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Expansion of Mexico’s CJNG poses regional risks

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MEXICO

Police believe the cargo, worth some USD18.6mn, belonged to Mexico’s New Generation Jalisco Cartel (CJNG), a group that has expanded rapidly in the last decade to become one of…

Ethiopia’s conflict enters its most volatile phase

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ETHIOPIA

The country is now bracing for an escalating confrontation, despite intensified international efforts to end the conflict.

Islamists may reap some benefits from Sudan’s coup

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SUDAN

The Forces for Freedom and Change (FFC) coalition of civilian and rebel groups have rejected the deal, but Hamdok has justified it on the grounds that (among other things) it will…

Elite rivalry could destabilise South Sudan's Dinka

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SOUTH SUDAN

Tensions among South Sudanese political elites.

Oromo-Amhara unrest will deepen Ethiopian instability

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ETHIOPIA

The conflict adds to the diverse security challenges facing Ethiopia and threatens fragile Amhara-Oromo relations within the ruling Prosperity Party and beyond.

Russia's CAR engagement trials hard and soft power

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RUSSIA/CAR

Russia sent 300 instructors to CAR ahead of the December 27 presidential election to help maintain security and fend off a new rebellion. Paramilitary forces acting as mercenary…

Election uncertainty threatens South Sudan’s stability

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SOUTH SUDAN

Although President Salva Kiir’s allies may be enticed by the prospect of cementing their hegemonic position, other leaders fear that elections would be used to exclude them from…

President is eroding Romania’s pluralist democracy

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ROMANIA

His efforts in 2021 to hammer out a coalition between two normally rival parties who hold most of parliament’s seats have undermined competitive politics and scrutiny of…

Russia turns security bloc into agile policy tool

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RUSSIA/KAZAKHSTAN

The CSTO force's arrival, trouble-free presence and speedy departure makes it an appealing option for signatory-state governments. It demonstrates Moscow's willingness to assist…

Soleimani’s death may further weaken Iran in Syria

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SYRIA

Iranian networks in Syria.