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Africa news updates from the BBC - BBC News: This is an automated feed.
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Quick Glance: Africa: Latest News and Updates
- The illegal migration minister says small boat crossings will not stop until flights to Rwanda 'kick in'.
- A Chinese shop was shut for allegedly barring Nigerians.
- Uganda appoints Abhay Sharma as head coach for the T20 World Cup.
- The UK has passed new legislation to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda.
Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
twz.com/land/army-deploys-typhon-missile-system-to-chinas-backyard-for-the-first-time
U.S. Army Soldiers Charged With Violent Crimes to Face More Scrutiny Under New Regulation
propublica.org/article/us-army-soldiers-violent-crimes
US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger: The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said ...
france24.com/en/africa/20240420-us-agrees-to-withdraw-troops-from-key-drone-base-in-niger
US military conducts joint exercises for rapid troop deployment: Soldiers from the 5th Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team ...
defence-blog.com/us-military-conducts-joint-exercises-for-rapid-troop-deployment/
EOS converts drone into robotic combat vehicle: Huntsville-based contractor EOS Defense Systems USA (EOS) presented robotic combat vehicles equipped with its ...
defence-blog.com/eos-converts-drone-into-robotic-combat-vehicle/
On This Day, April 22: World leaders sign Paris Agreement on climate change - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/2023/04/22/On-This-Day-World-leaders-sign-Paris-Agreement/7711682033781/
US Army considers cuts to crucial education assistance programs: The US Army is considering reductions to the Credential Assistance and Tuition Assistance ...
businessinsider.com/us-army-considers-cuts-to-crucial-education-assistance-programs-2024-4
US Army botched $1 billion upgrade of the Stryker armored vehicle's gun : Fearing its Stryker armored vehicles risked being outgunned, the US Army rushed to arm ...
businessinsider.com/us-army-botched-1-billion-upgrade-of-stryker-armored-gun-2024-4
Cathy Cassata: Why baseball season reminds me of my dad’s time in the Vietnam War
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/12/cathy-cassata-why-baseball-season-reminds-me-of-my-dads-time-in-the-vietnam-war/
Turkish firm develops new wheeled fighting vehicle: Turkish defense company FNSS has introduced its latest innovation in armored vehicles ...
defence-blog.com/turkish-firm-develops-new-wheeled-fighting-vehicle/
Ukraine: US considers deploying more military advisors to Kyiv: Sources told Politico that the additional troops would primarily support logistics and oversee ...
businessinsider.com/us-considers-deploying-more-military-advisers-to-ukraine-russia-2024-4
US Army tests electric version of legendary Humvee: In February 2024, the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) showcased the operational ...
defence-blog.com/us-army-tests-electric-version-of-legendary-humvee/
US Army: How cellphones can get you killed on the modern battlefield: Ukraine has used Russian soldiers' cellular data to locate and target their positions.
businessinsider.com/cellphones-can-get-you-killed-modern-battlefield-army-officer-2024-4
US Bradley fighting vehicle to receive new active protection system: The US Army has secured a deal for a new active protection system (APS) designed for M2 ...
defence-blog.com/us-bradley-fighting-vehicle-to-receive-new-active-protection-system/
SC defense contractor laying off staff after 'sudden' loss of funding: A Charleston-area defense contractor is laying off employees after what it termed a sudden ...
postandcourier.com/business/army-contractor-layoffs-charleston-aps3/article_c1132334-f363-11ee-8884-ab52ff86ca3b.html
TODAY IN HISTORY: Disease left 40 million dead and stalked entire generation:
9news.com.au/national/today-in-history-news-headlines-on-this-day-in-pictures-famous-historical-images-crime-sport-celebrity-world-news-global-events-anniversaries/c2e944e5-20df-421e-9eeb-3f3342fe6c28
Defying Niger exit order leaves U.S. troops vulnerable, whistleblower says: A U.S. Air Force leader in Niger made a whistleblower complaint to Congress raising ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/17/niger-air-force-whistleblower/
US to start mass production of new Booker combat vehicles: Today marked a significant milestone for the U.S. Army as it revealed the inaugural batch of M10 ...
defence-blog.com/us-to-start-mass-production-of-new-booker-combat-vehicles/
The State of the Army 2024: The cancellation of a scout helicopter might signal a new era of agility.
defenseone.com/threats/2024/04/state-army-2024/395450/
Military dog handler rates 8 military dog scenes in movies and TV: Terry Adams Jr., a former US Army working dog handler, rates eight military dog scenes in ...
businessinsider.com/military-dog-handler-rates-military-dog-scenes-in-movies-2024-4
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US Marine Corps’ VMFA-542 achieves full operational capability with F-35B squadron
defence-blog.com/us-marine-corps-vmfa-542-achieves-full-operational-capability-with-f-35b-squadron/
Fall asleep in 2 minutes: our author has tried out the US Army tactic - with success
t3n.de/news/schlafen-probleme-stress-us-army-taktik-ausprobiert-1412888/
Officials plan to partially reopen Baltimore port affected by bridge collapse by end of April
axios.com/2024/04/05/baltimore-port-reopen-plan-us-army-corps
Quick Glance: Successful Recovery of Missing Construction Worker After Key Bridge Collapse
- Authorities announced the successful recovery of a construction worker who had been missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Friday.
- The worker identified as Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval was 38 years old and recognized by the Unified Command.
- Three workers are still missing and presumed deceased, including Miguel Luna, a father of five from Usulutan, California, in El Salvador, as reported by his family to ABC News.
- Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore expressed that the retrieval of the third victim "moves us one step closer to closure," while emphasizing that he continues to stand with families awaiting news of their loved ones.
BAE selects Hanwha USA for modernisation project: BAE Systems Ordnance Systems Inc has selected Hanwha Defense USA to modernise an existing production building ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/bae-selects-hanwha-usa-for-modernisation-project/
Russia's army is 15% larger than when it attacked Ukraine: US general: "Russia is on track to command the largest military on the continent," US Army Gen ...
businessinsider.com/russias-army-15-percent-larger-when-attacked-ukraine-us-general-2024-4
Minigun-Armed Mojave Drone Now Blasting Targets At 6,000 Rounds Per Minute: This is the first time Minigun pods have been live-fired from a drone in this class ...
twz.com/air/minigun-armed-mojave-drone-now-blasting-targets-at-6000-rounds-per-minute
It's time to stop downsizing health care, the Pentagon says. This couple can't wait
npr.org/2024/04/03/1240724195/pentagon-outsource-healthcare-tricare
Greece moves forward on UH-60M Black Hawk procurement: Greece has signed a 'Letter of Offer and Acceptance' making official its intent to procure 35 ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/greece-moves-forward-on-uh-60m-black-hawk-procurement/
The US Army will hold combat training in the Philippines to hone skills as maritime tensions rise
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/us-army-hold-combat-training-philippines-hone-skills-108987516
Officials plan to partially reopen Baltimore port affected by bridge collapse by end of April
axios.com/2024/04/05/baltimore-port-reopen-plan-us-army-corps
Austria buys GRF vehicles for its special operations forces: Austria's Ministry of Defense signed the contract with Netherlands-based Defenture for the ...
defence-blog.com/austria-buys-grf-vehicles-for-its-special-operations-forces/
The US Army isn't ready to attack across rivers : The US Army has a checkered past with river crossings, and modern weapons are making these operations even more ...
businessinsider.com/the-us-army-isnt-ready-to-attack-across-rivers-2024-4
Why This Prototype Combat Rig Could Help Soldiers Fight in the Jungle: A US Army officer shares a modified combat rig that could offer soldiers a more optimized ...
businessinsider.com/why-this-prototype-combat-rig-could-help-soldiers-fight-jungle-2024-4
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BAE Systems secures $459 Million contract for advanced aviation radios: The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday that BAE Systems has been awarded a ...
defence-blog.com/bae-systems-secures-459-million-contract-for-advanced-aviation-radios/
Skylight's first-class musical 'From Here to Eternity' punches hard: With lyrics by Tim Rice, Skylight's musical "From Here to Eternity" is a hard-hitting ...
jsonline.com/story/entertainment/arts/2024/04/13/skylight-from-here-to-eternity-musical-tim-rice/73281001007/
Portland Public Schools weighs a Junior ROTC option for high schools: Just five school districts in Oregon currently offer a Junior Reserve Officers Training ...
oregonlive.com/education/2024/04/portland-public-schools-weighs-a-junior-rotc-option-for-high-schools.html
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Fort Carson holding an emergency response exercise: Fort Carson is holding an emergency response exercise Wednesday morning in front of Evans Army Community ...
gazette.com/military/fort-carson-holding-an-emergency-response-exercise/article_a5621a48-f366-11ee-9903-f78883676121.html
'It's just not fair': Some Arizona buffalo soldiers supporters speak out on new monument
azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2024/04/20/new-arizona-buffalo-soldiers-monument-causes-controversy/73323749007/
German spied for Russia: What is known about the case: The Federal Prosecutor General has had two Germans from Russia arrested. They are suspected of espionage ...
businessinsider.de/politik/deutscher-spionierte-fuer-russland-was-ueber-den-fall-bekannt-ist/
Civil War group honors the last Union veteran buried in each Minnesota county: History buffs hope to 'keep green' the memories of long-forgotten ...
startribune.com/civil-war-group-honors-the-last-union-veteran-buried-in-each-minnesota-county/600360428/
U.S. deploys midrange missile system in Indo-Pacific for first time: The deployment for joint military exercises in the northern Philippines — effectively ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/16/asia-pacific/politics/us-midrange-missiles-philippines-china/
How Would China Weaponize Disinformation Against Taiwan in a Cross-Strait Conflict?
thediplomat.com/2024/04/how-would-china-weaponize-disinformation-against-taiwan-in-a-cross-strait-conflict/
Fort Gibson, army post, commemorates bicentennial. What was the role of frontier soldiers?
oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/04/19/fort-gibson-oklahoma-frontier-army-post-historic-site-observes-bicentennial-indian-territory-200th/72820780007/
Electra.aero gets US Army contract to test blown-wing ESTOL concept : Electra.aero to receive $1.9 million from the US Army to perform wind tunnel tests with ...
aerotime.aero/articles/electra-aero-gets-us-army-contract-to-test-blown-wing-estol-concept
Gaza aid pier ship fire highlights complex US mission: Pentagon says project to build 500-metre jetty to help deliver aid to Palestinians is on schedule for the ...
thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2024/04/18/gaza-aid-pier-ship-fire-highlights-complex-us-mission/
How Would China Weaponize Disinformation Against Taiwan in a Cross-Strait Conflict?
thediplomat.com/2024/04/how-would-china-weaponize-disinformation-against-taiwan-in-a-cross-strait-conflict/
Posing as ‘Lt Gen from US Army’ Cyber fraudsters con Pune woman of Rs two crore: An FIR in the case was registered at the Cyber Crime police station last week by ...
indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/lt-gen-us-army-cyber-fraudsters-con-pune-woman-two-crore-9276265/
That's why there was a helicopter in the air over Schorndorf at night - and the loud bang?
zvw.de/blaulicht/darum-war-nachts-hubschrauber-%C3%BCber-schorndorf-in-der-luft-und-der-laute-knall_arid-801595
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The US Army will probably no longer be able to defeat enemies quickly: The times of fast tanks and infantry advances deep into enemy territory could be over ...
businessinsider.de/politik/international-politics/die-us-armee-wird-feinde-wohl-nicht-mehr-schnell-zu-besiegen-koennen/
US general warns Putin army 'will outgun Ukraine 10-1 in artillery shells if Republicans stop defence aid'
standard.co.uk/news/politics/vladimir-putin-ukraine-russia-war-us-general-artillery-shells-shortage-aid-b1150737.html
She walked into my life more than 50 years ago and was still going strong until she died
miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/community-voices/article287601225.html
Does the US Army also train Black Hawk flights over the Rems-Murr district?: Does the US Army also train Black Hawk flights over the Rems-Murr district? - News ...
zvw.de/rems-murr-kreis/trainiert-die-us-armee-black-hawk-fl%C3%BCge-auch-%C3%BCber-dem-rems-murr-kreis_arid-800050
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Mainz city walk 256: The gift from the Americans: In 1952, the US Army had the Panzerstrasse built, giving Drais a bypass. The place grew from the 1950s onwards ...
allgemeine-zeitung.de/lokales/mainz/stadt-mainz/mainzer-stadtspaziergang-256-das-geschenk-der-amerikaner-3468799
The Incredible Journey Behind Two of the Army’s Fastest Athletes: A new book shines light on the journey of Shadrack Kipchirchir and Elvin Kibet ...
runnersworld.com/news/a60396953/army-world-class-athlete-program-shadrack-kipchirchir-elvin-kibet/
U.S. to Deploy Medium-Range Missile System in Indo-Pacific; Aiming to Strengthen Deterrence Against China
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/defense-security/20240405-178755/
Almost 80 years after his death, Iowan fallen in WWII honored with flags at half-staff
desmoinesregister.com/story/news/local/2024/04/06/recently-idd-iowa-killed-in-wwii-honored-with-flags-at-half-staff/73228391007/
US soldier from Ansbach was in hiding for nine months - Now the US Army has tracked down the 31-year-old
nn.de/region/ansbach/us-soldat-aus-ansbach-war-neun-monate-untergetaucht-nun-hat-die-us-army-den-31-jahrigen-aufgespurt-1.14198071
Gov’t signs intention to purchase 35 Black Hawk helicopters: The government has signed a letter of offer and acceptance formalizing its intention to procure 35 ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1235711/govt-signs-intention-to-purchase-35-black-hawk-helicopters/
Ansbach: Disappeared for months - Missing US soldier resurfaced: Since the middle of last year, there has been no trace of a US soldier from the army base in ...
infranken.de/deutschland/ansbach-seit-monaten-verschwunden-vermisster-us-soldat-wieder-aufgetaucht-art-5715859
First Clear Photos Of China's New Z-21 Attack Helicopter (With Striking Resemblance To AH-64)
theaviationist.com/2024/03/30/first-clear-photos-show-chinas-new-z-21-attack-helicopter-and-its-striking-resemblance-to-ah-64/
Army Corps of Engineers to deploy 1,100 personnel to Baltimore: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is deploying more than 1,100 personnel to Baltimore, Md. ...
thehill.com/homenews/4560925-army-corps-of-engineers-to-deploy-1100-personnel-to-baltimore/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Saab to equip German Eurofighters with Arexis sensor suite: Saab, a Sweden-based defense and security company, announced that it has received an order from ...
defence-blog.com/saab-to-equip-german-eurofighters-with-arexis-sensor-suite/
U.S. Army awards BAE $754m for AMPV production: BAE Systems has received a $754 million contract to continue producing the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/u-s-army-awards-bae-754m-for-ampv-production/
It's time to stop downsizing health care, the Pentagon says. This couple can't wait
npr.org/2024/04/03/1240724195/pentagon-outsource-healthcare-tricare
Boeing secures $96 million to modernization of Special Ops MH-47 Chinooks: Boeing, a leading aerospace company, has secured a $96 million contract modification ...
defence-blog.com/boeing-secures-96-million-to-modernisation-of-special-ops-mh-47-chinooks/
After decades of secrecy, the 'Ghost Army' is honored for saving U.S. lives in WWII
npr.org/2024/03/21/1239871379/ghost-army-congressional-gold-medal-world-war-2
Conjoined twin Abby Hensel from Abby & Brittany is married: Abby Hensel officially tied the knot in 2021, it has been revealed
independent.co.uk/life-style/conjoined-twin-abby-hensel-married-b2520205.html
Quick Glance: Conjoined twin Abby Hensel, of TLC's 'Abby & Brittany,' is now married to an Army veteran
- Abby and Brittany Hensel, known from the TLC reality series, have transitioned from a duo to a trio.
- The marriage of Abby, the left-side conjoined twin, to Josh Bowling, a nurse and United States Army veteran, took place in 2021. They reside in Minnesota, the birthplace and hometown of the Hensel twins.
- As per the 'Today' show, which acquired marriage records for the spouses, the sisters both work as fifth-grade teachers in their home state.
- Abby and Josh kept their marital union private until 2023, when they unveiled photos of the wedding ceremony on their TikTok @abbyandbrittanyhensel. A resurfaced clip from a wedding guest depicted an intimate moment from the couple's wedding on Facebook.
Russian tanks upgrade to counter Ukrainian FPV drones: Russian troops have initiated the installation of a new electronic warfare system on their tanks to ...
defence-blog.com/russian-tanks-upgrade-to-counter-ukrainian-fpv-drones/
U.S. Army Opens Probe Into Patch on Guardsman That Resembled Nazi Symbol: The patch was pointed out by people online after the 20th Special Forces Group posted a ...
thedailybeast.com/us-army-opens-probe-into-patch-on-guardsman-that-resembled-nazi-symbol
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Legendary Apache helicopter marks 40 years of service: The Apache helicopter, a stalwart in the skies for four decades, is celebrating 40 years of service ...
defence-blog.com/legendary-apache-helicopter-marks-40-years-of-service/
On This Day, March 31: William Calley sentenced for My Lai Massacre - UPI.com: On March 31, 1971, U.S. Army Lt. William Calley was sentenced to life in prison ...
upi.com/Top_News/2023/03/31/On-This-Day-William-Calley-sentenced-for-My-Lai-Massacre/6831680232406/
Hanwha begins assembly of first Australian Huntsman howitzer: Hanwha Aerospace has officially begun assembly of Australia's first AS9 self-propelled ...
defence-blog.com/hanwha-begins-assembly-of-first-australian-huntsman-howitzer/
BAE receives $318m contract for M109 Self-Propelled Howitzers: BAE has been awarded $318m from the U.S. Army to support its fleet of M109A6 and A7 Self-Propelled ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/bae-receives-318m-contract-for-m109-self-propelled-howitzers/
US Soldiers test next-gen weapons in extreme cold weather: The U.S. Army undertook a crucial assessment of its Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) at the U.S ...
defence-blog.com/us-soldiers-test-next-gen-weapons-in-extreme-cold-weather/
Conjoined twins clap back at critics over negative comments about their marriage: Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel have clapped back at critics who have ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/30/conjoined-twins-clap-back-at-critics-over-negative-comments-about-their-marriage/
What the US Army should learn from Ukraine's hasty retreat in the battle of Avdiivka
businessinsider.com/what-the-us-army-should-learn-from-ukraines-hasty-retreat-in-the-battle-of-avdiivka-2024-3
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How the US will ‘walk on water’ to bring aid to starving Gaza: Washington is about to ramp up a massive aid effort, comprising an offshore pontoon and modular ...
smh.com.au/national/how-the-us-will-walk-on-water-to-bring-aid-to-starving-gaza-20240326-p5ffgp.html
First U.S. Army Unit Just Received Long Awaited M4 And M249 Replacements: Delivery of the first next-generation rifles and light machine guns to soldiers ...
twz.com/land/first-u-s-army-unit-just-received-long-awaited-m4-and-m240-replacements
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