North Africa
Africa's Mali crisis widens as extremist groups advance and state control erodes - analysis
Mali is experiencing a major escalation in violence, with jihadist groups advancing and the defense minister assassinated. The crisis threatens to destabilize the Sahel region.
DNA analysis reveals ancestry of man buried in ancient Spanish tomb, shows mixed heritage - study
Why Mimouna matters - opinion
Beyond soccer: Morocco’s quest for regional stability in Africa - opinion
Libya is in a spiral of its design - opinion
Since the 2011 revolt resulting in the death of longtime dictator Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has seen a seemingly never-ending revolving cast claiming authority.
Since Tunisia’s Saied seized control, the country’s economic situation continues to deteriorate
IMF loans stall as Saied rebuffs its demands for reform; meanwhile, Europe offers aid to buy influence.
Libya rejects peace with Israel, vows to uncover 'what happened in Rome'
Dbeibeh expresses pride at Libyans' hate of Israel • PM vows to uncover "what happened in Rome, regardless of the circumstances"
How will Israel's diplomatic snafu with Libya impact the Arab world?
The meeting with Israel may be a controversy that undermines the Tripoli government and contributes to chaos.
Blaze engulfs historic ministry building in central Cairo
The fire appeared mainly confined to the top floor of the Ministry of Religious Endowments, although flames were seen shooting out of a second floor window as well.
What do MENA Muslims think about the role of women in society? – study
The researchers surveyed respondents from Algeria, Egypt, Pakistan, Tunisia, Turkey, and the Palestinian Territories on their perception of women's chastity and marital patriarchy.
Britain arrests man suspected of organizing Mediterranean migrant crossings
The NCA said it believed the man was working with people smuggling networks in North Africa to organize boats for migrants.
Iran may supply Mali with weapons, impacting West Africa and Sahel - analysis
Iran’s goal in this case appears to be to extend its influence to more countries in Africa.
‘Jewish life goes on’: Djerba Jews and their supporters show resilience after deadly attack
Just a day after a shooting at the synagogue, worshippers gathered to celebrate a brit milah.
Scientists reconstruct 35,000 year old face - study
The skeleton, per the scientific report, was discovered in 1980 in the Nile Valley in Egypt.
