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Trump Voices Support for Morocco’s Western Sahara Autonomy Proposal
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has described Morocco’s autonomy proposal for Western Sahara as “serious, credible, and realistic,” calling it the sole foundation for a lasting resolution to the long-standing dispute over the territory,...

Timor-Leste Hosts Asia-Pacific Solidarity Conference with Western Sahara and Reiterates Unwavering Support for the Right to Self-Determination of the Saharawi People

Ubuntu in Action Resonates with South Africa’s Development Vision
South Africa’s landmark G20 Presidency reached its zenith today with the closing plenary of the G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town. CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA, August 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- South Africa’s landmark G20...

Trump voices remarks on N-African territorial dispute
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has described Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara as “serious, credible, and realistic,” calling it the only viable foundation for resolving the longstanding conflict over the disputed territory, according...

Items signed by Washington, Franklin, Napoleon and Disney will headline University Archives' August 27th online auction
The Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books auction will include offerings from many collecting categories. Online bidding will be available on multiple platforms. WILTON, CT, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Items signed by...

Trump reaffirms Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, describing Rabat’s autonomy proposal as the only practical basis for resolving the long-running territorial dispute. In a...

Trump Comments on Morocco’s Plan
(MENAFN) Morocco’s proposal for autonomous rule in Western Sahara has been described by US President Donald Trump as “serious, credible, and realistic.” According to a Moroccan official news agency, Trump emphasized that this plan offers the only...

Algeria Revokes Visa-Free Agreement with France
(MENAFN) Algeria has formally annulled a long-standing agreement that allowed French diplomatic and service passport holders to enter the country without visas, escalating a worsening dispute with Paris. The move follows what Algiers described as...

Algeria Cancels Visa Deal for French Diplomats
(MENAFN) Algeria has annulled a ten-year-old pact that allowed French diplomatic and service passport holders to travel without visas. This move is a response to what Algeria described as France’s “provocation, intimidation, and bargaining” amid...

Algeria fires back at France ending visa-free travel for French diplomats
(MENAFN) Algeria has canceled a longstanding visa exemption agreement for French diplomats and service passport holders, responding to what it described as France’s “provocation, intimidation, and bargaining” in an escalating diplomatic dispute....

Algeria ends visa-free agreement for French diplomats
(MENAFN) Algeria has canceled a decade-old visa-free travel agreement for French diplomatic and service passport holders, responding to what it described as France’s “provocation, intimidation, and bargaining” amid worsening bilateral relations....

Morocco Calls for Honest Dialogue with Algeria
(MENAFN) Morocco’s monarch, King Mohammed VI, has reiterated his willingness to engage in a “frank and responsible dialogue” with Algeria in hopes of settling enduring disagreements between the neighboring North African nations. He highlighted the...

Morocco declares willingness to solve ‘issues’ with bordering nation
(MENAFN) Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has expressed his willingness to engage in open and responsible talks with Algeria to address the long-standing issues between the two neighboring countries, emphasizing their shared deep historical and cultural...

Algeria revokes privileges for French Embassy
(MENAFN) Algeria has revoked all privileged access cards for French Embassy personnel at its ports and airports, responding to what it calls restrictions placed on Algerian diplomats in France. The Algerian Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday...

Algeria Rebukes France’s Airport Ban on Diplomats, Vows Swift Response
(MENAFN) Algeria voiced sharp criticism on Thursday against a “deeply concerning” move by French authorities to prevent its diplomats from accessing restricted zones at Paris airports for handling diplomatic shipments. The North African nation...

Algeria Cancels French Embassy Access
(MENAFN) Algeria has officially rescinded all special access permissions previously granted to the French Embassy for entry to Algerian harbors and airports. This decision, announced on Saturday, is a retaliatory step in response to what Algiers...

Algeria Revokes Access to Strategic Ports, Airports from French Embassy
(MENAFN) On Saturday, Algeria revoked all special access cards previously issued to the French Embassy for entry to Algerian ports and airports, responding directly to what it calls limitations imposed on its diplomats operating in France. The...

Ex-South African Leader Under Fire for Supporting Morocco
(MENAFN) The African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, has sharply condemned Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party leader Jacob Zuma, branding him a “sellout” due to his backing of Morocco. Mbalula emphasized that the ANC is...

Ex-South African president criticized for backing Morocco in regional conflict
(MENAFN) Fikile Mbalula, secretary-general of South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC), has criticized Jacob Zuma, leader of the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, calling him a “sellout” for backing Morocco in the ongoing regional dispute. The...

Mbalula Condemns Jacob Zuma Over Support for Morocco
(MENAFN) Fikile Mbalula, the secretary-general of the African National Congress (ANC), has sharply criticized Jacob Zuma, leader of the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, calling him a “sellout” for backing Morocco. According to Mbalula, the ANC is not...