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Why growing U.S. drone operations in Niger are controversial
Over the past few years, the U.S. military has increased its activities and broadened its mission in Africa. In Niger, the U.S. Air Force has built a huge new base from which it launches drone operations. But critics worry the…
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News Wrap: Trump ‘strongly’ considering sending migrants to sanctuary cities
In our news wrap Friday, President Trump says he is “strongly” considering a plan to move detained migrants into sanctuary cities to punish political rivals who oppose his immigration policies. Speaking to reporters during a White House event, Trump said,…
Algeria parliament names interim leader
The leader of parliament's upper chamber was named as interim leader for a maximum of 90 days until a new election can be organized.
What’s next for Algeria after president resigns
ALGIERS, Algeria — Algeria is facing a new era after President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s resignation — and questions about who’s in charge and what happens next for this gas-rich country and key ally to the West in fighting terrorism. Algeria’s…
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika stepped down on Tuesday after six weeks of massive nationwide protests aimed at pushing him and his much-criticized inner circle from power to create a real democracy in the gas-rich nation.
It's unclear if the stunning move will appease the masses of protesters whose vociferous calls for Bouteflika and his cadre of loyalists to quit have expanded to demand an overhaul of the entire political system.
In our Friday news wrap, Attorney General William Barr will give Congress a partial version of the Mueller report by mid-April, according to a letter he sent the chairs of both the House and Senate Judiciary Committees; Democrats insist it…
Algerians took to the streets by the millions for the sixth straight Friday of nationwide protests.
Algeria has been facing mass protests calling for the nation's president to step down.
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