Africa & The Middle East

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST REGIONAL CENTER

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Civilians killed in DR Congo

At least 30 civilians were killed overnight on Thursday in Beni Territory, North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to local sources cited by the UN aid coordination office (OCHA).

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Death toll from suspected ADF militants' attack in DR Congo rises to 33

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the number of people killed in a nighttime attack by suspected militants from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) has risen to 33.

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Ebola death toll in DR Congo passes 5,000

Authorities are struggling to find a way to control the outbreak, with no approved treatments or vaccines.

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Discussion Questions | 11.3

With the possible outcomes, what do we think is the most likely?

Both sides must make compromises to create a coalition, giving the swing voters a good amount of leverage. What do you think they will ask for in return for their vote?

Netanyahu says Arab parties cheated the election, why would he do this? Following up, since they play a key role in the election, was this a blunder on his part or a tactic to create controversy?

Do we believe that a coalition will even form? What would happen if the government collapses and a reelection begins?