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Somalia's Struggle for Stability
IN THE NEWS
August 6, 2009
Somali Instability Poses Challenge for Anti-Terror Efforts

Somali fightersSecretary of State Clinton spent the second day of her African tour expressing support for the fragile transitional government in Somalia. Margaret Warner reports on the visit, and the risks posed by the Somali government's struggles to combat extremist groups linked to al-Qaida.

Slide Show: Hunger, Fighting Deepen Somalia's Troubles

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Somali piratesAirstrikeWeapons
Modern-day Somali Pirates Increase AttacksAttack on Terror Target Sheds Light on InstabilitySomali Government Targets Illegal Arms Trade

Somali pirates are increasing the frequency of their attacks and targeting larger ships, targeting oil supertankers and grain cargo vessels. Experts explain the rise in modern-day piracy.

The U.S. military led airstrikes against terrorism suspects in Somalia, killing a suspected al-Qaida leader. A panel of experts offer perspective on what the strike may mean for security in the region.

The Transitional Federal Government launched a security crackdown to disarm Mogadishu in April, but efforts to confiscate weapons have yet to bring peace or stability to the ravaged capital.

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