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4 articlesUS pushes $5 billion fund to rebuild Middle East energy sites
The US wants to set up a $5 billion fund to help fix Middle East energy infrastructure after the US-Israeli war on Iran. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have been approached, but the region faces tens of billions in damage.
Tunisia weighs ties with UAE after Algeria's diplomatic break
Tunisia is reconsidering its relationship with the United Arab Emirates after Algeria cut diplomatic ties with Abu Dhabi. As Tunis strengthens its partnership with Algiers, signs point to a possible shift in Maghreb alliances.
Algeria expels UAE ambassador as diplomatic rupture escalates regional rifts
Algeria has ordered the UAE ambassador to leave within 48 hours, severing diplomatic ties and accusing Abu Dhabi of hostile actions. The move signals a hardening of Algeria's stance on Israel, Western Sahara, and Gulf influence across North Africa and the Sahel.
Comoros launches solar power plants to cut diesel reliance
Three solar power plants with battery storage have gone live in the Comoros, targeting a 13 percent share of national electricity demand and aiming to reduce the country's near-total dependence on imported diesel. The project is financed by the UAE and operated by Global South Utilities.