In his relentless campaign against all independent forces in Tunisia, the head of the Tunisian regime, Kais Saied, has shown an acute sensitivity to any figures or organizations with social influence that operate outside his control.

Senegal has doubled prison sentences for same-sex activity, sparking domestic support and international human rights criticism.

Authorities in Mauritania are once again under growing criticism over slavery, with activists accusing the government of failing to tackle the problem while using the courts and security forces to target campaigners fighting for emancipation.

Amid Libya’s political fragmentation and security breakdown, migrants and refugees have been left exposed to grave dangers, with their safety and basic rights under constant threat.

Extremist Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and War Minister Israel Katz announced a series of measures approved by the security cabinet aimed at deepening Israeli control over the West Bank.