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Libya slams al-Sisi's remarks on its sovereignty

Libya’s UN-recognized Government of National Accord (GNA) on Monday decried recent remarks by the Egyptian president on its sovereignty.  On Thursday, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi accused the GNA of "not having a free will" and of being taken "a hostage by terrorist militias." The GNA...

Algerian president's speech 'inclusive': Islamic party

Algeria's largest Islamic party on Monday hailed newly-elected President Abdelmajid Tebboune's speech as "inclusive" and helps ease tension in the North African country.  Tebboune was elected president in a presidential election held on Thursday to succeed Abdelaziz Bouteflika, who...

Resolute Algeria protesters face immovable elite

 Algeria’s unpopular presidential vote was meant to reset the country’s politics after months of crisis, but it exposed a rigid system determined to perpetuate itself, analysts say. “You get the impression of two parallel Algerias: a ruling class which congratulates itself on...

Libyan Embassy in Egypt closes indefinitely

The Libyan Embassy in Egypt on Sunday closed indefinitely, citing "security reasons". In a statement, the embassy said it has suspended its activities until "further notice". The embassy, however, did not give any reason for the closure, but Egypt's official MENA news agency cited...