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Congo DRC M23
Africa

No, Trump did not 'end' the war in the Congo. It's as bloody as ever.

The president boasted this week that he personally brought peace to eight global conflicts. This wasn't one of them.

Assimi Goita Mali
Africa

Mali in crisis: When the junta has no one left to blame but itself

The Russians are the only external forces left trying to keep the al-Qaeda linked JNIM militants at bay and it's looking grim

Donald Trump Africa trade
Africa

Trump's surprising swing in favor of sweeping 'duty free' Africa trade

The president wants to renew the popular AGOA act for one year, sparking new confidence in his commitment to the continent

Nigeria
Africa

US arming Nigeria is becoming a crime against humanity

Washington breaking its own laws as report after report show the African regime committing atrocities while benefiting from American aid

Proposed war authorization could allow Trump to target 60+ countries
Global Crises

Proposed war authorization could allow Trump to target 60+ countries

An 'insanely broad' draft AUMF could provide the president with wide latitude to go after supposed 'narco-terrorists'

Trump returns to a failed playbook in Africa
Africa

Trump returns to a failed playbook in Africa

More US military aid for Sahel juntas won’t stop extremist violence — and may make it worse