Tag: Regional Stability
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West Africa’s democracy under pressure: Benin’s coup and the region’s trajectory
Context: Democracy in West Africa on a delicate balance West Africa has long presented a paradox: vibrant, participatory politics in places interwoven with periods of instability. For decades, many countries in the region have wrestled with coups, attempted overturns, and fragile transitions. Yet, over the last few years, a hopeful trend emerged in several capitals…
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Pakistan Accuses India of Weaponizing Water and Threatening Stability
Overview: A rising tension over shared water resources Pakistan has publicly accused India of weaponizing water by releasing water from Indian dams without prior warning. The allegation, made by Pakistan’s deputy prime minister, frames the issue as not merely a bilateral dispute over hydropower but a broader threat to regional stability. The incident underscores the…
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PM Modi Begins 3-Nation Visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman to Fortify Ties
PM Modi Embarks on a Three-Nation Tour: Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a mission to strengthen India’s strategic and cultural ties with three important partners in the Middle East and Africa: Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman. The visit, announced on Monday, comes as New Delhi seeks to deepen economic collaboration,…
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Rising Tensions in Southern Libya Stirs Illicit Economies
Escalating tensions in Fezzan In the Libyan region of Fezzan, located in the southern reaches of the country, security tensions have surged after years of relative calm. Since a decisive shift six years ago with the Libyan Arab Armed Forces (LAAF) asserting control from Benghazi, Fezzan had experienced a fragile stability. That stability now appears…
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Rising Tensions in Fezzan: Libya’s Illicit Economies Under Pressure
Overview: A fragile peace in Fezzan falters Southern Libya’s Fezzan region, long characterized by a tenuous balance among tribal groups, militias, and external actors, is facing renewed strains. After six years of relative stability following the Benghazi-based Libyan Arab Armed Forces (LAAF) takeover, recent clashes and spiking violence have unsettled local governance and security. The…
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Tense Calm in Israel’s North as Hezbollah Threat Looms
Overview of a delicate calm at the edge of conflict In the far north, a tense calm lingers as Israel prepares for potential military action against Hezbollah. Across towns and border outposts, residents, security officials, and volunteers monitor every development, balancing routine life with the shadow of a renewed confrontation. The mood is not one…
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Tense Calm in the North: Israel’s Quiet Resolve as the Fight with Hezbollah Intensifies
Rising Tensions on the North Frontier Along Israel’s far northern border, the mood is a perplexing blend of vigilance and restraint. After months of mobilization and nightly alarms, civilians and soldiers alike speak in measured terms about a campaign that has entered a critical phase. The phrase that has reverberated through towns near the border…
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Venezuela on a Knife Edge as Trump Authores CIA Operations
Background: A Dramatic Shift in U.S.-Venezuela Relations In what observers are calling a pivotal moment, reports suggest that the Trump administration has authorized covert CIA operations inside Venezuela. The move, described by sources as a covert-action finding, signals a potential escalation from diplomatic pressure and sanctions to more direct, clandestine measures aimed at shaping events…
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When State Affordable Housing Misses the Mark and What International Law Says About Ocean Access Wars
Introduction: Two pressing, intertwined issues Many countries face a dual challenge: providing affordable housing for low- and middle-income families and navigating the complex geopolitics of access to vital trade routes. In some regions, ambitious government housing schemes deliver fewer benefits than expected, while discussions about sea access for landlocked nations draw attention to lasting effects…
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Small Houses, Big Gaps: How State Affordable Housing Misses Its Target—and What That Means for Incomes and Access
Introduction: A Growing Mismatch in Affordable Housing As housing costs rise and incomes stagnate, many governments promise affordable housing as a lifeline for lower- and middle-income families. Yet in several nations, including those with ambitious housing schemes, the target beneficiaries rarely see the relief they were promised. The result is a persistent gap between policy…