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Published on Dec 20, 2024

U.S. Embassy Concludes Outboard Motor Maintenance Course for Sierra Leone’s Maritime Forces

The United States Embassy in Freetown, in partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard’s International Mobile Training Branch, concluded a two-week Outboard Motor Maintenance (OMM) Course for 20 members of Sierra Leone’s Navy and Police Marine Division. The …

Source: Sierraloaded - Label Pending
Published on 09:17 GMT

Russia Moving Military Assets To Africa After Syria Setback

Russia is reducing its military footprint in Syria and shifting some of its assets from the Middle Eastern country to Africa, flight data and satellite imagery analyzed by RFE/RL appear to show. Moscow seems to have withdrawn a significant amount of …

Source: Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Amid Growing Strength of Terrorist Groups in Sahel, West Africa, Senior Official Urges Security Council to Scale Up ...

In a region grappling with escalating threats due to violent non-State actors, civic restrictions, political transitions and heightened humanitarian needs, the head of UN efforts in West Africa and the Sahel called on the Security Council for scaled up …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on 06:03 GMT

French troops begin withdrawal in Chad

“The General Staff of the Armed Forces informs National and International Opinion that after the withdrawal of French fighter planes from Chad, the beginning of troop withdrawal has just begun today,” the Chadian Defense Ministry said, according to Anadolu …

Source: Mehr News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Dec 20, 2024

France withdraws first contingent of soldiers from Chad

France began withdrawing soldiers from Chad on Friday, Chad's ministry of the armed forces said, after N'Djamena last month abruptly ended military cooperation with the former colonial power. A contingent of 120 soldiers departed for France from a …

Source: Le Monde - Center-left
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Terror alert as military chiefs reveals ISIS leaders want to break out '8,000' jihadis

Islamic State wants to break out “over 8,000” jihadis from prison camps in Syria, military chiefs have revealed. General Michael Kurilla, who leads US forces in the Middle East, said the terror group has the “intent” to release their “operatives” and “ …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Pentagon Map Shows Chinese Navy's Global Footprint

What's New The Chinese navy has expanded its reach and presence far away from the country's shores as it visited countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the South Pacific Ocean this year, according to a map provided by the Pentagon in its …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Niger Summons Nigerian Diplomat Over Alleged ‘Destabilisation’

The foreign minister of junta-ruled Niger has summoned the charge d’affaires at the Nigerian embassy, accusing the neighbouring nation of “serving as a rear base” to “destabilise” the country, Niger state television said. Relations between Nigeria and …

Source: Channels TV - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

France withdraws first contingent of soldiers from Chad: N'Djamena

France began withdrawing soldiers from Chad on Friday, Chad's defence ministry said, after N'Djamena last month abruptly ended military cooperation with the former colonial power. A contingent of 120 soldiers departed for France from a military …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

‘Young, Famous & African: Season 3’ XO, Kitty: Season 2, to debut on Netflix in January

Netflix is bringing a diverse mix of exciting titles across multiple genres, such as new seasons of Young, Famous & African: Season 3, XO, Kitty: Season 2, The Upshaws: Part 6, and more in January 2025. For January, Netflix shared its content lineup, …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Macron sees greater role for French military base in Djibouti; withdraws troops from Chad

France's President Emmanuel Macron (second left) gives a speech to French soldiers at an airbase in Djibouti on December 20, 2024. (Photo by Nicolas Messyasz / POOL / AFP) Djibouti: French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday its military …

Source: The Peninsula - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Burkina Faso Releases Four French Detainees After Moroccan Mediation

Four French nationals detained in Burkina Faso for a year have been released following successful mediation by Morocco, resolving a diplomatic dispute between the nations. The individuals, previously identified as spies by the head of France’s foreign …

Source: News Central TV - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Macron In Djibouti: Facing The End Of France’s Military Legacy In Africa

-Analysis- PARIS – It’s a powerful symbol. Djibouti, the former French territory in the Horn of Africa across from the Arabian Peninsula, is the site of the last significant French military base on the continent and, in fact, the largest outside France …

Source: Worldcrunch - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Fake Fertilizer, Dirty Money, and a Kidnapping Epidemic: 2024’s Best Investigative Stories from Sub-Saharan Africa

Choosing the top investigative stories from sub-Saharan Africa to feature in GIJN’s annual editors’ picks project is getting more challenging — and not because there is a shortage of watchdog journalism content to pick from. On the contrary, the options …

Source: Global Investigative Journalism Network - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Why France should close its permanent military bases in Africa

In late November, France’s foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot boarded his flight from Chad after what he probably thought had been a tense but productive meeting with the country’s president, Mahamat Idriss Déby. Little did he know that, a few hours later, …

Source: European Council on Foreign Relations - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

France's military is being ousted from more African countries. Here's why

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Dec 19, 2024

Liberia: West African Regional Body Approves Special Tribunal in The Gambia Setting Precedent for Liberia’s War and ...

Numerous human rights violations were allegedly committed under the Jammeh regime. Photo: Trial International In a potential precedent for Liberia’s transitional justice process, Ecowas, West Africa’s regional bloc, has finally approved The Gambia’s …

Source: Front Page Africa - Neutral
Published on Dec 20, 2024

Strengthening civilian-military bond to combat insecurity in Northern Nigeria

The North remains a hotbed of terrorism in Nigeria. JACOB SEGUN OLATUNJI writes about efforts to deal with the lack of trust and cooperation between civilians and security agencies that fuels the crisis. The Northern region of Nigeria has been plagued by …

Source: Tribune Online - Center-right
Published on Dec 19, 2024

The airport in Africa that served 2m passengers now overshadowed by new £465m hub

A huge airport in West Africa once served two million passengers a year before being overshadowed by a new, much larger, international hub that cost £456million to build. Léopold Sédar Senghor International in the Senegalese capital Dakar had formerly been …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 10:30 GMT

Commercial Avionics Systems Market to Witness Comprehensive Growth by 2030 | BAE Systems, & Honeywell International

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the report published by Allied Market Research, the global commercial avionics systems market was estimated at $32.9 billion in 2020 and is expected to hit $54.4 …

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Published on December 21, 2024 - 03:44 GMT

Navy Relieves Reserve Center Shreveport Commanding Officer

Lt. Cmdr. Adam Sandifer was relieved of his duties as NRC Shreveport’s commanding officer by Rear Adm. Michael Steffen, the commander of Navy Reserve Forces Command. The Navy maintains the highest standards for commanding officers and holds them …

Distribution channels: Military Industry

Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

Army approves tuition assistance increase, adjusts credentialing program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Army announced policy updates today to a pair of voluntary education programs for active-duty, Army Reserve and National Guard Soldiers. The new guidance includes a $500 increase and two semester-hour increase for tuition …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

U.S. Army Reserve Establishing Energy Microgrid Cyber Resilience Protocols

FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. – The Army Reserve Installation Management Directorate and Fort Hunter Liggett, in cooperation with the Defense Digital Service (DDS) and industry-partner Bugcrowd, conducted the “Hack the Army Microgrid” cyber resilience …

Distribution channels: Military Industry

Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

U.S. Army Reserve's 63rd Readiness Division Strengthens Cultural Resources Management

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – The U.S. Army Reserve’s 63rd Readiness Division (RD), headquartered in Mountain View, CA, has established an enduring cultural resources program that is making impressive strides thanks to a foundation built on a decade’s worth …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 20, 2024 - 23:19 GMT

Interior and Defense Departments Invest $15 Million to Preserve Green Spaces, Enhance Recreation Opportunities Around ...

Date: Friday, December 20, 2024 Contact: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov WASHINGTON — The Departments of the Interior and Defense today announced a $15 million investment to support conservation and recreation access around military bases through the Readiness …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on December 20, 2024 - 21:45 GMT

Autonomous Underwater Gliders Market Growth: From US$ 1.7 Billion in 2023 to US$ 4.7 Billion by 2034 | TMR

Autonomous Underwater Gliders Market to Reach US$ 4.7 Bn by 2034, Growing at a 10.0% CAGR from US$ 1.7 Bn in 2023 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 21, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global autonomous underwater gliders (AUG) market, …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 14:00 GMT

Northrop Grumman Announces Webcast, Conference Call of Fourth Quarter and 2024 Financial Results

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announced today that its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results will be posted on its investor relations website on January 30, 2025. Prior to the …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 19:14 GMT

Introducing Smart HEAD System ™ by Bio Sensing Technologies

A quarter-sized sensor will allow for tracking head biometrics in real-time, enhancing sports safety for athletes and professionals. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Colorado Springs company Bio …

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Published on December 21, 2024 - 03:44 GMT

Navy Relieves Reserve Center Shreveport Commanding Officer

Lt. Cmdr. Adam Sandifer was relieved of his duties as NRC Shreveport’s commanding officer by Rear Adm. Michael Steffen, the commander of Navy Reserve Forces Command. The Navy maintains the highest standards for commanding officers and holds them …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

U.S. Army Reserve's 63rd Readiness Division Strengthens Cultural Resources Management

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – The U.S. Army Reserve’s 63rd Readiness Division (RD), headquartered in Mountain View, CA, has established an enduring cultural resources program that is making impressive strides thanks to a foundation built on a decade’s worth …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

U.S. Army Reserve Establishing Energy Microgrid Cyber Resilience Protocols

FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. – The Army Reserve Installation Management Directorate and Fort Hunter Liggett, in cooperation with the Defense Digital Service (DDS) and industry-partner Bugcrowd, conducted the “Hack the Army Microgrid” cyber resilience …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 21, 2024 - 01:10 GMT

Army approves tuition assistance increase, adjusts credentialing program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Army announced policy updates today to a pair of voluntary education programs for active-duty, Army Reserve and National Guard Soldiers. The new guidance includes a $500 increase and two semester-hour increase for tuition …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

PNSY Delivers Texas as Battle-Ready Asset to the Fleet

The Texas Project Team, encompassing various trade workers, engineers, and material support personnel at PNSY, worked alongside the boat’s crew to get Texas returned to the fleet battle-ready. Getting advanced systems and capabilities into the hands of …

Distribution channels: Military Industry
Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

NIWC Atlantic drives strategic collaboration, alignment at Eastern Defense Summit

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic served as a primary contributor during the 2024 Eastern Defense Summit on Dec. 11-12, as the command sought to help the defense industry better understand some of the Navy's …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

NAVAIR issues V-22 bulletin and interim flight clearance

Aircraft with PRGBs that currently meets or exceeds a predetermined flight-hour threshold will resume flights in accordance with controls instituted in the March 2024 interim flight clearance (IFC). A new IFC, containing additional risk mitigation controls …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

USS Spruance returns home after five-month deployment to 5th and 7th Fleet

Spruance departed San Diego with the ABECSG and deployed to the 7th and 5th fleet area of operations, July 17, 2024. “The Spruance crew continues to impress – there is no other team that I would rather be a part of. I am immensely proud of all that the …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:35 GMT

USS Beloit (LCS 29) makes it home to Mayport

After 15 locks, four Great Lakes, three port visits, and over 2,500 nautical miles traveled, USS Beloit (LCS 29) and her mighty crew at last arrived in the Atlantic Ocean, continuing her transit to its future homeport, Naval Station Mayport, Florida.  The …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 16:26 GMT

NAVAIR Issues V-22 Bulletin and Interim Flight Clearance

Aircraft with PRGBs that currently meets or exceeds a predetermined flight-hour threshold will resume flights in accordance with controls instituted in the March 2024 interim flight clearance (IFC). A new IFC, containing additional risk mitigation controls …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 01:17 GMT

Skyhorse Publishing Releases “Chivalry” Audiobook by Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author Patrick Girondi

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Skyhorse Publishing has just released the audiobook version of “Chivalry” by Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author Patrick Girondi, which contains the novel and screenplay …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on December 19, 2024 - 23:14 GMT

Aviation Blockchain Market Size Will Generate Record Revenue: $1.15 Billion by 2030

Aviation blockchain market was valued at $0.42 billion in 2020, is projected to reach $1.15 billion by 2030, grow a CAGR of 11.1% from 2021-2030. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the report …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 23:14 GMT

Defense Electronics Market is Booming Across the Globally Explored in Latest Report, 2023-2032

Defense electronics market size was valued at $150.2 billion in 2022, is projected to reach $254 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2023 to 2032. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Military Industry ...
Published on December 19, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

Drone Flight Controller System Market Shaping from Growth to Value: $13.8 Billion by 2032

Drone flight controller system market size was valued at $6.6 billion in 2022, is projected to reach $13.8 billion by 2032, grow at a CAGR of 8% from 2023-2032. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 22:24 GMT

'Inheritance of Crises and Dysfuntion' by James Maiwurm Tackles Global Challenges and Personal Struggles

TOMAH, WI, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunction” offers a captivating blend of political drama and personal reflection, centered around the complex challenges awaiting the next U.S. …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 21:58 GMT

Spacecraft Market Share Expected to Reach US$ 11.7 Billion by 2033, Witnessing 5.7% CAGR

Spacecraft market size was valued at $6.9 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% from 2024 to 2033. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, December 20, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 19:56 GMT

Mayman Aerospace Granted FAA Certifications For RAZOR P100 VTOL Aircraft

The Jet Turbine powered RAZOR P100 will be the fastest, smallest, most powerful autonomous VTOL aircraft in its class. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mayman Aerospace, a pioneer in vertical takeoff and …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on December 19, 2024 - 19:29 GMT

An Immersive Exploration of Espionage, Survival, and Redemption: Spy Tiger: The 05 File

Spy Tiger: The 05 File, a memoir by Kagusthan Ariaratnam & Michael Bramadat-Willcock, tells an extraordinary story of resilience, betrayal, and reinvention. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, December 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spy Tiger: The 05 …

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Published on December 19, 2024 - 18:56 GMT

MEG LLC Appoints new EVP of Administration

Dr. Kelly Lancaster is appointed as the new MEG LLC EVP of Administration MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEG Appoints new EVP of Administration Madison Education Group (MEG) and the Madison School of …

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