Category: Equipment
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Somali Government Condemns Illegal Arms Shipment from Ethiopia
A large shipment of weapons, reportedly purchased by the Puntland administration from Ethiopia, has successfully reached its destination amidst a foiled robbery attempt. The incident, reminiscent of a similar occurrence in July, raises alarms about escalating cross-border arms flows and instability in the region. Armed militiamen attempted to seize the weapons convoy near the Somali-Ethiopia…
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U.S. Africa Command and Cameroon Armed Forces Host West Africa Logistics Conference in Douala
Douala, Cameroon – U.S. Africa Command and the Cameroon Armed Forces kicked off the West Africa Logistics Conference here today in Douala, Cameroon, convening more than 60 West African and U.S military logistics leaders. During the next two days, these logistics leaders will discuss shared logistics challenges and identify opportunities to cooperate on improving interoperability…
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Situation in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo: Activity of Terrorist Groups
Situation from August 1 to September 20, 2024 In the resource-rich east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, fighting continues between government forces and a conglomerate of armed groups. If earlier the news was more often about the “March 23 Movement” (M23) supported by Rwanda, now other factions are showing themselves more strongly. ▪️Against the…
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Reserve military power: top 5 African countries in 2024
Global Firepower, an analytical site, ranks 145 countries based on their reserve military manpower. In Africa, these top five nations boast the largest reserve forces in 2024: Egypt: 480,000 personnel (15th globally)Morocco: 150,000 personnel (32nd globally)Algeria: 135,000 personnel (34th globally)Eritrea: 130,000 personnel (37th globally)Sudan: 85,000 personnel (47th globally) Reserve forces are crucial for national security,…
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Malian & Russian troops are preparing to relaunch their offensive in northern Mali
Malian & Russian troops are preparing to relaunch their offensive in northern Mali along the Algerian border for the first time since Tuareg militants defeated them at Tinzaouten in July. They face several capacity and capability challenges to clear and hold the area. Security forces have partially addressed the immediate capacity issues that contributed to…
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Somalia announces its readiness to supply weapons to rebels in Ethiopia
Mogadishu will do so if Addis Ababa continues to implement the agreement reached with the breakaway region of Somaliland in January this year on providing access to the sea coast, said Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi. “The option of supporting the rebels fighting in Ethiopia or confronting the Ethiopian regime is open to us…
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US State Department authorized a proposed Foreign Military Sale to Romania for 32 F-35 Aircraft
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Romania, which includes 32 F-35 fighter jets and associated equipment. This deal, valued at approximately $7.2 billion, underscores Romania’s efforts to enhance its military capabilities and modernize its defense systems. This sale aligns with Romania’s strategic objectives of strengthening its air defense amid…
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Turkey reportedly in discussions to establish a site for ballistic missile tests and a spaceport in Somalia
Ankara’s ballistic missile program requires long-range testing, and Somalia’s strategic location on the eastern tip of mainland Africa provides an ideal location for launching missiles towards the Indian Ocean, Western media reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. Moreover, the unnamed sources explained that the country’s proximity to the equator makes it a suitable site…
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The Sudanese Army’s Il-76 is now being used as a bomber against RSF targets.
The Il-76 can carry up to four bombs with a maximum weight of 500 kg each on its underwing hardpoints, without precision.
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Russia Strengthens Military-Technical Ties with Over 40 African Nations
Moscow, September 2024 – Russia is deepening its military-technical cooperation with the African continent, with over 40 countries currently engaged in various defense partnerships. This was revealed by Alexander Mikheev, the CEO of Rosoboronexport, the Russian state-owned defense export agency. Expanding Military-Technical Cooperation Speaking about Russia’s strategic focus on Africa, Mikheev emphasized the continent’s critical…
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