Political role for Nigerian army would amplify risks

Increasing divisions within the military are coming at a time of electoral crisis

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Regulations could hinder private US drone use

Drones will spark disputes over privacy, but military variants will see high export potential

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Security risks are rising at home and abroad, posing a threat to Sisi's efforts to stabilise Egypt

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Talks are unlikely to be extended beyond March 31; their failure would have a significant impact on regional stability

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Despite gains on free speech since Ben Ali's fall, Tunisia still faces an uphill struggle

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Governments are seeking to fight 'Islamic State' abroad and prevent a backlash from its supporters at home

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Fears of 'Islamic State' expansion may aggravate political fissures across the Maghreb, particularly in Libya

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Shia popular forces have been crucial in the fightback against Islamic State but pose a longer-term security threat

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Nigeria's neighbours cannot ignore Boko Haram's expansion, but are less prepared to deal with military failure

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Following the January terror attacks in Paris, Francois Hollande now has momentum to turn around his presidency

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