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U.S. Returns Smuggled Ancient Artifacts to Libya
The United States on Thursday returned a cache of smuggled ancient artifacts to Libya as the oil-rich Mediterranean…
April 1, 2022
Man Sworn in As Libya’s New Leader Speaks Out On His Fight for Recognition
"We will not take part in any violent acts," Bashagha said.
U.S. Senate Backs $2.2 Billion Military Sale to Egypt
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, who ousted the Muslim Brotherhood in 2013, has overseen a crackdown on dissent that has tightened in recent years.
Algeria Prepares for War with Morocco, Panics Due to Israel – Report
In November, Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz signed the first-ever defense and security memorandum of understanding with his Moroccan counterpart.
Sudan PM’s Resignation Leaves Military in a Bind as Protests Rage on
Meanwhile, more than 50 people have reportedly been killed in protests against the military that began after Hamdok was toppled in an Oct. 25 coup and have continued since he was reinstated a month later.
Sudan’s Prime Minister Resigns Amid Continued Unrest
However, the deal was highly criticized by pro-democracy demonstrators, with tens of thousands of Sudanese protesting the deal. Critics said the deal was insufficient and did not do enough do satisfy demands for a civilian-led government.
Freelance Journalist Accredited to The Associated Press detained in Ethiopia
From: VOA A freelance video journalist accredited to The Associated Press in Ethiopia has been detained by police…
French Army Leaves Timbuktu for First Time Since Arriving in 2013
From: VOA French troops have left a military base in Timbuktu, Mali, where they were posted since liberating…
The Ultra-violent Cult That Became a Global Mafia
From: BBC During quiet moments, after he has finished lecturing for the day, Dr John Stone has flashbacks.…