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President Donald Trump greets President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the Oval Office.
Africa

DRC president claims Trump deal requires he seize another term

The White House must make clear that its minerals deal has nothing to do with whether Felix Tshisekedi stays in office

AFRICOM
Africa

Trump's quick hits allow for AFRICOM comeback on continent

The military command was on its way out, but the president's penchant for airstrikes in Nigeria and potential intervention in Mali are giving it new purpose

ceuta spain migrants
Africa

Are US and Israel benefitting from 'migration blackmail' in Spain?

Analysts accuse Morocco of unleashing undocumented migrants into Ceuta. Many note how Tel Aviv and Washington are seizing the moment with particular zeal.

Sudan
Africa

Will naming, shaming & sanctioning terror in Sudan stop bloodshed?

Experts debate the value in congressional actions against the country’s Rapid Support Forces, which are being fueled in part by one of Washington's closest partners — the UAE

The new US push for peace in Libya is — surprise — about the oil
Africa

The new US push for peace in Libya is — surprise — about the oil

Trump envoy Massad Boulos is pushing for a Solomon's solution that would offer little upside for the country's citizens

Violence in Mali risks destabilizing the Sahel
Africa

Violence in Mali risks destabilizing the Sahel

Mauritania's painstaking efforts at achieving security face a threat from an unstable neighbor