Latest "u.s. military in africa" stories

Fort Bragg soldiers distribute aid after massive explosion in Ghana

At least 17 people were killed and 59 were injured in the blast, which left a large crater and reduced dozens of buildings to piles of wood and metal.

By Rachel Nostrant

11 months ago

Military wants to add sexual misconduct allegations in soldier’s hazing death

The four servicemen planned to make “sexual contact” against Army Staff Sgt. Logan Melgar as he was hazed on video in his bedroom, a Navy prosecutor alleged.

3 years ago

France: A European army would help — not threaten — US troops

“We need to step up to help without waiting for the US to always foot the bill,” the French armed forces minister said Monday.

By Kyle Rempfer

4 years ago

US Air Force rescue units move closer to Africa and Eastern Europe

On April 20, Air Force pararescue airmen conducted their final jump over Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, before their units — the 56th and 57th Rescue Squadrons — permanently moved to Aviano Air Base, Italy.

By Kyle Rempfer

5 years ago

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