Egyptian, Emirates Jets Bomb Islamists in Libya
Without informing their American allies, Egypt and the UAE carry out airstrikes near Tripoli.
Africa
Tripoli Airport Attacked as UN Pull Staff from Libya
Heavy fighting forces the closure of Tripoli’s airport and convinces the United Nations to pull out.
Egypt’s Sisi Sees Regional Islamist Threat, Promises to Support Iraq
The former army chief is realigning Egypt’s foreign policy back in favor of its traditional Sunni allies.
Egypt Cuts Fuel Subsidies in Effort to Reduce Deficit
The austerity measures mark a break with the stopgap economic measures of Egypt’s last government.
Abandoned by the West, Libyans Vote with Little Hope
Three years after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi, Libyans have little reason to be optimistic.
Egypt Elects Former Army Chief Sisi President
After three years, Egyptians vote to turn back the clock to before the “Arab Spring” uprising.
Gunmen Storm Parliament in Libya Power Struggle
Forces loyal to a former Muammar Gaddafi general launch an offensive against Islamists in Libya.
Algeria’s Aging Leader Bouteflika Expected to Win Reelection
While the elections are mostly a ceremonial affair, it is plausible many Algerians want Abdelaziz Bouteflika to stay.
Egyptian Army Chief Sisi Declares Presidential Candidacy
The field marshal finally makes official that he intends to lead the Arab world’s most populous nation.
Western Sahara: An Unlikely Key to American Strategy in Africa
Do America’s counterterrorism efforts in West Africa require it to look the other way?
Egyptian Army Chief Sisi to Announce Presidential Candidacy
Many liberal and secular Egyptians support the military leader, even if he could return Egypt to its prerevolutionary days.
South Sudan’s Machar Reneges on Truce
The former vice president and rebel leader announces an “organized resistance” against the government.
South Sudan Government, Rebels Agree to Ceasefire
A truce is supposed to end more than five weeks of fighting but may not be respected by all rebel factions.
Central Africans Name Interim Leader, Europe to Send Troops
The mayor of the Central African Republic’s capital is elected as interim president.
Egyptians Expected to Approve New Constitution, Boost Army
A vote in favor of constitutional reforms could clear the way for Abdul Fatah Sisi to run for president.