watching for the next egyptian uprising

This topic [Iran’s relationship with the Muslim Brotherhood] is important because the Middle East and North Africa region today is defined politically by volatile alliances arising in response to specific situations. ... According to Badawi, Iran will try to use its outreach with..

america’s 233-year-old shock at jihad -

Context: in 1785, Muslim pirates from North Africa, or “Barbary,” had captured two American ships, the Maria and Dauphin, and enslaved their crews. ... It should be noted that centuries before setting their sights on American vessels, the Barbary States of Muslim..

the world’s muslims: unity and diversity

Substantial minorities in sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia also identify as “just a Muslim” (regional medians of 23% and 18%). . . Sectarian identities appear to be particularly relevant in South Asia and the Middle East-North Africa region, where majorities identify as..

mapping the global muslim population

Of the 10 countries, six are Asia, three are North Africa and one is Sub-Saharan Africa .. ... nearly quarter of Shias in Middle East- North Africa.4 Looked at in different way, 12-15% of Muslim in Asia-Pacific region is Shia, as is 11-14% of Muslim..

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