The military-led governments of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have formally exited the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), marking a significant shift in regional politics. The regional bloc, headquartered in Nigeria, confirmed their withdrawal in a statement on Wednesday, finalizing......
The Greek politician Theodoros Rousopoulos has been re-elected to serve a second one-year term as President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) in Strasbourg. Expressing gratitude following the vote, Rousopoulos viewed his re-election as a sign of confidence in the work he has......
In a significant move on Monday in Strasbourg, Morocco was granted important new rights within its status as a "Partner for Democracy" in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. This decision was made during the winter session of the Assembly, following a proposal by the Committee......
The appointment of Peter Pham as Deputy Secretary of State for Africa could signify a pivotal moment in the U.S. approach to the Sahara conflict. Known for his in-depth understanding of the issue and consistent support for Morocco's autonomy plan, Pham emerges as a key figure in U.S. diplomatic circles,......
The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, has called for the withdrawal of Rwandan forces from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and urged them to cease their support for armed groups advancing towards the strategic city of Goma in eastern DRC. Reports indicate that......
On February 23, Gérard Larcher, the President of the French Senate, will make an official visit to Morocco, accompanied by Christian Cambon, President of the France-Morocco Friendship Group and former Chair of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee. The visit, which is organized at the invitation......
French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized European unity and resilience during a meeting in Paris, addressing challenges posed by the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump. The discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong, united Europe in the face......
The United Arab Emirates’ anticipated transfer of 30 Mirage 2000-9E fighter jets to Morocco signals a pivotal moment for regional air defense, contingent on final approval from France. Discussions surrounding the deal, ongoing for several years, suggest implementation in 2027, coinciding with the......
France and Europe could face domination, marginalization, and a loss of global influence if they fail to respond effectively to the policies of Donald Trump, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou declared on Monday, just ahead of the U.S. president’s inauguration. Speaking in the southwestern......
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......
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......
France's cultural capital prepares to shine a spotlight on Kabylia's quest for self-determination at the upcoming 36th Paris Book Festival in Brittany. Ferhat Mehenni, who heads the Movement for Self-Determination of Kabylia (MAK) and serves as president of the Kabyle Government in Exile, will......
Franz-Olivier Giesbert, in a recent article published in Le Point, has criticized Algeria’s repeated provocations and hostile attitude toward France, despite the substantial aid and diplomatic goodwill extended by the latter. Giesbert’s remarks underscore the strained relations between Paris......
