Middle East militias reshape politics and business
The rise of militia blocs in Iraq, Libya, Syria and Yemen will affect business practices throughout the Middle East
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- New militia conglomerations
- Fragmented armies
- Strengthening local governance
- Multiple entry points
- Evolution in security provision
- Greater political risk
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_350.jpg "Members of a militia group hold their weapons in Freedom Square in Benghazi (Reuters/Esam Omran Al-Fetori)")