Activists call Tunisia's first female prime minister mere distraction Tunisia's president has appointed a female prime minister, a first in the Arab world, but he has been both cheered and accused of using her to deflect attention from his policies. Elizia Volkmann | North Africa | Oct 18, 2021 A photo taken from Tunisia's national television screen shows Prime Minister Najla Bouden announcing the formation of a new government at the Carthage Palace on Oct. 11, 2021, on the outskirts of the capital Tunis.
Libya Stabilization Act could have major impact on war-torn country If signed into law, the bill — which orders a probe into war crimes and torture — would also threaten sanctions to those who provide arms to Libya's warring factions. Sabina Henneberg | Libya | Oct 14, 2021
UN warns women, child migrants unsafe in Libya Libya is a major departure point for people seeking to irregularly reach Europe, and the journey can be deadly. Al-Monitor Staff | News Brief | Oct 13, 2021
Tunisian journalists behind bars reflect growing repression of media freedom Tunisians have been concerned about the return of oppression and restriction on media freedoms following renewed military trials of civilians, arrests and attacks on journalists. Mohamed Ali Ltifi | Tunisia | Oct 9, 2021
US-Tunisian military cooperation tested by Saied's actions The Tunisian president's assertion of executive authority has been met with both opposition and support, and some are questioning US military assistance. Elizia Volkmann | North Africa | Oct 5, 2021
Libya’s parliament passes key elections legislation The breakthrough follows concerns last month that the House of Representatives' vote of no confidence could be further thwart progress towards national reunification. Al-Monitor Staff | Libya | Oct 4, 2021
UN probe finds Libya's warring parties likely committed war crimes A team of investigators appointed by the Human Rights Council said the rival factions, foreign fighters and third countries involved in Libya's war have likely committed war crimes and crimes against humanity since 2016. Al-Monitor Staff | Libya | Oct 4, 2021
Intel: Top general joins US diplomats in urging Libya’s reunification AFRICOM's commander talked partnership opportunities with military officials in Tripoli last week, but Libyans must first bridge their divisions with nationwide elections. Jared Szuba | Libya | Oct 4, 2021
Tunisia's Saied appoints female prime minister amid coup claims Two months after sacking his former prime minister, Tunisian President Kais Saied has named Najla Bouden Romdhan as the country's next premier. Al-Monitor Staff | Tunisia | Sep 29, 2021
Coup fears grow as Tunisian president shores up power President Kais Saied is facing a growing wave of opposition from civil society and political actors as he takes new powers and attempts to transform the political system. Stephen Quillen | North Africa | Sep 29, 2021
Power struggle over oil threatens Libya's fragile transition process Oil production shutdowns are increasingly likely as several players in the sector push their own agenda. Jason Pack | North Africa | Sep 10, 2021
Clashes in Libya’s capital raise concerns over stability ahead of elections The UN's assistance mission to Libya expressed "grave concern" over the heaviest fighting in months. Al-Monitor Staff | Libya | Sep 3, 2021
Amnesty calls for Tunisian authorities to 'come clean' over role in illegal rendition of Algerian activist There is speculation that Slimane Bouhafs was traded for former Tunisian presidential candidate and media magnate Nabil Karoui. Al-Monitor Staff | North Africa | Sep 3, 2021
Libya's FM signals elections could be delayed Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush said the Dec. 24 elections could be postponed if lawmakers fail to agree on the electoral law. Al-Monitor Staff | Libya | Sep 1, 2021
Algeria partly blames Israel in decision to cut ties with Morocco In explaining his country’s decision to sever diplomatic ties with Morocco, Algerian Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra also pointed a finger at Israel. Rina Bassist | Israel | Aug 25, 2021
Intel: US lifts Iran-related sanctions, says no connection to nuclear deal Elizabeth Hagedorn | Iran | Oct 8, 2021
A photo taken from Tunisia's national television screen shows Prime Minister Najla Bouden announcing the formation of a new government at the Carthage Palace on Oct. 11, 2021, on the outskirts of the capital Tunis.
