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12 February 2019

Elections to take place on February 16 amid violence in several regions – Nigeria Analysis

A soldier stands guard during a launch campaign by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) party for President Muhammadu Buhari's re-election bid, in Uyo
General elections will be held in Nigeria on February 16, in order to elect the president as well as the members of the House of Representatives and the Senate. President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) will...
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30 January 2019

Cartel Entry Into Mexico’s Illicit Fuel Market Brings About New Security Challenges – Mexico Analysis

A soldier keeps watch at the site where a fuel pipeline ruptured by suspected oil thieves exploded, in the municipality of Tlahuelilpan, state of Hidalgo, Mexico January 20, 2019. REUTERS/Henry Romero - RC1DF1406420
Fuel thefts have emerged as a leading cause for increased rates of violent crime in states with major oil pipelines. The increase in violence stems from the entry of cartels into the illicit fuel trade, due to its lucrative,...
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09 January 2019

Prospects for Stability & Development in Libya – Libya Special Intelligence Report

Approximate Territorial Areas of Control in Libya
Control over territory in Libya is contested between the HoR, the GNA, and tribal militias. As neither of these entities are willing to compromise upon their interests, the current political landscape in Libya will remain unstable, and the security environment in...
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18 December 2018

Qatar’s decision to withdraw from OPEC in January 2019 part of increasing effort to break from Saudi influence – Qatar Analysis

Saad al-Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy Affairs, speaks during a news conference in Doha, Qatar, December 3, 2018. REUTERS/Eric Knecht - RC1FCBB9E840
Qatar’s decision to withdraw from OPEC stems from its inability to influence decisions within the organization due to relatively low output as well as its interest in breaking away from Saudi influence.
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11 December 2018

Travel and Security Recommendations for the Holiday Season

Travel & Security Recommendations for the Holiday Season
International travel during the holiday season can be stressful, hectic, and oftentimes dangerous. MAX has compiled a list of travel and security recommendations to guide you through the holidays safely and hassle-free.
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05 December 2018

IS attack against Tazirbu police station on November 23 indicative of increase in militant group’s ranks, capabilities in Libya – Libya Analysis

IS-linked media report on Tazirbu attack
The November 23 attack against the Tazirbu police station is very similar to the October 28-29 Islamic State (IS)-claimed attack against a police station in al-Fuqaha, Jufra District. These attacks indicate a shift in IS strategy from localized...
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28 November 2018

G20 Buenos Aires summit 2018 – November 30-December 1 – Argentina Special Analysis

G20 Summit likely to see violent protests, as Argentina sees continuing political tensions: A protester hurls rocks at the police during clashes outside the Congress, where the budget bill is being debated, in Buenos Aires, Argentina October 24, 2018. REUTERS/Martin Acosta TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY - RC126BBF9DE0
Between November 30 and December 1, Argentina will hold the 13th leaders’ summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) in Buenos Aires.
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20 November 2018

Asia Bibi-related protests underscore TLP’s growing political influence; blasphemy case to increase radicalization – Pakistan Analysis

A supporter of the Tehrik-e-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) Islamist political party, chants slogans with others during a protest, after the Supreme Court overturned the conviction of a Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy against Islam, in Lahore, Pakistan November 2, 2018. REUTERS/Mohsin Raza - RC1E94F273B0
The recent ruling in a longstanding blasphemy case is likely to increase tensions among Islamist groups in Pakistan.
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13 November 2018

Growing wedge between al-Qaeda affiliates in Maghreb and Sahel to have adverse impact on long-term capabilities – Algeria & Mali Analysis

Number & Location of Militant Surrenders in Southern Algeria in 2017-2018; Highlighting Increasing Wedge Between AQIM in Algeria, JNIM in Mali
Mass surrendering of Mali-based Algerian fighters and militants in southern Algeria is increasingly driving a wedge between AQIM in Algeria and JNIM in Mali, which may force a shift from regional operations to a local focus.
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07 November 2018

Pittsburgh Shooting – How Social Media became a Platform for Decentralized Radicalism and Political Violence – USA Special Analysis Report

Social media sites like Gab influenced the far-right militant who carried out the Pittsburgh shooting: The Tree of Life synagogue is pictured following Saturday's shooting at the synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S., October 28, 2018. REUTERS/Cathal McNaughton - RC1A1B576ED0
The Pittsburgh synagogue shooting by a white nationalist underscores the decentralized nature of radicalism in the USA, which is increasingly found on online domains.
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