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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...

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...

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...

US voices remarks on North African regional dispute

(MENAFN) The United States has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio endorsing Rabat’s autonomy plan as the only realistic path toward resolving the long-standing conflict over...

Russia’s Grain Shipments to Africa Soar as European Supplies Dip

(MENAFN) Russia’s grain shipments to Africa have soared this agricultural season, with exports to North Africa climbing 10%, a senior Russian trade official revealed on Thursday. This growth marks Moscow’s expanding influence in a wheat market...

Russia increases wheat shipments to Africa as France loses ground

(MENAFN) Russia has significantly increased its grain exports to Africa during the current agricultural season, making major gains in markets once dominated by European suppliers, particularly France. According to Ilya Ilyushin, head of Russia’s...

Minister Ronald Lamola: Pre-Budget International Relations and Cooperation Media Briefing

Africa: Implementing Agenda 2063 Our foreign policy is an extension of our domestic imperatives on human rights and resolving the triple challenges of inequality, poverty and unemployment. Through attracting Foreign Direct Investment, we intend to...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

France plans on booting diplomats from previous colony

(MENAFN) France announced on Wednesday that it would expel Algerian diplomats in response to Algeria’s decision to expel 15 French officials. The Algerian state news agency APS reported on Sunday that the expulsion was due to France’s alleged...

Media reports Algeria commanding expulsion of French embassy employees

(MENAFN) Algeria has ordered the expulsion of several French diplomatic personnel after France failed to follow proper procedures for their appointments, according to reports from Algeria’s press service (APS) on Sunday. The expelled employees,...

Deputy Minister Thandi Moraka: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable Speaker / House Chair, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Botes, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Senior Officials of DIRCO led by Director-General Zane...

Algeria boots dozen French diplomats

(MENAFN) Algeria has ordered 12 French embassy officials to leave the country within 48 hours, escalating tensions between the two nations, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed on Monday. Barrot criticized the move and urged Algiers...

France boots dozen Algerian diplomats

(MENAFN) France has expelled 12 Algerian diplomats and recalled its ambassador, Stéphane Romatet, from Algiers, following a significant deterioration in bilateral relations, as announced by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Tuesday. The...

Algeria’s president conducts discussions with Macron

(MENAFN) French President Emmanuel Macron and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held a lengthy and candid phone conversation to address rising tensions and strained relations between their countries, the Élysée Palace announced Monday. The...

Algeria Slams French Diplomatic Moves as "Regrettable"

(MENAFN) An official from Algeria has labeled France's choice to withdraw its ambassador and expel 12 Algerian diplomats as "regrettable." The official pointed to French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau as a key factor in the worsening of...

French Foreign Minister Visits Algeria Amid Diplomatic Tensions

(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot visited Algeria on Sunday for an official trip, following months of political strain between the two nations. Barrot was warmly received by his Algerian peer, Ahmed Attaf, at the Foreign Ministry...

Trump travels to a Middle East in transition

This week, US President Donald Trump makes his inaugural visit to the Middle East since the start of his second term, traveling to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates on May 13-16. Amid the heightened focus on US policy toward the...

Items signed by Jefferson, Washington and Einstein headline University Archives' June 4th online-only auction

Specialty categories include Abraham Lincoln (17 lots), Space (108 lots) & Literature (41 lots), plus outstanding pieces from Art, Science and Early America. WILTON, CT, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A six-volume set of books...

Visit of Moroccan Foreign Minister to Slovenia and plans to open embassies in Ljubljana and Rabat

SLOVENIA, April 18 - During Minister Fajon's visit to Rabat last year, the two ministers signed the Joint Declaration on further strengthening cooperation between the two countries. Friendly relations between Slovenia and Morocco have recently...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile: 32nd Commemoration of Chris Hani

Programme Directors, Deputy Minister Peace Mabe and MEC Sibulele Ngongo; Mrs Limpho Hani, daughter Lindiwe and family; The Premier of the Eastern Cape, Honourable Oscar Mabuyane; Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton Mckenzie; Executive Mayor of...