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A Polisario fighter sits on a rock at a forward base on the outskirts of Tifariti, Western Sahara, September 9, 2016.
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Algeria pulls envoy as France backs Morocco's Sahara plan

Algeria withdrew its ambassador from Paris this week in response to France’s decision to recognize Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.

A man looks at belongings inside a damaged house during clashes between the RSF and the army in Khartoum.
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Why Sudan’s crisis is a regional affair

Fighting rages on in Sudan. But this conflict isn’t just about Sudan. A host of regional heavyweights with their own strategic interests in Sudan – and the Horn of Africa more broadly – have helped fuel the current political crisis and are closely watching events unfold.

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Salem Al-Dawsari celebrates scoring Saudi Arabia's second goal against Argentina.
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Saudi shocker is a victory for all Arabs — and a PR coup for MBS

Beating mighty Argentina sent long-awaited ripples of soccer joy throughout the Arab world.

The EU’s natural gas troubles won’t end after ditching Russia
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The EU’s natural gas troubles won’t end after ditching Russia

Turning to the Middle East and North Africa will be anything but smooth sailing.

Hard Numbers: The young & restless
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Hard Numbers: The young & restless

GZERO World looks at the Hard Numbers facing the young men and women in the Middle East and North Africa.