LATEST Africa BRIEFS

Decoding the U.S. Mission in Niger

by Idayat Hassan

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McCain Pushes for Answers on Deadly Niger Ambush

by Kaitlin Lavinder

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The Widespread Disdain for Somalia’s Government

by Bronwyn E. Bruton

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Nation Building or Targeted Killings: Tough Choices for U.S. in Somalia

by Bennett Seftel

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Long-Term Solutions vs. Short-Term Revenge

by Seth G. Jones

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Hundreds Dead in Mogadishu Blast — What Does it Mean for U.S.?

by Kaitlin Lavinder

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Al Qaeda Thrives Across Weak West African States

by Bennett Seftel

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Economic Development in West Africa Can Counter Terror

by David Shedd

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Sahel Governments Need More Security Assistance

by Michael Shurkin

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Kenya to Vote Again after Court Rules Election Invalid

by Wilson Dizard

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