Politics
The French military officially withdrew from Senegal on Thursday, marking the end of its permanent presence in West Africa. This withdrawal, which began in March, culminated with the handover of the last two French military bases to Senegalese authorities. Final handover of military bases The largest......
President Donald Trump’s latest travel ban has officially come into force, barring citizens from 12 predominantly African and Middle Eastern countries from entering the United States. The new directive, signed by Trump last week, marks a significant expansion of his administration’s strict......
In a renewed move to restrict immigration, U.S. President Donald Trump's latest travel ban officially comes into force at 12:01 a.m. ET on Monday. The directive prohibits citizens from 12 countries from entering the United States, citing concerns over national security and the threat of terrorism. The......
The European Union is turning to Morocco to restore its strained ties with Sahel countries. This diplomatic shift was highlighted during the recent visit of EU Special Representative João Cravinho to Rabat. Cravinho held talks with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, emphasizing the importance......
The United States' support for Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara marked a significant step in the Kingdom’s international relations. This support, initially offered during Donald Trump’s first term, has only grown stronger. On April 8, 2025, during a visit by Moroccan Foreign......
The initiative by His Majesty King Mohammed VI to facilitate Sahelian countries' access to the Atlantic Ocean has been widely praised by the Presidents of the Parliaments of Atlantic African States, according to the President of the House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami. In a statement following......
Chad is undergoing a significant political event as the country holds its first elections in three years, following a period of military rule. On Sunday, citizens are called to vote in legislative, provincial, and local elections, which the government frames as the final step in a transition to democratic......
Chad has announced its decision to terminate its defense cooperation agreement with France, marking a significant shift in the nation's foreign and military policies. This decision, which requires French troops to withdraw, reflects Chad's growing emphasis on asserting its sovereignty and redefining......
The report by Jean-Marie Bockel, a special envoy of French President Emmanuel Macron, marks a pivotal moment in the redefinition of military cooperation between France and Africa. This comprehensive document, the result of extensive consultations and months of reflection, proposes a nuanced transformation......
Morocco has launched an ambitious plan to transform the geopolitical landscape of the Sahel-Saharan region. The Atlantic Initiative, unveiled in November 2023, aims to provide landlocked Sahelian countries with access to the Atlantic Ocean while bolstering Morocco's influence in the area. The initiative......
In a significant diplomatic gesture, Burundi has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco's territorial integrity, including the contentious region of Sahara. This endorsement occurred during a high-level diplomatic meeting in Rabat, underscoring Burundi's commitment amidst a growing wave......
Morocco is taking the lead in a groundbreaking effort to provide landlocked Sahel countries with access to the Atlantic Ocean, aiming to boost economic connectivity and regional cooperation. This initiative, launched by King Mohammed VI in November 2023, has gained significant momentum, as evidenced......
In a significant diplomatic move, the Republic of Chad has officially inaugurated its consulate in Dakhla, Morocco. This development, which came to fruition on August 14, 2024, marks a pivotal moment in Chad-Morocco relations and underscores the growing international recognition of Morocco's territorial......
