Middle East / Africa
Renewed talks afford South Sudan some breathing room
The main participants have agreed to resume talks aimed at bringing holdout rebel groups back into the fold
South SudanFinancing may hinder COP16 goals globally
The COP16 biodiversity summit saw progress in numerous areas, but related financial commitments fall short
InternationalProspects for South Africa in 2025
After a landmark election, a new unity government faces the task of turning South Africa's prospects around
South AfricaAlgeria seeks boost in regional role
As the president begins his second term, the authorities aim to push back against external interference in the region
AlgeriaBahrain will sell further stakes in major companies
Bahrain has agreed deals that reduce its stakes in its aluminium and hydrocarbon sectors
BahrainIsraeli premier will solidify his grip over war policy
Thousands protested the removal of the defence minister, a move that was also criticised by opposition leaders
IsraelMozambique election protests may escalate further
Tensions are mounting as a week of planned opposition protests approaches its climax
MozambiqueQatar’s constitutional change will make no difference
Qatar voted yesterday to revert to a fully appointed Shura Council
Qatar
