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All items tagged SomaliaOpen Think Tank ArticlesJuly 16, 2008 | Somali Peace Requires Constructive International EngagementAbukar Arman: Lasting peace in Somalia requires a holistic approach and constructive engagement on behalf of the international community. The peace accord needs to be adapted to recognize that the precondition “cessation of violence” cannot be fulfilled before Ethiopian occupation troops have left. ... MoreGlobal Must Read ArticlesNovember 26, 2008 | Use Satellites and Aircraft Carriers Against the PiratesSomaliland is a relatively stable part of Somalia that claims independence, and might deserve it. ++ Other regions, Puntland and the south of Somalia, are bases for pirates, fundamentalists, and warlords; they should be eliminated by coordinated air strikes on their pirate vessels, followed by assault troops. ++ Their assets should be frozen, all ships to ports in Puntland intercepted. ++ Then ... MoreNovember 21, 2008 | Pirates of the Arabian - Sort ofPirates – that ancient breed of scoundrel, romanticized and glorified, yet wretched and rotten – have made a name for themselves off Somali coasts. ++ Many, it turns out, are simply trying to make a living for themselves. ++ While their exploits have become renowned, drawing in over $30 million in ransom fees so far this year, a little known fact remains: over $300 million a year in ... MoreSeptember 9, 2008 | Why We Are Blind to the Somali TragedyThe situation in Somalia has gradually become worse since the US and UN withdrew in the 1990s, but most people think otherwise, assuming they would have heard more if problems were escalating. ++ The suffering of nearly 10 million Somalis is publicized less than that of the Darfuris simply because the White House wants to protect its image. ++ The US record in Africa, in contrast to the Middle ... MoreCommentsMay 5, 2007 | "For the record: When people are murdered on... |
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