Latest in Tag: Tunisia Highlight
Latest in Tag: Tunisia
50 militants attacked Ben Guerdan to declare it as IS province: Tunisian PM
It is unclear whether the militants crossed the border from Libya, which is now closed
Tunisia close its borders with Libya after clashes between army and militants
45 people were killed including 28 militants, 10 security personnel, and seven civilians, according to ministry statement
Egypt wins African handball championship, books ticket to Rio Olympics
Egypt beat Tunisia (21-19) in the final of the African Handball Cup of Nations held Saturday night. This victory will also qualify Egypt for the 2017 IHF World Menâs Handball Championship in France. This also allows Egypt to qualify directly to the Rio Olympics in Brazil in June. The national handball team drove home fans to …
Egypt qualifies for the 2017 IHF World Menâs Handball Championship and advances to African Cup Final
Egypt will play Tunisia in the final of the African Handball Cup of Nations on Saturday night
Democracy is an irreversible choice in Tunisia: Tunisian Prime Minister
Tunisian President accused âmalicious handsâ of exacerbating the situation in the country but said he understand protest demands
Civil Service Law sought to achieve reform: Al-Sisi
The police are aware of the size of challenges, says Minister of Interior
Egypt negotiates with Tunisian authorities for fishermenâs release
Sixteen Egyptian fishermen were detained whilst fishing near a Tunisian port
Tunisian Coast Guard arrests Egyptian fisherman
Egyptian fishermen are frequently detained attempting to fish in foreign waters
State of emergency extended in Tunisia by 2 months
The Tunisian president announced the state of emergency on 24 November after an attack on a presidential guardsâ bus that killed 12
3 remaining fishermen released from Tunisia
Fine for trespassing in Tunisian waters paid through Egyptian Foreign Ministry
Egypt condemns Tunisian bus blast killing 12
Suspected suicide bomber targeted presidential guards in major street
Attack on Tunisia presidential guardâs bus kills at least 11
Officials said 17 extremists, believed to have been trained in Syria and Libya, were arrested in the week preceding the foiled attack. The militants were reportedly awaiting orders to carry out assaults on politicians, beaches and landmark buildings during November
28.8% poverty among children in Egypt
Child poverty represents one of highest percentages among Egyptâs whole population
Sudan and Tunisia release 24 detained Egyptian fishermen
Egyptian fishermen are frequently detained attempting to fish in foreign waters
Egyptian-Tunisian campaign launched to release detained âArab Springâ activists
Campaign aims to put internal attention on cases of detained activists in Egypt and Tunisia
Foreign ministry follows up on arrested fishermen in Tunisia
Tunisia says Egyptian fishermen regularly breach their national waters
CAO not entitled to reopen âPresidential Palacesâ embezzlement case: Official
Since the case was adjudicated in court, the agency is not entitled to address it, says former deputy
Tunisia protests corruption amnesty law
Hundreds of Tunisians have poured into Tunis’ streets to protest a controversial law offering amnesty to corrupt businessmen and politicians. The bill was introduced by the president over the summer.
Mehleb signs 16 agreements in Tunisia, storms out of press conference
The prime minister was asked about his connections to a Mubarak corruption case
15 Egyptian fishermen released from Tunisia
Fishermen were released after over a month in detention
German defense minister von der Leyen pledges aid to Tunisia
On a trip to Tunis, Ursula von der Leyen assured Tunisia of German support in fighting terrorism. She promised fresh funds and military equipment before meeting President Beji Caid Essebsi. Von der Leyen has pledged 1.2 million euros in aid ($1.32 million) in aid to Tunisia’s government as well as military equipment like a floating …
In Tunisia, many young people heed the call of ‘IS’ and al Qaeda
More than 5,000 Tunisians are currently fighting for al Qaeda and the "Islamic State." Extremists have been especially successful at recruiting youth there. Sarah Mersch reports from Tunis. "He said he was going to spend the night at a friend's house. A day later we received a text message that he was in Syria." Iqbel Ben Rejeb's voice trembles as…
Fishermen seek intervention for detained colleagues in Tunisia, Libya
One fisherman shot dead whilst detained in Libya, says head of syndicate
Egypt is poorer than other Arab Spring countries: Global Finance report
Egypt ranks 109th globally in world’s wealthiest/poorest countries list, with GDP per capita being equivalent to $6,650
Friday attacks stir fears over tourist targets in Egypt
Extremists have been targeting civilians more recently, as opposed to security
Egypt condemns terrorist attacks in Tunisia, Kuwait, France
Attacks on Friday in France, Tunisia, and Kuwait, left over 50 people dead
UN envoy Leon in Cairo for Libya consultations
US strikes at infamous Algerian Al-Qaeda leader
Local Libyan Islamists face ‘Islamic State’
‘Majlis Al-Shura’ declared Holy War on the militants earlier
“Islamic State” affiliates make gains in Libya
Militia took over Sirteâs airbase, looks to capture surrounding areas
Tunis shooting leaves 7 dead
Serviceman opens fire on comrades, killing or lethally wounding six before being shot dead