Youssef Khabchi
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Political & Human Rights Writer | Exploring global and North African issues with an analytical lens | Advocating for freedom, justice, and equality through powerful storytelling.
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The Legend of Tin Hinan:
In the heart of the Sahara Desert, where endless dunes meet the horizon and silence speaks louder than words, there lives a story that has survived for centuries. It is the story of Tin Hinan, the woman who became both a legend and a queen, remembered by the Amazigh as the ancestral mother of the Tuareg people. Her tale blends myth, history, and poetry, making it one of the most captivating narratives in North African heritage.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in History
The Untold Story of the Amazigh: The People Who Refused to Disappear
Long before maps divided North Africa into modern nations, before the pyramids rose in Egypt, and before Rome claimed dominion over the Mediterranean, there lived a people who called themselves Imazighen – “the free ones.” Their history is as old as the desert winds, yet much of it has been buried, renamed, or forgotten. The Amazigh story, however, is not one of disappearance, but of survival, identity, and resilience that has lasted thousands of years.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in History
The Amazigh Question:
The Amazigh people, also known as the Berbers, are the Indigenous inhabitants of North Africa, with a history stretching back thousands of years. Despite their deep roots in the region, their political recognition has long been a contested issue. From Morocco to Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and beyond, Amazigh communities have struggled to gain cultural and political rights within modern nation-states shaped by Arabization policies and centralized governments.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in The Swamp
Has the United Kingdom Found Its New Role on the Global Stage?
Since leaving the European Union in 2020, the United Kingdom has been searching for a role that matches its history as a former colonial power and permanent member of the UN Security Council. Between internal economic challenges, the gradual retreat of the United States from its traditional leadership of the West, and the rise of new powers such as China and India, London faces a crucial question: Can it redefine its global role in a rapidly changing world?
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in The Swamp
The war in Ukraine and Global Diplomacy:. AI-Generated.
Introduction: The conflict in Ukraine isn’t just a regional war — it’s a geopolitical earthquake shaking the foundations of international relations. Every move made in Kyiv or Moscow sends ripples across capitals from Washington to Brussels and Beijing. As the world watches, the question is no longer just who will win on the battlefield, but how this war will reshape diplomacy, alliances, and the very rules that govern global order. Join me as we dive into the heart of this complex and pivotal moment in history.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in The Swamp
Lounes Maatoub, the Rebel:. AI-Generated.
Introduction: In the rugged mountains of Kabylie, a voice once roared louder than any gunshot. That voice belonged to Lounès Matoub—a revolutionary, poet, and fierce defender of the Amazigh identity. Nicknamed "Le Rebelle" (The Rebel), Matoub’s legacy continues to echo across North Africa and the diaspora as a symbol of resistance, courage, and uncompromising truth.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in The Swamp
The Rif Movement: Morocco’s Struggle for Justice and Dignity. AI-Generated.
In the heart of northern Morocco lies the Rif region — a land marked by beauty, history, and a long-standing struggle for justice. What began as a tragic death of a humble fish vendor, Mohcine Fikri, quickly escalated into one of the most powerful social movements in recent Moroccan history. This article uncovers the roots, developments, and sociopolitical impacts of the Rif Movement, revealing a story of resilience, repression, and the relentless fight for dignity.
By Youssef Khabchi5 months ago in The Swamp
