“The Propaganda Apparatus under Ben Ali: The Black Book” is the fruit of a yearlong investigation by the presidential office into Ben Ali’s archives.
Tunisia’s media blacklist dead on arrival
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U.N. sets regional precedent with Congo drones
Tuesday’s drone launch won’t be the first time the U.N. has tested out new (and controversial) tactics in the DRC.
Angola’s real scandal
A fake ban on Islam is getting all the attention as a major crackdown on opposition activists unfolds.
France digs in on CAR
Ostensibly, the French are in the CAR only as a bridge-holding role until a pan-African or U.N. peacekeeping force can be assembled.
Libya violence has region on edge
Algeria, which borders Libya to the southeast and turbulent Mali and Niger to the south, is understandably skittish.
Is Mali destined for more of the same?
The three-week campaign period preceding Sunday’s vote has been muted, with little popular enthusiasm.
Free hugs, free kisses: Saudi Arabia and Morocco face morality challenges
The uniform response to perceived subversive activity by authorities in Saudi Arabia and Morocco should serve as a reminder of the politically repressive apparatus operating in both contexts.
After Mali, Hollande eyes victory in the C.A.R.
Though a battlefield victory wouldn’t obscure the French leader’s domestic failings, it may slow his current free-fall.
Big games: MidEast soccer carries major political charge
The complicated interplay between Middle East politics and soccer was on prominent display in three highly charged international matches on Tuesday.
Ethiopia violently disperses protest against Saudi police abuse
The move by Ethiopian authorities should not inspire a lot of hope in the prospects of international pressure swaying the Saudis away from their migrant purge.
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