Well-funded Islamist militias challenging Tunisia’s new government

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Well-funded Islamist militias challenging Tunisia’s new government

Special to WorldTribune.com CAIRO — Tunisia has been facing the increasing threat of an Islamic insurgency. Officials said the Interior Ministry has become alarmed by the growth of Islamic militias over the last six months. They said the militias were comprised of young men, including university students, intent on turning Tunisia into an Islamic state. […]

One year after kicking off ‘Arab Spring’, Tunisia appeals for increase in U.S. military aid

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One year after kicking off ‘Arab Spring’, Tunisia appeals for increase in U.S. military aid

Special to WorldTribune.com CAIRO — Tunisia has reiterated its request for increased military assistance from the United States. Tunisian Defense Minister Abdul Karim Zbidi said the North African state needed U.S. defense and military aid to help in border security. Zbidi said Tunis also wanted Washington to help organize and equip Tunisia’s military in wake […]