Relations between France and Algeria are at a new low, with Algiers blaming the French far right for a more combative approach from Paris towards its former colony. The deepening rift stems from France recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over disputed Western Sahara, leading to diplomatic tensions and mutual accusations. The situation has escalated with expulsion orders, threats of canceling agreements, and warnings of potential economic and security consequences if tensions continue to rise.
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Israel Acknowledges Second Deadly Attack on Aid Workers in Gaza
Israel's military acknowledged that its forces mistakenly attacked a U.N. guesthouse in Gaza on March 19, killing Bulgarian staff member Marin Valev Marinov and wounding six others, leading to the withdrawal of a third of the U.N.’s international staff from Gaza. This incident marks the second admission of wrongful fire on aid workers by Israel in a week, with the U.N. calling for greater accountability for attacks on its personnel, as at least 285 U.N....
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