North Africa
Middle East economy to shrink 2.1% in 2026, Gulf economies by 4.3%, World Bank forecasts
Despite grim forecasts, the World Bank projects regional economies could rebound by 7.8% in 2027 if the conflict ends this year, though the Hormuz blockade and inflation remain major threats.
America, beware: The battle over Israel’s identity could be coming for the US - opinion
At least 12 killed as wildfires rage across several Algerian provinces
Drone strike causes diesel tank fire at Libya's Zawiya oil depot - statement
Algeria's president quits following mass protests
82-year-old President Abdelaziz Bouteflika has stepped down after 20 years as leader of the north African nation.
Lessons from Tunisia on the Jewish bridge to the Arab world
There are those in Tunisia who adamantly oppose normalizing relations, and who directly support the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement and a boycott of Israel.
Black Algerian Beauty Queen Ben Hamou sparks racist outrage
Freshly crowned Miss Algeria 2019 leads Algerians to remark she's not pretty enough.
Why is the story of the Jewish refugees so little known?
The question of Arab and Islamist anti-Jewish hatred goes to the heart of the conflict with Israel. So why have Jewish refugees been so neglected?
Eastern Libya leader's illness leads to concerns for instability
Haftar is an ally of the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Russia and a key to stability in north Africa.
Government to unseal documents on forced dispersal of N. Africa immigrants
“There is no reason that material that deals with the history of the state should not be revealed."
Tunisia deploys army in several cities as violent protests intensify
Violent anti-government protests have raged throughout the North African country since Monday.
15 dead in food aid stampede in Morocco
King Mohammed ordered that the victims' families be given any assistance they needed.
Full Trunk shows us what they got
The Tel Aviv-based blues-rock band reflect on everyday struggles in Israel on their new dance album.
East West at its best: The opera house hosts a new four-part concert
The orchestra includes Muslim, Christian and Jewish musicians playing wind and string instruments, and a groove-oriented rhythm section.
