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February 01, 2011

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As Protests Continue, Egypt's Economy Severely Affected

Economy has all but ground to a halt, with banks closed, credit ranking cut; international corporations sharply curtailing operations
A demonstrator reacts in Tahrir or Liberation Square in Cairo, Egypt, February 1, 2011

Jordan's King Dismisses Govt. After Weeks of Public Protests

King Abdullah appoints former general to form new Cabinet
King Abdullah II of Jordan (file photo)

UN Reports Higher Death Toll from Tunisia Unrest

Tunisian government reported a death toll of 72, however opposition groups insisted the toll was higher
Young people gather around candles as they begin three days of mourning Friday to mourn dozens who died in the protests that drove their autocratic leader from power, in Tunis, January 22, 2011

Nigerian Leaders Say Jos Violence Will Not Disrupt April Vote

At least 200 people have died in violence centered mostly in Plateau State capital, Jos
Hundreds of women march through the streets to protest the killing of women and children and destruction of properties in Jos, Plateau State in central Nigeria on January 31, 2011.

UN Delivers Aid to Ivorian Refugees in Liberia

Plane lands in Monrovia with 83-ton aid shipment including blankets, plastic mats, kitchen sets, tarpaulins and cans
Arrival of UNHCR airlift of non food items for Ivorian refugees in Monrovia, 30 January 2011.
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