Bookmark Antony BlinkenCounterterrorismCoups d'etatDemocracyGeneral NewsIslamJoe BidenMilitary and defenseNigerTerrorismU.S. National Security CouncilWagner GroupWorld News In Niger, US seeks to hang on to its last, best counterterrorist outpost in West Africa by Gabriel Martinez August 4, 2023 August 4, 2023 US holds ground in Niger amid coup turmoil. Counterterror base vital; fears of jihadist surge and Russian influence.
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Bookmark CounterterrorismGeneral NewsOrganized crimePoliticsTerrorismWorld News Africa Emerges as Global Terrorism Hotspot with Half of 2022’s Victims by Gabriel Martinez June 21, 2023 June 21, 2023 Africa emerges as the global terrorism hotspot, with half of 2022’s victims. Counter-terrorism experts analyze trends, including the rise of right-wing ideology and the use of sophisticated technology. International cooperation …