Keywords: Sahel region


U.S. Congress: Bill to designate Polisario Front gains traction in the House of Representatives

The debate surrounding the Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act is gaining momentum in the U.S. Congress. In the House of Representatives, the bill sponsored by Republican Representative Joe Wilson continues to expand its circle of supporters with the addition of two new Republican lawmakers, Scott......

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger cut ties with the International Criminal Court, citing neo-colonial bias

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the tribunal of serving as a tool of "neo-colonialist repression." The decision marks a significant shift in their approach to international justice as they prioritize building......

UN and Morocco to host anti-terrorism platform in June

The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and Morocco are set to organize the Marrakech Platform in June, as announced by Vladimir Voronkov, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism, during a briefing to member states referenced by Barlamane.com. This event will bring together......

Moroccan authorities foil major terrorist plot targeting the kingdom

Moroccan authorities successfully thwarted a significant terrorist plot targeting the Kingdom earlier today, thanks to precise intelligence provided by the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST). The operation, carried out by the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), came......

Four Moroccan Truck Drivers Vanish in High-Risk Burkina Faso-Niger Border Zone

Four Moroccan truck drivers have gone missing in a volatile region near the Burkina Faso-Niger border, raising alarm among transport professionals and authorities. The incident, which occurred on January 18, highlights the escalating security risks in an area increasingly plagued by jihadist activity. The......

Strengthening diplomatic ties: UAE president’s visit to Mauritania

Mauritania is preparing for an important diplomatic event with the upcoming visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This visit comes shortly after Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Al Ghazouani’s recent trip to the UAE, and it marks a continuation of strengthening ties......

Morocco's Pivotal Role in Sahel Mediation: A Diplomatic Bridge Between West and Military Regimes

Morocco has emerged as a crucial intermediary between Western nations and the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This diplomatic prowess was recently showcased through the successful negotiation for the release of four French DGSE agents, who had been detained in Burkina Faso since......

UN Chief Highlights Morocco's Sahara Initiative for Sahel Economic Integration

In a significant diplomatic development, the United Nations Secretary-General has brought attention to Morocco's innovative initiative for the Sahara region in his annual report to the Security Council. This initiative, outlined by King Mohammed VI during the 48th anniversary of the Green March in......

Spanish Defense Minister Highlights Morocco’s Crucial Role in Migration Control Amid Broader European Challenges

In a recent statement, Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles emphasized the “complete and unwavering” collaboration between Spain and Morocco in tackling migration issues. Speaking on Thursday, Robles responded to criticisms from the People's Party regarding the government’s......