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Somali security strategy ignores old lessons

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SOMALIA

When his latest term started, the president hinted that he might consider negotiations with al-Shabaab, and he still says he remains open to this. However, following a major…

Somali economic reforms will extend beyond debt relief

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SOMALIA

The programme's successful completion demonstrates the government's ability to deliver on reforms despite a difficult environment and clears the way for debt relief under the…

Beirut will need IMF support, despite political costs

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LEBANON

This followed the government’s decision to default, for the first time ever, on bonds maturing on March 9. There is a mounting controversy over whether to seek financial support…

Iran’s financial-sector woes could spark new protests

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IRAN

IRAN: Financial-sector woes could spark new protests

Jihadist bomb will intensify Somali military efforts

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SOMALIA

SOMALIA: Jihadist bomb will intensify military efforts

Lebanon will witness a backlash when the budget passes

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LEBANON

LEBANON: Budget will cause outcry when it passes

Iraq will strongly protest Turkish strikes in Sinjar

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IRAQ/TURKEY

IRAQ/TURKEY: Baghdad will protest Sinjar strikes

Lebanon’s IMF appeal will face political pushback

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LEBANON

LEBANON: IMF appeal will face political pushback

Somalia and Ethiopia face tough talks to ease tensions

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SOMALIA/ETHIOPIA

SOMALIA/ETHIOPIA: Bilateral talks may face challenges

Iranian users will cling to the Telegram messaging app

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IRAN

IRAN: Users will cling to the Telegram messaging app