Sentence examples for influential factions from inspiring English sources

But three influential factions might object.

There are extremist though influential factions in both countries which want to criminalize not only whistleblowing but the act of journalism itself (pdf).

Contacts have increased and it seems clear that some influential factions in Iran have an interest in improved relations while others oppose any opening to Washington.

Empire: Total War features approximately fifty 18th-century factions; however, only eleven of the most powerful and influential factions of the era are playable.

"This is journalistic malfeasance at its worst: refusing to describe the world truthfully out of fear of the negative reaction by influential factions...."....

See articleAn influential faction of the Pakistani Taliban split from the umbrella organisation, blaming ideological differences.

He was supported by an influential faction of monastic churchmen, who condoned his regicide of Emperor Yitbarek and legitimated his descent from Solomon.

Mr. Suzuki, who first took office in 1983, belonged to the most influential faction in the governing Liberal Democratic Party until he quit the party in March over the accusations.

Susan L. Shirk, an expert on Chinese politics, said party officials might be reluctant to accuse Mr. Bo of participating in a cover-up of the murder, given his popularity among some ordinary Chinese and with an influential faction of the leadership.

It is the last stage that has angered many delegates, including some of the more influential faction leaders, who complained that alterations were made without their agreement and in consultation with members of the government.

There is also a small but influential faction tied to Rogerio Lobato, minister of internal administration, who before independence spent much time in Angola, where he once went to jail for diamond smuggling.As president, Mr Gusmão has been a stabilising influence so far.