An Islamic State branch has acquired a foothold in Puntland, in north-eastern Somalia, and has been channelling funds to the jihadist network’s other African affiliates. Curtailing the group’s activities will require the Somali government and Puntland authorities to overcome their divisions to take concerted action.
The Taliban have instituted a ban on narcotics in Afghanistan. While that has led to a massive drop in production, it is hitting the rural poor particularly hard. Foreign donors should work with the government to ensure the policy does not further undermine vulnerable populations.
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Israeli settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank are on the rise, with a spike since Israel’s present government took office and another since October 2023. Western countries should use their leverage with Israel – military aid and economic ties – to help curb this growing danger.
Explore Crisis Group's map that shows movements of military units and fortification building below.
The breakdown of the post-Cold War order has hit the U.N. hard.
[The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation] occurs amid intensifying frictions between China and the West, especially the U.S.
There’s an incentive, not just for Israel, but also for the region in general, to calm down regional tensions and to restore stability.
If Israel can get away with killing Iranian allies in the middle of Tehran, there is no safe haven for Iranian leadership anywhere.
[For Bangladesh's army] to have sided with Hasina at this juncture would have tarnished their image massively.
In terms of Hamas’ popularity, yes they are the de facto leaders of Palestinians, whether we like it or not.
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