Africa
US military marching into Puntland as Red Sea tensions escalate
The agreement reportedly bypassed Somalia's central government, raising questions about the country's already fraying federal system.
August 11, 2026
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Africa
Trump's quick hits allow for AFRICOM comeback on continent
The military command was on its way out, but the president's penchant for airstrikes in Nigeria and potential intervention in Mali are giving it new purpose
August 05, 2026
Africa
Libya's warlord is tightening his grip, with a US imprimatur
The one-time CIA asset's son sat next to an American general at this year's Flintlock exercises in Sirte
April 24, 2026
Africa
US trashed Somalia, can we really scold its people for coming here?
Trump’s vitriol against the African state dates back long before the current aid scandal, but in the context of recent history, it makes little sense.
January 13, 2026
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Is US bombing Somalia just because it can?
Saturday's strikes mark the 8th attack since Trump took office, with little evidence provided the targets pose a direct national security threat
March 31, 2025
Africa
Why the Nigerien junta wants to kick US troops out
While Washington’s policy has been rudderless since last year’s coup, an American exit might not be a bad thing
March 21, 2024
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