Joshua Shangobiyi
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Writer | Recent Graduate (BA in International Relations and Politics)
The junta regimes of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger present themselves as revolutionary and anti-imperialist. Their hollow rhetoric masks authoritarianism and new forms of foreign influence...
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Sahel: broken promises and empty anti-imperialism - Red Pepper
The rhetoric of the rulers of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger mask authoritarianism and new forms of foreign influence, argues Joshua Shangobiyi
https://www.redpepper.org.uk/global-politics/africa/sahel-the-broken-promise-of-false-anti-imperialism/
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As the humanitarian crisis worsens in Gaza, a rights coalition calls for the Moroccan government to evacuate its citizens…
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Calls grow to evacuate Moroccan citizens stuck in Gaza
As the humanitarian crisis worsens in Gaza, a rights coalition calls for the Moroccan government to evacuate its citizens.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/30/calls-grow-to-evacuate-moroccan-citizens-in-gaza/
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Morocco and Algeria exchanged sharp remarks at the UN General Assembly, as long-standing tensions over Western Sahara once again came to the fore…
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Morocco and Algeria in UN spat as Sahara dispute resurfaces
Morocco and Algeria exchanged sharp remarks at the UN General Assembly over long-standing tensions about the Western Sahara.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/10/01/morocco-and-algeria-in-un-spat-as-sahara-dispute-resurfaces/
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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy finally finds out his fate in the Gaddafi cash scandal case...
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Former French President Sarkozy jailed in Gaddafi cash scandal
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy finally finds out his sentence after being found guilty of criminal association.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/26/former-french-president-jailed-in-cash-scandal/
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- Ex Israeli commander admits 200,000 Palestinian casualties… - Militants kill 22 villagers during ceremony in Niger… Read more on the Sahel and Middle East pages
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New Mag edition available now! - Morocco’s dangerous dance with Russia… - Mali’s junta finally pushes back against jihadists… - US condemns Israel’s strike on Doha Download for FREE here:
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It has become all too clear of Morocco’s intention to continue their course on the tightrope between East and West, with oil from Russia in one hand and Trump’s fragile Western Sahara promise in the other...
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Morocco’s dangerous dance with Russia: Both sides, one smile
It has become all too clear of Morocco's intention to continue their course on the tightrope between Russia and the U.S.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/11/moroccos-dangerous-dance-with-russia-both-sides-one-smile/
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After persistent jihadist assaults on Mali’s key cities and little response from its leaders, a fuel blockade now appears to have forced the junta into action...
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Mali's junta hits back against Al-Qaeda linked jihadist group
After persistent jihadist assaults on Mali’s key cities, a fuel blockade now appears to have forced the junta into action.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/10/malis-junta-hits-back-against-al-qaeda-linked-jihadist-group/
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Make sure you check out this week’s mag! Really interesting read 👀 - China’s new world order with the Gulf at its centre… - Israeli forces attack peacekeepers in Lebanon… Read more on the Middle East pages Download here:
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Even as Morocco’s aid flows into Gaza and protests erupt in support of the Palestinians, the kingdom deepens defence ties with Israel...
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Morocco’s balancing act: Weapons from Israel, aid for Gaza
Even as Morocco's aid flows into Gaza and protests erupt in support of the Palestinians, the kingdom deepens defence ties with Israel.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/05/moroccos-balancing-act-weapons-from-israel-aid-for-gaza/
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A Chinese state-owned steel firm has reportedly secured contracts for two huge infrastructure projects in Morocco, adding to China’s growing involvement in North African development initiatives…
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Chinese steel company enters the Moroccan market
A Chinese state-owned steel firm has reportedly secured contracts for two huge infrastructure projects in Morocco.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/09/03/chinese-steel-company-enters-the-moroccan-market/
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Make sure you check out this week's mag! An exclusive story on Women's rights in Iran and Trump's interesting post-war plans for Gaza... Read more on the Middle East pages. Download here:
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Moroccan activist Ibtissam Lachgar, held on charges of “insulting the divine entity,” had her release request rejected by prosecutors...
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Prosecutors reject release request for Moroccan activist
Moroccan activist Ibtissam Lachgar, held on charges of “insulting the divine entity,” has had her release request rejected by prosecutors.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/28/prosecutors-reject-release-request-for-moroccan-activist/
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Israel’s Netanyahu blocked Gaza ceasefire deal seven times During the Gaza conflict Israel has continued to obstruct ceasefire agreements with Hamas, even when the group agreed to its demands, Middle East Eye via Israel's Channel 13 reported on August 23rd. In Channel 13's HaMakor programme, US…
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Israel’s Netanyahu blocked Gaza ceasefire deal seven times
During the Gaza conflict Israel has continued to obstruct ceasefire agreements with Hamas, even when the group agreed to its demands, Middle East Eye via Israel's Channel 13 reported on August 23rd. In Channel 13's HaMakor programme, US and Israeli officials were interviewed. They said that Israel had thwarted a ceasefire deal on seven different occasions during the war on Gaza.
http://maghrebi.org/2025/08/27/israels-netanyahu-blocked-gaza-ceasefire-deal-seven-times/
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A Spanish military commander calls for the army to be better prepared for conflict with Morocco, amid the kingdoms increased defence spending...
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Spanish commander warns of Moroccan threat, urges military boost
A Spanish military commander calls for army to be better prepared for conflict with Morocco, amid the kingdoms increased defence spending.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/27/spanish-commander-warns-of-moroccan-threat-urges-military-boost/
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Local governments in Morocco have been burdened by around $4.3 billion in lost tax revenue, and weak administrative capabilities might be to blame….
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Morocco’s local governments hit by uncollected tax
Local governments in Morocco have been hit by around $4.3 billion in lost tax revenue, weak administrative capabilities possibly at blame.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/26/moroccos-local-governments-hit-by-uncollected-tax/
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In central-eastern Mali, the town of Farabougou has been under jihadist control since August 19th, forcing civilians to flee as the Malian army struggle to regain ground…
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Mali: Jihadist attack forces civilians into displacement
In central-eastern Mali, jihadist control forces civilians to flee as the Malian forces struggle to regain ground.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/25/mali-jihadist-attack-forces-civilians-into-displacement/
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Morocco: Police officer fatally stabbed by mentally ill man
An on-duty police officer was tragically stabbed and killed by a mentally ill 63-year-old man on August 21st, for no apparent reason.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/24/morocco-police-officer-fatally-stabbed-by-mentally-ill-man/
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Check out this weeks mag! Netanyahu looks to recruit Jews from diaspora communities worldwide and Trumps administration faces an interesting lawsuit... Read more on the Middle East pages Download the mag here:
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Spanish police find stash of Moroccan drugs hidden in oranges
Spanish authorities continue to combat drugs trafficking from Morocco as huge drug bust finds 1579kg of hashish stashed in fake oranges.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/21/spanish-police-find-huge-stash-of-moroccan-drugs-hidden-in-oranges/
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Sahel states move closer toward a unified military force
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, all members of the Confederation of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES,) etch closer to a unified command.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/15/sahel-states-move-closer-toward-a-unified-military-force/
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100+ migrants attempt to swim from Morocco to Ceuta overnight
In one of the most chaotic incidents seen this summer, over 100 migrants, including children, attempted to swim to Ceuta.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/13/100-migrants-attempt-to-cross-from-morocco-to-ceuta-overnight/
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Mali’s junta came into power through a coup. 4 years down the line they face the very same threat…
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Mali: Foiled coup plot adds to mounting pressures
The ruling junta of Mali face growing turbulence as an alleged coup plot has been foiled, two dozen soldiers were arrested as a result.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/12/mali-foiled-coup-plot-adds-to-mounting-pressures/
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PSG tells Hakimi to stay quiet during his ongoing trial…
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Hakimi asked to withdraw interview comments amid ongoing case
Moroccan international and star PSG right back Achraf Hakimi, has been told to retract his interview comments amid the ongoing controversy.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/12/hakimi-aked-towithdraw-ballondor-remarks-amid-ongoing-case/
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Morocco’s flawed migrant policy showing its wares…
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NGOs grow concerned about Morocco’s treatment of migrants
Morocco is sending up to 200 migrants per week to the already struggling southern city of Tiznit, and NGOs are becoming concerned.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/09/ngos-grow-concerned-about-moroccos-treatment-of-migrants/
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Morocco encourage stronger support for struggling landlocked countries in Africa.
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Morocco seeks stronger ties with landlocked countries
At a recent UN conference, Morocco allegedly committed to prioritising cooperation with landlocked countries in Africa.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/08/morocco-seeks-stronger-ties-with-landlocked-countries/
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In his closing blessing for the Jubilee of Youth, Leo remembered the young people of Gaza and Ukraine and other countries "bloodied by war" who could not join their celebration;
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Pope Leo tells 1 million Catholic youths they are sign 'different world is possible'
In his closing blessing for the Jubilee of Youth, Leo remembered the young people of Gaza and Ukraine and other countries "bloodied by war" who could not join their celebration.
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Cartel-linked Kenyan arrested in Morocco for arms dealing
In an international arms trafficking bust, a Kenyan national has been arrested in Morocco at the request of U.S prosecutors.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/05/cartel-linked-kenyan-arrested-in-morocco-for-arms-dealing/
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Iran threatens activist with "physical elimination"
Narges Mohammadi, a human rights activist who has fought against the oppression of women, has allegedly had her life threatened by Iran
https://maghrebi.org/2025/07/13/iran-threatens-activist-with-physical-elimination/
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Mali’s ex-PM charged with undermining the state
Mali’s military government has charged one of the country’s former prime ministers with crimes against the state, following his post on X.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/04/malis-ex-pm-charged-with-undermining-the-state/
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Moroccan woman sentenced to life after killing her newborn
The Spanish Supreme Court has sentenced a Moroccan woman to life in prison for suffocating her newborn baby shortly after birth.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/04/moroccan-woman-sentenced-to-life-after-killing-her-newborn/
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Israeli occupation forces shot dead 14 starving aid seekers near the US-Israeli aid centres in Rafah and Wadi Gaza! (Motasem A. Dalloul)
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Attack on military base in Burkina Faso leaves 50 dead
An armed group carried out an assault on a military base in northern Burkina Faso amid the country’s ongoing struggle with jihadists.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/08/01/attack-on-military-base-in-burkina-faso-leaves-50-dead/
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Morocco sends almost 180 tons of aid to Gaza
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has ordered for a huge aid package to be dispatched for Gaza in the midst of Israel opening up new aid corridors.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/07/31/morocco-sends-almost-180-tons-of-aid-to-gaza/
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U.S suspends visa services in Niger
The U.S has halted all visa processing services in Niger, expressing concerns around their government as a justification.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/07/29/u-s-suspends-visa-services-in-niger/
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Mali moves away from the Algiers accords
The military leadership in Mali, alongside several political parties and civil groups, decided on July 22nd, to replace the Algiers accords.
https://maghrebi.org/2025/07/23/mali-moves-away-from-the-algiers-accords/
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11 months ago
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ordered the ICE raids that terrorized LA to stop. Over to you, Chief Justice Roberts!
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CEO pay is up 1,085% since 1978, while typical worker pay is up just 24%. Why do we always hear "we can't afford to pay our workers more" but never "we can't afford to pay our CEO more"?
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