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🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopia marks 65th army anniversary amid Tigray tensions

Ethiopia celebrates the 65th anniversary of its Special Operations Command in the context of ongoing tensions near the Tigray region, highlighting military modernization and unity.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Special Operations Command Marks 65th Anniversary With Grand Exhibition in Hawassa

Ethiopia's Special Operations Command celebrated its 65th anniversary with a significant photographic exhibition in Hawassa, highlighting its history and achievements.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: Digital Briefing with Africom Commander General Anderson and Senior Enlisted Leader Sergeant Major Banfield - Priorities on the African Continent

General Dagvin R.M. Anderson and Sergeant Major Garric M. Banfield discussed major priorities and strategies for the U.S. Africa Command during a digital briefing aimed at journalists across Africa and beyond.

Feb 4 β€’ 22:53 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: Africom Expands Counterterrorism Push As U.S. Pursues Converged Security and Economic Agenda

The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) is enhancing cooperation with African nations to tackle terrorism while intertwining security efforts with economic development.

Feb 4 β€’ 15:48 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Hands Over Command of National Army to New Chief

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre officially transferred leadership of the Somali National Army to Major General Ibrahim Mohamed Mahmoud during a ceremony in Mogadishu, urging a focus on professionalism and integrity in military leadership.

Feb 4 β€’ 14:33 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

AFC/M23 rebels claim responsibility for drone attack on Kisangani airport

The AFC and M23 rebels have admitted to carrying out a drone strike on Kisangani airport in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, targeting a military command center.

Feb 4 β€’ 12:48 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Washington confirms deployment of small team of US forces to Nigeria

The United States has deployed a small military team to Nigeria to help combat terrorist threats, according to officials from US Africa Command.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:59 UTC
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World

US names Nigeria key ally in campaign against ISIS, Al-Qaeda

The U.S. Africa Command has designated Nigeria as a crucial partner in the fight against ISIS and Al-Qaeda threats in West Africa and the Sahel.

Feb 4 β€’ 00:02 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
World

US sees Nigeria as strong partner against ISIS, Al-Qaeda β€” Official

The United States Africa Command has named Nigeria an essential ally in combating the threats posed by ISIS and Al-Qaeda, as violence from these extremist groups spreads in the Sahel region.

Feb 3 β€’ 21:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

West Africa: A Dubious Turn in the Sahel

The article discusses the U.S. diplomatic approach towards the junta-led Sahel states and suggests it may convey a troubling message of tolerating negative behavior in the region.

Feb 3 β€’ 19:30 UTC
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World

US Army in Wiesbaden: Contradictory Signals from the Pentagon

The US Army headquarters for Europe and Africa in Wiesbaden has faced speculation from Washington about the potential weakening of its location amidst ongoing uncertainty at the military command center.

Jan 6 β€’ 16:14 UTC

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