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Nicolas Germain

Human rights abuses taking place in Mali, claim HRW
11/03/2013 - MALI

Human rights abuses taking place in Mali, claim HRW

In the 2 months since France launched its military offensive against Islamists in Mali, French, Chadian and Malian troops have liberated all the areas that had been seized. For them, the mission's been an success, but that doesn't mean stability is back in Mali just yet. NGO Human Rights Watch says ethnic communities in Mali, especially the Arab and Tuareg minorities, are allegedly being targeted by soldiers and civilians. Many have fled, fearing accusations that they fraternised with the enemy.
Yemen: Sanaa, a city under threat
21/10/2011 - REPORTERS

Yemen: Sanaa, a city under threat

Yemen is descending into violence. For months, anti-regime protesters have been demanding that President Saleh, whom they accuse of corruption and nepotism, stand down. Every day, the capital Sanaa is now the scene of fighting between troops loyal to the president, rebel military troops and tribal fighters who have joined the protest movement.
Ivory Coast's 'Young Patriots', forever loyal to Gbagbo
04/02/2011 - REPORTERS

Ivory Coast's 'Young Patriots', forever loyal to Gbagbo

Ivory Coast is sinking deeper into political crisis since the November presidential poll. On one side, Alassane Ouattara, declared winner by the independent electoral commission, and recognised by the international community. On the other, incumbent Laurent Gbagbo, who can count on the support of the "Young Patriots" movement.
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Blue helmets struggle to keep the peace after violence breaks out again in Ivory Coast
14/01/2011 - IVORY COAST

Blue helmets struggle to keep the peace after violence breaks out again in Ivory Coast

The political crisis in Ivory Coast continues. After several days of calm, violence resumed last week; a dozen people were killed after clashes between the army loyal to Gbagbo and Ouattara supporters who live in the Abidjan district of Abobo. The UN peacekeepers have not been able to prevent all of the violence.
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