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Dig: Thawra Ep. 13 - Revolutionary Arabia

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Sectarianism and Power Struggles in Yemeni Communist Party

The chapter delves into the violent sectarian fighting within the government of the People's Democratic Republic of Yemen, illustrating the internal conflicts between left and right wings of the party shaped by ideological disputes and geopolitical considerations. It explores the shifts towards a Maoist approach aligned with China, the clashes over forming a socialist party along Soviet lines, and the subsequent power struggles leading to shifts in leadership and approaches in the early 80s.

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