The country's political transition is slowed by the demands of the various groups.
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Libyan gunmen outside the Justice Ministry in Tripoli on April 30
A Western intervention in Syria would not be as clean or effective as some believe.
Al Qaeda and Iran represent ongoing threats to various targets around the world.
Cairo's increasing dependence on financial support from its neighbors underscores Egypt's economic challenges.
Libya's relatively short history as a strong state is likely over.
Nigeria attests to the triumph of naked power and geography over the realm of ideas.
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The cradle of the Arab Spring is too civilized for military strongmen but too politically underdeveloped for democracy.…
Tripoli is co-opting regional leaders for the sake of stability.
