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Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel and diplomat for Mali, now spearheads the JNIM (Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims), an organization he established in 2017. He remains the most sought-after individual across the Sahel region, facing United Nations sanctions, designated a “terrorist” by the United States, and subject to an arrest […]
Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel and Malian diplomat, has risen to prominence as the leader of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), established in 2017. Now, he stands among the most wanted figures in the Sahel, facing United Nations sanctions, a U.S. terror watchlist, and an International Criminal Court […]
Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel turned Malian diplomat, now leads the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), established in 2017. His name resonates across the Sahel as the most hunted figure in the region, facing United Nations sanctions, a U.S. terrorism designation, and an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant […]
The hunt intensifies: Mali’s military government targets top jihadist and rebel figures Iyad Ag Ghaly, a former Tuareg rebel and diplomat, now leads the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), an extremist coalition established in 2017. Once a signatory to peace accords, he has since become Mali’s most wanted man, facing United Nations sanctions, a […]
His Majesty has recently designated Mr. Mohamed Abdennabaoui for a second term as the First President of the Court of Cassation, thereby also confirming his role as the delegated President of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary. Additionally, Ms. Latifa El Harradji and Mr. Nadir El Moumni have been appointed as new members to the […]
Political analyst Cheikh Yérim Seck has delivered a sharp assessment of Ousmane Sonko’s evolving political trajectory following his decisive break with the government. Speaking on TFM’s Faram Facce, Seck dissected the nuances of this transition, highlighting both the challenges ahead and the critical importance of maintaining unwavering support from Sonko’s grassroots base to navigate uncharted […]
During a high-level meeting at the Palais Rénovation yesterday, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema welcomed Libreville’s mayor, Eugène Mba, for their second official discussion. This gathering follows the structured framework established after their initial encounter on April 28, focusing on enhancing local governance, assessing municipal performance, and fostering seamless collaboration between national and local authorities. […]
Upon assuming office, the newly inaugurated Beninese President, Romuald Wadagni, selected Côte d’Ivoire for his initial official international engagement. This working visit to Abidjan transcends mere symbolism, signifying a pivotal diplomatic reorientation driven by economic pragmatism. President Wadagni’s decision to prioritize Côte d’Ivoire conveys a potent message. Directing his inaugural international focus towards Abidjan represents […]
The Palace of the President in Libreville hosted a pivotal meeting this week between President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and Mayor Eugène Mba. The session focused on reinforcing local governance and setting new benchmarks for effective municipal leadership. The discussions centered on accelerating Libreville’s urban development agenda, with a sharp emphasis on transforming the city […]
Politics Gabon rejects Trump’s migrant relocation proposal, affirms sovereignty By Editor-in-Chief June 4, 2026 94 No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 — Gabon has firmly rejected a proposal from the United States to accept migrants facing deportation under Donald Trump’s administration, signaling a bold stance on sovereignty and national priorities. The Gabonese President, Brice Clotaire […]
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The strengthening of bilateral ties between Togo and the United States took center stage in a high-level meeting centered on local governance, decentralization, and social cohesion. The discussions unfolded during a courtesy visit by Kimberly M. McClure, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Lomé, to the Togolese Minister of Territorial Administration, Local Governance, and […]