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Special Operations News – July 28, 2025
Small Wars Journal
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July 28, 2025
Curated news, analysis, and commentary about special operations, national security, and conflicts around the world. Photo / Image: U.S. Air Force personnel jump out the back of an HC-130J Combat King II assigned to the 81st Expeditionary Rescue...
US provides Nigeria share of $93m emergency food aid
New National Star
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August 10, 2025
BY JENNIFER EZIMAKOR The United States has announced a $93 million emergency food assistance package for 13 countries, including Nigeria, to address severe hunger and malnutrition. According to the US Department of State, the programme will...
Why foreign land given to Rwanda remains unutilized
The New Times
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July 28, 2025
A plot of land in Tanzania. Rwanda has acquired land in several foreign countries including Djibouti, Kenya, Tanzania, and the Central African Republic (CAR) to boost trade and investment. However, many of these plots have remained idle for years.
Bangladesh passport gets stronger in latest rankings
Gulf News
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Holders of the Bangladeshi passport have visa-free access to 39 destinations – Bahamas, Barbados, Bhutan, Bolivia, British Virgin Islands, Burundi, Cambodia, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Cook Islands, Djibouti, Dominica, Fiji, Grenada,...
Jason Hickel, Dylan Sullivan – The real reason the West is warmongering against China
Brave New Europe
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August 9, 2025
China’s technological development is now breaking Western monopolies, and may give other developing countries alternative suppliers for necessary goods at more affordable prices. Jason Hickel is a Professor at the Institute for Environmental...
Meet the Animals with the Largest Horns in the World
AOL
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Greater Kudu in Kruger National Park, South Africa© Dennis W Donohue/Shutterstock.comAnimals have horns for a variety of reasons. From being used for defense against other animals, to fighting off other males of the same species during mating...
Contracts vs Chronicles: The Eritrea–Ethiopia Divide
Eritrea Digest
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August 9, 2025
1. Since Eritreans gained political consciousness in the 1940s and agitated for independence, their argument for sovereignty has always been centered on contracts: Ethiopia entered into a treaty with authorities (Italians) that created the polity...
Experts predict resurgence of...
Capital Ethiopia
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August 10, 2025
The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has announced its readiness to license foreign banks wishing to operate in the country, with approvals anticipated within three months of application submission. This initiative follows the central bank’s...
It was javelin throwers day out at Continental Tour in Bhubaneswar
Sambad English
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Bhubaneswar: Promising javelin throwers from India and Sri Lanka fought hard to stamp their authority in the one-day prize money World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze meet at Kalinga’s Stadium here on Sunday. Egged on by enthusiastic Sunday...
Somali Army and Peacekeepers Recapture Key City From Islamists
Militarnyi
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August 10, 2025
The Somali army, with the support of African Union peacekeepers, has recaptured the key city of Bariire from Islamist militants. This is reported by The Defense Post. Somalia’s Ministry of Defense said on Friday that the Somali army and...
Serious Collective Efforts Needed to Curb Israeli Crimes: Pezeshkian
Tasnim News Agency
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August 10, 2025
The Iranian president on Sunday received the credentials of nine incoming foreign ambassadors to Tehran. In the meetings, Pezeshkian deplored the escalation of Israeli atrocities against the defenseless people of Gaza. He said it is necessary for...
Nigeria Among 13 Countries To Benefit As US Announces $93m Emergency Food Aid
Arise News
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August 10, 2025
The United States government has unveiled a $93 million emergency food assistance programme targeting 13 countries, including 12 in Africa, to combat worsening hunger and malnutrition. The US Department of State said the programme will provide...
Nigeria, 12 others selected for $93m US food aid scheme
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 10, 2025
The United States government has listed Nigeria and 12 other nations among the beneficiaries of its $93 million emergency food assistance programme set aside to address worsening hunger and malnutrition. Speaking recently at a press briefing, the...
EEP to secure 76...
Capital Ethiopia
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August 10, 2025
Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) has announced plans to raise a 76 billion birr loan from domestic sources to help cover a significant budget shortfall during the 2025/26 fiscal year. This financing move is part of implementing EEP’s large budget of...
List of African countries affected by Trump Tariffs
Star
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US President Donald Trump/SCREENGRABA new wave of US tariffs is poised to reshape trade relations with Africa. President Donald Trump has implemented a tiered system of import taxes, in a move seen as a way to correct trade deficits. Since they...
Running Aground in the Face of Communist China’s Military Expansionism: The Return of Threat Deflation
American Greatness
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August 10, 2025
Last month, just as the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy concluded its unprecedented dual-aircraft carrier operations east of the second island chain, two articles by well-known ‘China Hands’ were published by two of America’s most respected...
ESL board approves major capital increase to boost operations
Capital
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August 10, 2025
The board of Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics (ESL), chaired by Finance Minister Ahmed Shide, has approved a long-awaited capital increase for the state-owned logistics company. This strategic investment will significantly enhance ESL’s...
Nigeria among 13 African nations selected for $93m US food aid scheme
The Cable
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August 10, 2025
The United States (US) has announced a $93 million emergency food assistance programme for 13 nations, including 12 in Africa, to address worsening hunger and malnutrition. The US department of state said the programme will provide ready-to-use...
Unlocking Landlocked Potential Through Diplomacy, Connectivity, and Shared Growth
Ethiopian News Agency
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Addis Ababa, August 9, 2025 (ENA) -- The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), held in Awaza, Turkmenistan, marks a pivotal moment for the 32 nations without direct access to the sea — home to over 600 million...
Israel condemned for Gaza genocide
Gulf Daily News Online
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The Arab ministerial committee on Gaza said yesterday that it holds Israel fully responsible for the genocidal crimes against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip. “We hold the Israeli occupation fully responsible for the ongoing genocide and...