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Albania heads to the polls as Edi Rama pursues fourth term

Albanians are voting in a crucial general election where Prime Minister Edi Rama is aiming for a historic fourth term. The campaign has revolved around pledges for European Union membership and widespread concerns about political corruption. Voting began at 7am local time on Sunday and will conclude......

Political fallout over Spain's controversial arms deal with Israel

The Popular Party (PP) is determined to pursue accountability following the government's contentious decision to rescind a lucrative contract with Israel. This contract, valued at €6.6 million, involved the importation of 15 million bullets for the Civil Guard, a move that has ignited significant......

Israeli spy chief accuses Netanyahu of pressuring him to break the law

The head of Israel’s domestic intelligence agency, Shin Bet, has claimed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attempted to dismiss him for refusing to carry out unlawful operations that would serve the prime minister’s personal and political objectives. In an affidavit submitted to Israel’s......

Gabon’s presidential election campaign: A call for pragmatic leadership

في الغابون، يتنافس ثمانية مرشحين على الرئاسة في انتخابات 12 أبريل/نيسان. وسيُحدد أكثر من 800 ألف ناخب، مسجلين في قاعدة بيانات وزارة الداخلية بعد انتخابات 2023، هوية الرئيس......

Corruption remains a pervasive issue in South Africa

Corruption within various institutions in South Africa, particularly in sectors such as policing, business, education, and public entities, continues to pose a significant and endemic challenge, according to a report released by Corruption Watch on Friday. In its 13th report titled "Accountable......

France seeks seven-year sentence for Sarkozy in Libya funding case

French prosecutors have called for a seven-year prison sentence for former President Nicolas Sarkozy in a trial concerning alleged illegal campaign financing linked to the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Sarkozy, who served as finance minister before becoming president, is accused of striking a......

Mohamed Benalilou: Leading Morocco's Anti-Corruption Efforts

His Majesty King Mohammed VI has appointed Mohamed Benalilou as the new president of the National Authority for Integrity, Prevention, and Fight Against Corruption (INPPLC). With a formidable background in Morocco's legal and judicial systems, Benalilou is poised to enhance the country's initiatives......

Abdelkader Amara appointed as Morocco's new CESE president

His Majesty King Mohammed VI has named Abdelkader Amara as the new president of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE), marking a significant appointment for this vital advisory institution. Amara, 63, is a seasoned politician with a wealth of ministerial experience, having held various......

Turkey's political crisis: Istanbul mayor detained in corruption probe

Turkish authorities have detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in a corruption probe, sparking widespread controversy. The arrest, carried out during a police raid on his residence, was swiftly condemned by the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), which labeled it a "coup." Imamoglu,......