US military chief in Africa argues for vital US presence
The head of U.S. military forces in Africa argued Thursday against troop cuts on the vast and booming continent, saying strategic partnerships in
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Islamic State
Niger: 89 soldiers killed in attack by extremists
The death toll from an attack by Islamic extremists on Niger’s military last week has risen to at least 89, making it the
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Extremist attacks in northern Burkina Faso kill at least 19
Local reports say suspected jihadists killed at least 19 people in attacks in northern Burkina Faso over the weekend. Radio Omega said Monday
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Armed men attack Burkina Faso mosque, kill at least 16
Armed men stormed the grand mosque in Burkina Faso’s northern village of Salmossi, killing at least 16 people and wounding two others, a
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