Highlights - Cuba’s current state - UN condemnation of the US embargo - No democratic governance in sight for Cuba The Fidel Castro era in Cuba is nearing an end. Whether it is next month, …
Jihadist Media Organizations Special Series (1 of 3)
Highlights - As-Sahab is the primary media production and distribution network for al-Qaeda core leadership - Since its inception, as-Sahab has steadily improved its capabilities and further …
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Lebanon: Presidential Election in the Balance
Highlights - Lebanese presidential elections were postponed for the third time until November 21, 2007, with the November 24th deadline fast approaching - Though efforts to reach consensus appear …
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Illegal Workers Arrested at O’Hare International Airport
Highlights - US authorities arrested 34 illegal immigrants with fake or deactivated airport security badges that provided access to restricted areas of O’Hare International Airport - The arrests …
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Sudan: Darfur Rebels Target Oil Fields
Highlights - Darfur rebels attack Chinese-run oilfield - Attacks could have significant economic impact on Sudan - Rebels warn of future attacks against oilfields, especially Chinese owned …
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Yemen: Oil Pipeline Attack A Non-Event with Future Implications
Highlights - A possible drop in Yemen’s marginal oil export capacity will have little impact on the price of oil - The use of oil infrastructure attacks by a small armed tribe in Yemen is …
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Georgia: New Protests Against Georgian Leader
Highlights - The Rose Revolution honeymoon is over for Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili - Georgia has a long way to go to build a modern democratic nation - Any potential changes in the …
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Sri Lanka: Increased Conflict With No End In Sight
Highlights - Top Tamil Tiger peace negotiator killed by Sri Lankan Air Force - Sri Lanka increases security, expecting a backlash from LTTE forces - LTTE and Sri Lankan government are unlikely to …
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India: The State of the Maoist Insurgency in Eastern India
Highlights - Fighting between Indian security forces and Maoist rebels has escalated in recent months - Maoist violence prevents several states in eastern India from developing - We anticipate …
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Guatemala: Colom Wins Presidential Bid
Highlights - Alvaro Colom was elected Guatemala’s next President in special run-off election conducted November 4, 2007 - Colom’s victory provides the first leftist President since the end of …
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