A recent surge is surprising because successful coups are rare.
Tag: Africa
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Viktor Bout, Russia’s ‘Merchant of Death,’ Turns to Politics
The convicted arms trafficker Viktor A. Bout hasn’t much flair for retail politicking, but his celebrity may compensate for that in regional elections.
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After Prigozhin’s Death, a High-Stakes Scramble for His Empire
A shadowy fight is playing out on three continents for control of Yevgeny Prigozhin’s sprawling interests as head of the Wagner mercenary group. The biggest prize: His lucrative operations in Africa.
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Catalyzing Africa’s Climate Potential
A high-profile summit tries to kick-start the transition to clean energy.
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I’m a Pro-Life Priest. Anti-Abortion Groups Are Wrong to Oppose PEPFAR.
Despite what some House Republicans say, PEPFAR has nothing to do with abortion.