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DIPLOMACY

Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

Recent reports indicate that Russia has sent as many as 200 military instructors to Equatorial Guinea in the past few weeks to bolster presidential security. This move highlights Moscow’s efforts to expand its presence in West Africa, even following a setback in Mali. According to sources, these Russian instructors are engaged in training elite security forces in the two primary cities of the small oil-rich … Continue reading Russian influence expands in West Africa through its mission in Equatorial Guinea

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A man walks on the rubble of damaged buildings in the aftermath of Israeli air strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon
DISPUTES

Ambitious plans to alter the power structure in the Middle East and unforeseen consequences

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Saturday that the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah represents a significant shift in the regional power dynamics that could last for years. Netanyahu perceives this moment as a chance to fundamentally alter the power structure in the Middle East, believing that Hezbollah has been severely weakened. However, achieving total victory remains a challenge, and those who attain … Continue reading Ambitious plans to alter the power structure in the Middle East and unforeseen consequences

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US airstrikes in Syria kill 37 terrorists linked to extremist groups

In Syria, the U.S. military reported on Sunday that two airstrikes resulted in the deaths of 37 militants associated with the extremist Islamic State group and an al-Qaeda-affiliated organization. Among the deceased were two high-ranking militants. U.S. Central Command indicated that a strike occurred in northwestern Syria on Tuesday, targeting a senior member of the al-Qaeda-linked Hurras al-Deen group along with eight others, noting that … Continue reading US airstrikes in Syria kill 37 terrorists linked to extremist groups

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A general view shows the Mogadishu Sea Port after an Egyptian warship docked to deliver a second major cache of weaponry in Mogadishu
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Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

Ethiopia’s foreign minister has expressed concerns that the ammunition provided to Somalia may intensify conflict and potentially be redirected to terrorist groups, as reported by the state news agency on Tuesday. This warning followed the arrival of an Egyptian warship in Mogadishu, which delivered heavy weaponry, marking the second arms shipment within a month after Egypt and Somalia established a joint security agreement in August. … Continue reading Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?
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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Weeks after infiltrating Mali’s capital unnoticed, the jihadis launched their attack just before dawn prayers. They targeted an elite police training academy, resulting in the deaths of numerous students, and proceeded to storm Bamako’s airport, where they set the presidential jet ablaze. The assault on September 17 marked the most audacious attack in a Sahel capital since 2016, highlighting the capabilities of jihadist groups affiliated … Continue reading Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

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