Sentence examples for factions which could from inspiring English sources

One of the most worrying possible outcomes if Saleh departs is the splintering of the Yemeni Army into rival factions, which could cause an all-out civil war.

His detention has shocked Moscow's political class and is seen by many observers as part of a largely hidden battle between Kremlin factions, which could now spill out into the open.

The contacts, conducted mainly through Sunni Arab tribal and religious leaders, were limited to factions which could be coaxed away from violence and into mainstream politics, the official added.

Trends in Lebanon suggest a return to power, perhaps following elections scheduled for June, of pro-Syrian factions, which could either soothe Syrian fears or bolster Mr Assad's confidence that he need not change his ways.Some think he has no intention of doing so, anyway.

The Founders well understood the risk of faction, which could allow simple majorities to restrict the liberties or confiscate the property of their political opponents.

He adds that the way CND was taken over in the autumn will "lead to a long-running faction struggle which could neutralise, or possibly destroy the peace movement at a time when it is most needed".

The disadvantage of this plan may be the risk to leave the various Afghan factions to their own devices which could be ruinous for Afghanistan and regional stability.

Opinion polls consistently indicate that Mr. Lapid's minor party, dedicated to cutting the government benefits of religious Jews, is poised to become the third-largest faction in the next Parliament, which could make his a pivotal voice in determining the next governing coalition.

But the man who took the keys of the first weapons container on Friday was the defense minister, Marshal Muhammad Qasim Fahim, leader of the powerful Northern Alliance, which could deter rival factions from taking part.

The Republicans are currently beset not just by wars between factions (business versus evangelicals versus centrist McCainiacs, which could be patched up if electoral necessity demands it), but by fundamental philosophical divisions.

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