Africa
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France’s New Western Sahara Position Marks a Turning Point in North Africa — But for Better or Worse?
It may aid stability as US and European support tips toward Morocco. But it has provoked Algeria, which is eyeing Russia and China.

Lifting DRC Mining Sanctions Would Be a Critical National Security Error
Lifting sanctions against mining tycoon Dan Gertler for “extensive public corruption” in the Democratic Republic of Congo would fail the victims of his schemes and undermine…

Breaking the Deadlock: New Talks Needed to Help End Sudan’s Violence and Offer a Glimmer of Hope
Unless parties are willing to come to the table, there is no pathway from war toward restoring civilian rule and a democratic transition.

Engaging Africa in the ICC Prosecutor’s New Policy Paper on Complementarity and Cooperation
By adopting a dynamic interpretation of complementarity and cooperation, Khan signals the OTP’s responsiveness to these concerns emanating from African States and other stakeholders.

The United Nations in Hindsight: The Military Staff Committee, Striving for Relevance in a Changing Era
MSC members recognize the difficulties in reactivating their role as envisioned in the U.N. Charter, aware that pushing boundaries may face resistance.

Climate Challenges & Opportunities in Morocco and Beyond
Located at the crossroads of Western Europe and Africa, Morocco’s experience and ability to address climate-driven destabilization will be of critical importance for North Africa,…

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is in Crisis. Will the U.S. Government Protect Congolese Immigrants in the United States?
DRC meets legal requirements for temporary protected status, including through ongoing armed conflict and environmental disasters.

National Security at the United Nations This Week (Mar. 25-29)
The latest on developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.

How to Clean Up the Clean Energy Transition: Preventing Violence Over New ‘Conflict Minerals’
Conflicts between industrial and artisanal mining should be considered as the clean energy transition increases the need for certain minerals.

Before Leaving Somalia, African Union Should Provide Compensation for Civilian Harm
The mission serves as an important precedent for others, so the international community must provide funding as a gesture of respect.

National Security at the United Nations This Week (Feb. 12-Feb. 16)
Developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.

US Government’s $300 Million for West Africa — How to Make it Count
To turn the tide in democracies under stress, the US needs to balances near-term increases in stability with aid for democratic governance.