North Africa
The Real Story Behind EgyptAir Hijacker Photos
The co-pilot reveals to Newsweek why a stewardess posed with the hijacker.
ISIS Releases Photos of Executions, Floggings in Sirte
The group is increasingly imposing its brutal brand of Sharia law in the city.
What Is Behind the Rise of ISIS in Libya?
The international community needs to tackle the flow of Tunisian jihadis into Libya, writes Tarek Kahlaoui.
ISIS Is the Real Winner in Libya
Obama's interview in 'The Atlantic' demonstrates how the international community has failed to pay attention to the complexities of Libyan society.
Italian Held Hostage in Libya Escaped Using a Nail
The construction worker who had been held for eight months said "you can do many things" with a nail.
Egypt Links Hamas to Prosecutor's Assassination
Hisham Barakat was killed in a car bomb attack in a Cairo suburb in June 2015.
Two Italian Hostages Freed in Libya
All four Italians were kidnapped close to Libya's border with Tunisia in July 2015.
British Troops to Stop ISIS at Tunisia-Libya Border
British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon announces the deployment of British troops to border area.
French Military Advisers Aiding Libya's ISIS Fight
French forces backing internationally-recognized government from Benghazi airport, reports say.
Egypt: Libya Must Form Government Before ISIS Campaign
Sameh Shoukry says stability in the country "primarily will have to be dealt with by Libyans."
ISIS Fighters in Libya Double to 6,500: Report
The radical Islamist group has continued to grow in influence in North Africa.
ISIS Reveals Wheelchair-Bound 'Executioner' in Libya
The official release by the militant group's Tripoli wing shows the execution of three spies.
U.S. 'Developing Options' To Act Against ISIS in Libya
Washington is "watching the situation very carefully" but no decisions have been made.
Egyptians May Face Jail After Handing Condoms to Police
Actor and comedian could receive six months in jail for mocking police on revolution anniversary.
Egypt's Sisi Praises Arab Spring Despite Crackdown
Security forces conducted raids on government opposition activists ahead of the Arab Spring anniversary.
Young Middle East Muslims See ISIS as Distorting Islam
The poll surveyed Muslims in Morocco, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and the Palestinian territories.
Truck Bomb Kills 47 at Military Center in Libyan Town
Witnesses say some of the casualties were civilians.
Rival Libya Parliament Leaders Hold First Meeting in Malta
The internationally recognized parliament in Tobruk and the rival parliament in Tripoli meet to discuss unity plan.
Dozens Dead After Mali Security Forces Storm Hotel and Free Hostages
At least 27 are reportedly dead in the attack on a Western target in the West African country.
Tunisia Prevented 'Major' Islamist Attack on Politicians and Hotels This Month
Senior Tunisian official says sleeper cell attempted to "bring chaos" to North African country.
Exiled Palestinian Leader Looks for Regional Allies in Mediation of Nile Dam Deal
Mohammed Dahlan mediates dam agreement between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan ahead of future challenge to Mahmoud Abbas.
Bomb Explodes at Spanish Embassy in Libyan Capital
No reported casualties in latest of embassy attacks in Libya, following assaults on South Korean and Moroccan embassies.
Shipwrecked Bodies Brought Ashore, EU Proposes Doubling Rescue Effort
Three other rescue operations underway on Monday as EU ministers present plan to double funding for Triton operation.
Egypt To Punish Tunnel Diggers With Life Jail Term
The law was extended yesterday as Sisi tries to combat smuggling between Sinai and Gaza.
'Illegitimate' Sudan Elections Could Escalate Conflict
The EU has already made clear it rejects the legitimacy of the elections.
Spiritual Leader of Libya's Biggest Jihadi Group Pledges Allegiance to ISIS
Ansar al-Sharia's spiritual leader defects to ISIS in bid to influence fellow North African jihadis.
ISIS Target Africa in New Issue of Recruitment Magazine
The terror group write about Boko Haram, Libya and Tunisia in the new publication of Dabiq.
The Lawless Hotbed of Jihadism in Tunisia's Western Mountains
The Jebel Chaambi area on the border with Algeria is a hub of jihadism threatening the country's security.
20 Tourists Killed as Militants Attack Tunisian Museum
23 people were killed in a terror attack on the national museum in Tunis, adjacent to the parliament building.
5,000 Foreign Fighters Flock to Libya as ISIS Call for Jihadists
Libyan foreign minister calls on international community to prevent flood of extremists.