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2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
US Africa commander highlights terror growth in Sahel and competition with China for influence
A top United States military general warned Thursday that terror groups in Africa are ramping up their ability to conduct attacks in the U.S. Gen. Michael Langley, the four-star Marine General who leads U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), said the Sahel region of the continent is now the "flashpoint of prolonged conflict and growing instability. It is the epicenter of terrorism on the globe." Several terror groups have expanded drastically in the last three years. Al-Qaeda in the Lands of the Islamic Maghreb, or AQIM, is three times the size it was in 2022, he said, and has spread across Mali, Burkina Faso, and parts of Niger, which the U.S. military pulled out of last year. Isis Increasingly Unopposed Following Us Withdrawal From Afghanistan, Collapse Of Syria Jama'at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin, a faction affiliated with Al-Qaeda, is now four times the size it was in 2022, expanding mainly in Burkina Faso. "We're keeping a good eye on this because they could have the capacity to attack the homeland," Langley said in a call with reporters. Read On The Fox News App "Throughout my travels across West Africa and through dialog here at the conference, the concerns shared by my peers match my own," he added. "One of the terrorist's key goals now is access to the west coast of Africa. If they gain access to the vast coastline, they can diversify their revenue streams and evolve their tactics, more easily exporting terrorism to American shores." Lone Wolf Attacks Surge In The West As Terrorism Intensifies Globally He noted that the terror groups engage in illicit activity like smuggling, human trafficking and arms trading, which fund their nefarious actions and destabilize the region. U.S. forces over the weekend conducted an airstrike against the al Qaeda-linked al-Shabab in Somalia. The East African country has been wracked for decades by attacks and insurgency from Islamist terrorists, both from ISIS and al-Shabab. The U.S. is in a race with China and Russia to gain influence and trust with the local governments of several African nations to help protect citizens from terror groups. Langley said there is an increasing concern about the number of African soldiers going to Beijing for military training and replicating a U.S. International Military Education and Training (IMET) program. "They're trying to replicate what we do best in our IMET program," said Langley. "And then they also said they're going to increase security and training in a number of countries. So, they're trying to replicate what we do."Original article source: US Africa commander highlights terror growth in Sahel and competition with China for influence
Technical.ly
08-02-2025
- Science
- Technical.ly
Galentine's Day Networking Event
Event Description Join the Association of Women in Science (AWIS) Baltimore Chapter for an engaging, Galentine's Day, professional networking event at the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET), Colwell Center in the scenic Inner Harbor! This event is designed to connect local scientists, enhance your professional presence, and grow your career in science. Event Highlights: Speed Networking: A dynamic "speed dating" format to meet fellow professionals and expand your network. Free Professional Headshots: Update your LinkedIn or CV with a polished new look. Network-Building Activities: Collaborate and learn with engaging workshops tailored for professional growth. Complimentary Food & Beverages: Enjoy delicious refreshments while you connect with peers. Parking Details: Pier V Garage: $15 on-site parking. Free Street Parking: Available in nearby Little Italy neighborhoods, including Albemarle Street, just a two-block walk from IMET. Venue Details: Enterence: Enter the IMET Colwell Center from the front enterence (pictured below) Once inside: walk up the stairs next to the security desk and follow the signs to our event under the tent on the third floor! Do not be discouraged if eventbrite says it's sold out, this is for promotional purposes. Entry is free of charge. This event is open to both AWIS members and non-members. Non-binary and gender non-confirming folks are encouraged to attend. For more information about AWIS Baltimore, visit our website, follow our social media accounts, and join our mailing list! Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and grow within the AWIS Baltimore community!
