Army lays out its vision for space in future operationsArmy leaders say there is an "urgent need" for investment in space capabilities and formations.By Todd South3 months ago
Officials say 5 prisoners sought by US in a swap with Iran left TehranThe exchange was expected to take place after nearly $6 billion in once-frozen Iranian assets reached Qatar.By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press6 months ago
House rejects Gaetz pitch to withdraw all US forces from SomaliaThe House voted against withdrawing U.S. troops from Somalia, and an AFRICOM unfunded priorities list requests additional funding to review troop levels.By Bryant Harris11 months ago
First AFRICOM airstrike of the year kills 30 al-Shabab militantsThe first airstrike of the new year in Somalia killed an estimated 30 militants linked to al-Qaeda.By Zamone Perez14 months ago
Air Force’s new rescue helicopter notches first saves in AfricaHH-60W Jolly Green II crews saved the lives of two foreign troops on a December rescue mission in the Horn of Africa.By Rachel S. Cohen15 months ago
US military hits al-Shabab extremists in SomaliaThe U.S. has carried out dozens of drone strikes against extremists in Somalia in recent years.17 months ago