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BBC

Bbc: Unveiling Somalia's Islamists

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the views held by two of Somalia's Islamists, Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys and Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed. (6 October 2006)
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BBC

Bbc News: Un to Assess Security in Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the UN's plan and trip to visit Somalia after the Islamic leaders took control of Mogadishu. The UN is evaluating whether or not it is safe to send aid. (June 2006)
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CNN

Cnn: Somalia Cease Fire Deal Reached

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the cease-fire that was signed between the two groups that are fighting for control of Somalia. Presents the history of the conflict from 1991 to the present. (June, 2006)
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BBC

Bbc: Us 'Will Not Talk' to Somali Head

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC article tracks the progression of the new government in Somalia which the US fears will become a haven for Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups. Examines why the United States will not talk to the new head of the Somali government....
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Institute for Policy Studies

Foreign Policy in Focus: The Future of Political Islam in Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the impact of Islam in Somalia, reasons for its popularity and the effect of attempted interventions interested countries and institutions. (5 January 2007)
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NBC

Msnbc: Somalia to Become an Islamic Nation?

For Students 9th - 10th
Author determines that many of the warlords in Somalia will only accept a government that is based on the Quran. Provides the United States opinion on what they may do if a militant Islamic state is formed in Somalia. (2006)