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National Identity : Who is really French? [video]

What does it mean to be French? For the past few months, France has been asking itself that very question. But the debate over national identity launched by President Sarkozy now appears to be deepening racial tensions present for years. To get to the heart of the matter, our reporter James André went to Marseille, the most ethnically diverse city in France.
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King Mohammed VI: 10 Years Later (in French)

French news channel France24 looks at King Mohammed VI accession to throne and his first decade as Morocco's monarch. This clip is in French....
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Yemen Under Close Watch

The North Africa Journal's Alessandro Bruno says Yemen has been a country of concern for quite some time, but the foiled Christmas Day bombing aboard a U.S. airline brought the country into the spotlight....
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The Yemen Connection

The deputy editor of the North Africa Journal explains that because of Yemen's topography and politics, military aid would do little to curb terrorism and socio-economic assistance will be more helpful. ...
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Alessandro Bruno on Latest Attempt on US Airliner

A 23-year-old man is the suspect in the attempted Christmas Day bombing of Northwest Flight 253, which was bound for Detroit, Michigan. ...
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Muslim Fashion: Cover Me Beautiful

(Global Pulse: March 19, 2010) The dress of Muslim women worldwide walks a fine line between conservative and chic. In Chechnya and Iran, politics affect how much skin a woman can show. Pakistani fashion designers rebel against Taliban influence with revealing clothes, while one female Muslim designer is making fabulous clothes that are both respectful and stylish. SOURCES: RT, Russia; South Asia Newsline, India; BBC, U.K.; CBS, U.S. ...
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BBC Debates with Alessandro Bruno and Guests on Libyan Issues (Audio)

The intense debate over Libya, which culminated with the release of Magrahi and Muamar Qadhaffi's speech at the UN has generated a great deal of attention in Western media, in particular in the United States. Qadhaffi's speech to the UN was an opportunity for the BBC Scotland to reassess the situation. The North Africa Journal's Alessandro Bruno was among the guests who take part to a debate organized by the BBC....
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Alessandro Bruno on the Fury Over Al Magrahi Release

The release of Al Magrahi from a Scotish jail and his return to Libya have led to outrage in the United States and a state of euphoria in Libya. The Europeans have been less concerned about the issue, although pressure is likely to increase on the Scottish government, in particular to pave the way for the possible resignation justice minister Kenny MacAskill. While the debate goes, our own Deputy Editor Alessandro Bruno weighs in with this interview with CTV and on Global Journalist Radio, among the various ones he has given on the topic and others. ...
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Arezki on France in the Med Region (Audio Archive 2007)

In this audio oped, Arezki Daoud shares his thoughts on France's stance in the Mediterranean region....
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France Seeks to Widen Influence in the Med Region (Audio Archive 2007)

In this discussion, North Africa Journal editor Arezki Daoud discusses France's stance on mediterranean affairs....
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In Video: Capture of Saif Gaddafi, TV Interview

The North Africa Journal | The son of Muamar Gaddafi was captured in the south of Libya. The North Africa Journal's take on the news.
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Podcasts Discuss North African Issues

The North Africa Journal announces its 2010 year-end audio podcast series. The podcasts are available for free to listeners who can either download the MP3 files or listen streaming online.
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The Miners of Jerada | Video Documentary

Since its coal mine was closed, Jerada in eastern Morocco has become a virtual ghost town. These days, some residents even dig coal out of the mountain with their bare hands. The makeshift miners survive on the pittance paid by coal merchants. Click on the video below to watch the documentary.

Fahem Boukadous Interviewed by Reporters Without Borders

Below is a video interview released by Reporters without Borders of jailed Tunisian journalist Fahem Boukadous. Boukadous simply reported about the protests against unemployment and other grievances in a mining region of Gafsa province in 2008. New York-based Human Rights Watch says Fahem Boukadous and Hassan bin Abdullah were convicted after unfair trials in which the defense was not allowed to present witnesses. Their appeals are scheduled for April 27, 2010.

Algeria's Corruption Scandals [Video in English]

The CEO of Algeria's most profitable company has been suspended, and is being investigated for corruption. What is happening in Algeria and how financial scandals and corporate corruptions are linked to politics. This video is from Al-Jazeera English

Muslim Fashion: Cover Me Beautiful

(Global Pulse: March 19, 2010) The dress of Muslim women worldwide walks a fine line between conservative and chic. In Chechnya and Iran, politics affect how much skin a woman can show. Pakistani fashion designers rebel against Taliban influence with revealing clothes, while one female Muslim designer is making fabulous clothes that are both respectful and stylish. SOURCES: RT, Russia; South Asia Newsline, India; BBC, U.K.; CBS, U.S.

Insecurity in the Sahel: Bad Governance and Poverty at the Source of Insecurity in the Region [Video]

The ethnic Touaregs, who have maintained their nomadic existence for thousands of years, have been battling the troops of Niger and Mali. Their efforts to gain some basic rights never materialize, creating a security vacuum that enables Al Qaeda to set foot and expand its recruitment. This documentary, which was filmed in Niger, provides a clear depiction of the harsh Touareg life.
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Alessandro Bruno on CTV News Sharing Insights on the Darfur Truce

The deputy editor of The North Africa Journal, Alessandro Bruno, explains how the cease-fire deals signed in Sudan are reflective of the government's pursuit of votes for a number of upcoming elections.

Maghreb Women Series: Obesity in Mauritania [Video]

Big is often regarded as beautiful in Mauritania, but the controversial act of force-feeding is still practiced in some parts of the country.

Maghreb Women Series: The 'Human Mules' of Ceuta [Video]

France 24 REPORTERS - The Spanish enclave of Ceuta in Morocco is a smuggler’s paradise and a transit point for all kinds of contraband. Every day, the ritual is the same. These so-called "mule women" cross the border between Morocco and Spain, carrying bags on their backs weighing up to 80 kilos. But sometimes they can buckle under the weight and even suffocate to death.
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Redouane Benmehdi

A native of Sousse, Tunisia, Redouane Benmehdi is currently in Washington DC pursuing a PhD in political science. Mr. Benmehdi is a keen observer of events in North Africa.
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