Introduction

Last week, deadly clashes between rival she o factions sparked fears that the country might once again be descending into a cycle of seemingly endless violence. ira has been without a leader since elections last october, as different factions have struggled for control of its governing institutions. So what's going on in ero? What is the cause of this political unrest and violence qut it spiral into civil war? Or is tere a solution to era's perpetual political crisis? And also, what are the implications for the country and the fragile mid eastern region? To help us understand these issues, i'm joined to day by renard monsieur.