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Algerian president honors ‘smile revolution’ protest on 1st anniversary
Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has declared February 22 a special holiday to honor the peaceful “smile revolution” protest movement that ousted the country’s longtime leader last year. Tebboune made the announcement...
Feb 20, 2020 07:43
Arab Spring 2.0? Protests after Tunisian journalist calls for revolt, sets himself on fire
A journalist in Tunisia – the first country to face the Arab Spring – has set himself on fire, triggering a protest against unemployment and poverty. The case resembles the start of the 2011 Western-hailed revolt.
Dec 27, 2018 10:21
Bahrain police clash with protesters after funeral of activist who died in custody (VIDEO)
Police in Bahrain fired tear gas to disperse angry protesters after thousands of mourners marched in honor of an activist who had been wounded and arrested in the monarchy’s 2011 opposition crackdown and who recently died in police custody.
Mar 19, 2017 03:18
US misjudged appeal of Western democracy for Middle East during Arab Spring – CIA’s Brennan
The administration of US President Barack Obama made a mistake when it hoped to impose Western values and Western-style democracy in the Middle East during the Arab Spring, according to outgoing CIA Director John Brennan.
Jan 10, 2017 12:38
US uses Tunisia as drone base for Libya operations - report
Washington has been secretly operating drones from a base in Tunisia since June, US officials have admitted. The unarmed US Air Force Reaper drones are said to be gathering intelligence on Islamic State targets in the neighboring Libya.
Oct 26, 2016 20:53
Russian security doctrine to be adjusted after Arab Spring, Ukraine turmoil - official
The head of Russia’s Security Council has promised that the authorities will adjust the nation’s security doctrine after learning the lessons of the latest political crises in the Middle East and Ukraine.
May 6, 2015 10:34

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