The article analyzes the current situation in the state administration of Syria on the basis of
statistical data. It is shown that the changes in the structures of the Syrian state power …

Despite voters' distaste for corruption, corrupt politicians frequently get reelected. This
Element provides a framework for understanding when corrupt politicians are reelected. One …

Cross border jihadist activity in Central and Northern Mali continues to pose significant
security threat to the region. From 2011 until 2013, most northern parts of the country fell …