged as the most positively viewed country, with 68% of respondents expressing favorable opinions. Tunisia followed closely at 60%, while Algeria ranked......

Strengthening Morocco-Africa relations: Cooperation agreements with AUDA-NEPAD

On Thursday, Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, met in Rabat with Nardos Bekele-Thomas, CEO of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). During this visit, the two leaders signed two key agreements aimed at boosting collaboration......

US diplomat concludes Morocco mission amid strengthened bilateral ties

Puneet Talwar has concluded his role as United States Ambassador to Morocco, following a final meeting with Moroccan Finance Minister Nadia Fettah in Rabat. The departure, reported by Africa Intelligence on January 16, marks the end of his two-year diplomatic mission that began in November 2022. During......

Key Developments in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: January 17, 2025

As of January 17, the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to unfold with significant military, political, and humanitarian developments. Military Actions: Ukraine's air defense systems reportedly intercepted 33 of 50 Russian drones launched overnight, with some drones lost due to electronic warfare......

New UK Labour Party initiative strengthens diplomatic ties with Morocco

A significant diplomatic development unfolded in London on Wednesday with the launch of "Labour Friends of Morocco," a group aimed at enhancing bilateral relations between Morocco and the UK's governing Labour Party. British MP Joe Powell leads this new initiative, which focuses on fostering......

National security minister of Israel threatens resignation over ceasefire agreement

Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has threatened to leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if a ceasefire deal with Hamas is approved, following over 460 days of conflict in Gaza. Ben-Gvir strongly criticized the proposed agreement and stated that his far-right......

Trump’s role in Gaza ceasefire fuels Arab American discontent with Biden

In November, Samraa Luqman, an Arab American voter, chose Donald Trump over Joe Biden, hoping that even a minimal chance of Trump pushing for a Gaza ceasefire would be better than the Democrats' failure to end the conflict. After Trump’s victory, Israel and Hamas agreed to pause hostilities......

Spanish tourist kidnapped in Algeria amid rising security concerns in Sahel region

A Spanish national has been abducted by terrorists in southern Algeria, with the incident highlighting growing security challenges in the region. The kidnapping, which occurred on Wednesday, January 15, was carried out by members of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS). While Spanish and Sahelian......

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