'Benin Has Been Considered a Stable Democratic Country in an Unstable, Undemocratic Region'

'Benin has been considered a stable democratic country in an unstable, undemocratic region'

The short-lived coup in Benin, attempting to overthrow President Patrice Talon, was the latest in a series of recent coups across Africa. And they are following a similar pattern of disputed elections, constitutional upheaval, security crises and youth discontent. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, Gavin Lee welcomes Nina Wilén, Associate Professor in Political Science at Lund University and Director for the Africa Programme at Egmo…

Special Operations News - Dec 8, 2025

Curated news, analysis, and commentary about special operations, national security, and conflicts around the world. Photo / Image: Graphic illustration featuring 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) during training operations at Camp Shelby, Missouri, July, 2025. (U.S. Army graphic by Sgt. Jacob Bradford) Do you receive our daily newsletter? If not, you can sign up here and enjoy it 2 or 3 days a week with your morning coffee (or afternoon tea de…