The service said three subspecies belong on the endangered species list, despite giraffes only living in zoos in the U.S. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has proposed…
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U.S. Defense Official Visits West Africa to Strengthen Security Partnerships
Acting under secretary discusses regional stability and countering extremism with leaders in Benin and Côte d’Ivoire. Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Amanda Dory is visiting Benin…
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Treasury Sanctions Sudan Leader for Weapons Acquisition
Officials state he was organizing weapons deals for armed forces. The Treasury Department sanctioned Sudan leader Mirghani Idris Suleiman last week, addressing his role in procuring weapons for…
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U.S. General Warns of Russian “Mischief” in NATO Territory
He expresses concerns surrounding Russia’s actions of sabotage in Europe. U.S. Army Europe and Africa’s General Darryl Williams expressed concerns this week about reports of nontraditional Russian operations…
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President Biden Postpones Germany Trip Due to Hurricane Milton
The second devastating hurricane in two weeks requires his domestic attention. The White House announced that President Joe Biden is postponing international travels to remain in the United…
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Pentagon Seeks Options After Niger Revokes U.S. Military Accord
Niger objected to questions from the U.S. about ties to Russia and Iran. Niger ordered the 1,000 American military personnel in the country to immediately leave over the…
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Defense Secretary Visiting Africa
Several nations on that continent are experiencing political upheaval. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is visiting Kenya, Djibouti, and Angola this week. Defense Press Secretary Brigadier General Patrick Ryder…
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USDA Collaborates to Strengthen Plant and Animal Health in Africa
Partnerships are intended to enhance food security and prevent crop loss and the threat of disease. U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny…
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Defense Department Resumes Flyover Missions in Niger
Official says, “The United States has not restarted counterterrorism operations, or any security force assistance training with Niger.” Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh recently reported that the…
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Climate Envoy Announces $4 Million for Kenya Support
He made the announcement at the 2023 Africa Climate Summit. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry announced a $4 million investment to support migrants impacted by climate…
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