Turkey’s tough minister is useful but unlikely to rise

A defector from the nationalist centre-right just seven years ago, Soylu is useful but has no base in the ruling AKP

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South Africa will struggle to tame xenophobic violence

Xenophobia-inspired attacks are a major embarrassment for the government

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Tension within Catalonia will persist and Barcelona-Madrid relations will remain tense, with no sign of a path forward

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The presence of mainland troops on the border suggests that Beijing is considering quelling protests by force

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Islamist militant networks remain active throughout the region

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The current president has come out on top as his predecessor goes to jail, but no one is really the winner

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The government’s economic strategy is underpinned by greater spending and tax cuts to boost economic growth

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Abuja has branded a Shia group an enemy of the state, but they maintain their peaceful intentions

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A general strike has brought public transport to a halt and disrupted flights; violent clashes with police continue

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Heavy-handed police action against demonstrators is a break with the recent past

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