Politics
Mali has formally lodged a complaint against Algeria at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing its neighbor of shooting down a Malian army reconnaissance drone in early April within Malian territory. The incident has further strained relations between the two countries, which have faced growing......
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune recently announced an ambitious plan to position Algerian ports as vital trade hubs for landlocked African nations. Speaking at the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair in Algiers, Tebboune emphasized Algeria’s intent to revitalize its neglected ties with the continent,......
The United States has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, dismissing ongoing attempts by Algeria to challenge this position. Senior US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos, have reiterated Washington’s recognition......
Mali's armed forces have announced the elimination of 80 militants linked to al-Qaeda following a series of coordinated attacks on military posts across the country. The violence, carried out on June 2, targeted seven towns in central and western Mali, including key border areas near Senegal and......
The recent announcement of the Russian Wagner group's withdrawal from Mali, following over three years of operations against extremist factions, has sparked significant controversy and raised numerous questions about Russia's future in the Sahel region and the potential security implications......
Malian democracy is under increasing threat as President Assimi Goita consolidates power, banning political parties and targeting opposition leaders. These developments have sparked widespread protests in Bamako, raising concerns about the nation's democratic future. Consolidation of power On May......
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......
Mali's transitional government has announced an indefinite suspension of all political party and politically affiliated association activities, citing concerns over public order. The decision was made official through a decree broadcast on national radio and television, which was signed by the head......
King Mohammed VI welcomed the foreign ministers of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Monday. This significant gathering emphasized Morocco’s commitment to fostering robust partnerships in the Sahel region. The ministers included Karamoko Jean Marie Traore, Minister......
Tensions between Algeria and the Sahel States Confederation (AES) have intensified following the destruction of a Malian military drone by Algerian forces on the night of March 31 to April 1, 2025, in the Tin-Zaouatène region, northern Mali. In an official statement released on April 6, the AES's......
Morocco's presidency of the African Union's Peace and Security Council (PSC) in March reaffirmed the country's steadfast dedication to promoting peace and stability across Africa. Key discussions during this tenure included the impact of artificial intelligence on security and peace, as......
Several African countries have expressed their support for Morocco’s initiative to reintegrate nations suspended from the African Union following military coups. After Burkina Faso, both Gabon and Niger have joined this momentum. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Niger sent a letter to his Moroccan......
Mali has announced its exit from the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), a decision that comes on the heels of similar withdrawals by Niger and Burkina Faso. This move signifies a deepening estrangement from France by these military-led Sahelian nations. In an official communication,......
