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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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Haftar Holds Upper Hand In Libya Power Struggle

by Geoff Porter

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Outsiders' Bets on Libya Torpedo Peace

by Jonathan M. Winer

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Libyan Unity Remains Out of Reach

by Bennett Seftel

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Tackling Insurgency in Nigeria Defies Single Formula

by Ambassador John Campbell

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Underpaid Nigerian Army Struggles to Contain Boko Haram

by Hilary Matfess

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Boko Haram Stalks Region Despite Territory Loss

by Kaitlin Lavinder

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