'A very big, long war': Tripoli residents brace themselves as Haftar approaches
As many as 16,000 people have fled Libya's capital, Tripoli, as fighting commences on the outskirts of the city as the LNA continues to attempt an advance.
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Algeria: The Army, The People, And The Three Bs
The 1962 War of Independence left behind major political cleavages which are now being played out in the streets of Algeria.
Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Saddened by Notre Dame Cathedral Fire
The Grand Imam of Egypt's al-Azhar, Shiekh Ahmed al-Tayeb expressed his sadness over the fire that destroyed part of the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, France, describing the cathedral as a "historical masterpiece".
Fighting over Libya’s capital Tripoli has displaced 18,000: UN agency
According to the UN Migration Agency, the recent clashes in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, has resulted in the death of at least 13 civilians and the displacement of almost 18,000 people.
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Military Clashes Continue In Libya Capital, Tripoli
The Libyan National Army (LNA), led by Khalifa Haftar, is continuing to clash with forces under the control of the Government of National Accord (GNA) based in Tripoli.
Despite Defeat, Tremors Of ISIS Rule Still Felt Across The Region
ISIS' territorial hold over the region may be over, but the effects of the group's rule are still being felt across the region.
UN calls for ceasefire in Libya and political solution
The call made by the UN has fallen on deaf ears as the fighting between the Libyan National Army and the forces of the Government of National Accord continues.
Interim Algeria President announces elections amidst mass protests
Abdelkader Bensalah, the current interim president of Algeria following the resignation of long-term leader Abdelaziz Bouteflika, has announced that elections will take place on 4th July.