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Security | 2014-07-16

Libyan troops train abroad

Libyan officials hope soldiers trained by partner countries will form the nucleus of a new professional army.

Terrorism | 2014-07-16

Thousands of Moroccan jihadists in Syria, Iraq

Hundreds of Moroccans have died fighting in the Levant, according to officials.

Economy | 2014-07-16

World Bank reviews Mauritania economic progress

With tangible political and industrial progress, the Mauritanian economy is showing signs of improvement.

Religion | 2014-07-16

Algeria asks imams to stress moderation

Since more worshippers visit mosques during Ramadan, Algeria is calling on religious leaders to deliver balanced sermons and reject extremist currents.

Terrorism | 2014-07-16

Benghazi kidnappers free al-Obeidi son

A son of Major General Suleiman Mahmoud al-Obeidi, kidnapped five days ago in Benghazi’s Kish neighbourhood, was released on Tuesday (July 15th), Lib…

Terrorism | 2014-07-16

Soldiers join search for Tizi Ouzou hostage

Algerian troops on Tuesday (July 15th) launched an operation to search for a 70-year-old man kidnapped a say earlier in the Tizi Ouzou village of Ben…

Security | 2014-07-16

Bamako, Touaregs swap prisoners

Touareg rebels and the Malian government exchanged dozens of prisoners Tuesday (July 15th), in a goodwill gesture made on the eve of peace talks in A…

Crime & Justice | 2014-07-16

Two dead in clashes at Moroccan-Spanish border

Two people died and some 43 were injured, including 23 Spanish policemen, when clashes erupted Tuesday (July 15th) at the border crossing between Mor…