TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Russia is working to strengthen ties to North Africa and spread its narrative about Ukraine and Gaza as the United States’ popularity throughout the Arab World diminishes. As the two wars grind on, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Morocco and Tunisia this week in an effort to deepen ties between Moscow and Arab countries. Experts said the visits were a component of Russia’s broader strategy to expand the scope of its foreign policy and capitalize on the growing frustration with western powers, including the United States. By SAM METZ and BOUAZZA BEN BOUAZZA Associated PressKION 46 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking hereIf you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 21, 2023 18:24 UTC