Africa
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Jul- 2022 -14 July
Rebels Kill Nine in Eastern DR Congo
Suspected rebels have killed at least nine people in twin attacks in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, officials said.
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14 July
Chad and Niger Vow to Revive West Africa’s Anti-Jihadist Force
The presidents of Chad and Niger pledged to revive the G5 Sahel military grouping to boost the fight against jihadist insurgents.
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12 July
Proforce Unveils Lightweight Combat Vehicle for Nigerian Army
Proforce Limited has unveiled a lightweight combat vehicle for Nigeria’s infantry and special operations forces.
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12 July
Mali Declares 49 Detained Ivorian Troops ‘Mercenaries’
Mali declared that 49 troops from the Ivory Coast were "mercenaries" after earlier detaining the soldiers on arrival in the country.
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11 July
Ghana Fears Entry of Nigeria Jail Break Jihadists
Ghanaian officials warned that jailed jihadists who escaped during an attack on a Nigerian prison this week may try to enter the country.
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11 July
Burkina Jihadists Kill Five Civilians, Including Child
A suspected jihadist attack killed five civilians including a child in northern Burkina Faso, the army said.
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8 July
Suspected Rebels Kill 13 in DR Congo Attack
Allied Democratic Forces rebels have killed 13 people and torched a clinic in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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8 July
Fresh Clashes in DR Congo as Rebels Dash Ceasefire Hopes
Fresh clashes between M23 rebels and soldiers erupted in DR Congo as the militia declared that it was not bound by a ceasefire agreement.
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7 July
Suspected Jihadists Storm Nigeria Prison, Free Hundreds
Suspected jihadists blasted their way into a Nigerian prison, freeing dozens of their jailed comrades and hundreds of other inmates.
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6 July
French Force in Sahel Leaves Mali in Vast Operation
The main French military base in Niger has become a hub of frantic activity for troops and equipment leaving neighboring Mali.
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