Latest "horn of africa" stories

U.S. forces practice convoy training with the Danab Brigade in Somalia, May 4, 2021.

House rejects Gaetz pitch to withdraw all US forces from Somalia

The House voted against withdrawing U.S. troops from Somalia, and an AFRICOM unfunded priorities list requests additional funding to review troop levels.

By Bryant Harris

5 months ago

A casualty evacuation exercise with a Jolly Green II helicopter in Africa

Air Force’s new rescue helicopter notches first saves in Africa

HH-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. Cohen

9 months ago

US troops ‘commuting’ to Somalia is inefficient and risky, top Africa general says

The defense secretary is weighing whether to send troops back to Somalia.

By Meghann Myers

19 months ago

Frontline Photos: Jan. 30, 2022

Obstacle courses, camouflage classes, a heartwarming homecoming and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.

20 months ago

US warns that Islamic State extremists still a world threat

The coalition is hoping to stabilize areas liberated from the Islamic State, repatriate and hold foreign fighters accountable and combat extremist messaging.

2 years ago

Top US general in Africa: ‘Wildfire of terrorism’ on march here

A stretch of continent, from the Sahel region to the Horn of Africa, concerns Gen. Stephen J. Townsend.

2 years ago