What controversial tactic did Saleh use to gain Western support?
Restricting trade
Employing private militias
Promoting Islamic terrorism
Censoring media
Answer
To garner Western support, Saleh strategically employed a controversial tactic by actively promoting Islamic terrorism. He exploited fears of terrorism to portray his regime as a crucial ally in combating extremism, thereby securing political legitimacy and significant economic assistance from Western powers seeking stability in the region.
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