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Peacekeepers to the Central African Republic?

Mark Leon Goldberg
October 9, 2013

There are currently 16 UN Peacekeeping missions. We may soon have a 17th. Here's why.

Getting into the Weeds of the Central African Republic’s Troubles

Carol Jean Gallo
April 3, 2013

Our resident regional expert Carol Gallo takes us deep inside the troubles afflicting politics in the Central African Republic. Wonky political analysis to follow!

Why the UN is So Deeply Concerned About Central African Republic

Mark Leon Goldberg
March 28, 2013

Amidst upheaval in the Central African Republic, a UN official summed up the UN's deep fears for the country in one sentence. "This is a region with very little absorbtive capacity," he told the UN press corps today.

UN Dispatch Podcast: What’s Behind the Rebellion in the Central African Republic?

Mark Leon Goldberg
March 25, 2013

I speak with Louisa Lombard, the Ciriacy-Wantrup Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Geography, University of California at Berkeley who explains the roots of this conflict and what the international community can do to help mitigate this crisis.

Time to Pay Attention to the Central African Republic

Carol Jean Gallo
September 7, 2011

More analysis and consistent international coverage of the conflict in the Central African Republic is needed for a better understanding of how peacebuilding and conflict mitigation in the region as a whole can be pursued.

Central African Republic Votes Amid Fighting

Daniel J Gerstle
January 24, 2011

What is at stake in the Central African Republic elections, taking place this week.

Central Africa Boils as Eyes (and Checkbooks) Focus on Sudan

Daniel J Gerstle
December 13, 2010

While eyes, ears, and laptops are fixed on Sudan ahead of a delicate referendum on whether the country will remain united, it's lesser-known neighbor, the Central African Republic (C.A.R.), continues to suffer two violent conflicts and severe humanitarian crises.

Will the Central African Republic Arrest Omar Al Bashir Tomorrow? UPDATE: Trip Cancelled!

Mark Leon Goldberg
November 30, 2010

Why Belgium might be the deciding factor in whether or not Sudan's indicted president is able to visit the Central African Republic tomorrow without fear of arrest. UPDATE:  French diplomatic pressure forces Bashir's trip cancelled.

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