Is Mali in the mix to be the next Middle Eastern country?

Abu Aardvark presented the theory and then presented an even more daring thought: Why should any of the African countries be included? Photos from the Aftermath of Tahrir Clashes; scores summarily executed in Aleppo and a look at the Hadhramout.

If Algeria is part of the MENA, why not Mali as well?

Abu Aardvark's Middle Eastern Blog [2]

Is Mali part of the Middle East?

When I asked the question, it was mainly because I've been receiving some excellent article submissions focused on the Mali policies of Arab states -- mostly, but not exclusively, Algeria.

A Sense of Belonging [3]

Photos from the Aftermath of Tahrir Clashes

Egypt has just witnessed some of the fiercest clashes in the revolutionary era, as many protestors appear radicalized. There are still peaceful demonstrations, to be sure, but even these appear to be violently resisted by police.

Out Of Hadhramout [4]

Hadhramout: What It Could Have Been and What It Can Be

The Hadharem were some of the earliest converts to Islam during its very early years. And they formed a major part of the Arab armies that conquered North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.

Arab Saga [5]

Scores summarily executed in Aleppo

At least 65 bodies of young men, all apparently summarily executed, have been found in the northern Syrian city of Aleppo.