Battling Terrorism in the Horn of Africa

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With significant focus on America's war on terror in Afghanistan and Iraq, the rise of terrorism in other regions has been largely overlooked. The greater Horn of Africa, along with Yemen, has become a particularly dangerous area. This book provides authoritative insights into the ongoing struggle against terrorism in this region, detailing past efforts and future challenges. Robert Rotberg and his colleagues examine the situations in Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. The contributors, including former U.S. ambassadors and esteemed scholars, analyze how each government is addressing terrorism, with or without U.S. assistance. Rotberg offers a comprehensive overview of the region, drawing lessons for U.S. policy. The work serves as a crucial handbook on necessary actions at the volatile intersection of Arabia and Africa. It is essential reading for those interested in African or Middle Eastern affairs and those seeking to understand international terrorism. Notable contributors include Robert D. Burrowes, Timothy Carney, Johnnie Carson, Dan Connell, Kenneth J. Menkhaus, Robert I. Rotberg, and Lange Schemerhorn.