Category: Africa
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Cameroonian Soldier Killed by Separatists
A Cameroonian soldier was shot and killed and another was injured by separatists in the city of Buea. A group had previously claimed that they were planning to target the city as it is hosting the Africa Cup of Nations soccer tournament. Despite attempts to increase the presence of security forces ahead of the matches…
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Armed Groups More Active in Tripoli Ahead of Elections
Armed groups in Libya are mobilizing inside the capital ahead of the presidential election. In addition the prime minister’s office was surrounded by armed militia after a military officer was dismissed. The election is being held by the UN recognized government in Tripoli on December 24th, though there are doubts as to whether the government…
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French Troops Leave Timbuktu
French troops first became involved in safeguarding Mali’s famous city in 2013 as a response to its takeover by Islamist insurgents. Today a symbolic hand off ceremony was held at Camp Barkhane marking the end of French presence at the military base. This is a part of France’s decision to withdraw forces from Mali as…
Tzintzuntzan Tactical 