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This section includes the latest news relating to U.S. security policy around the world. Updated daily, the news provided in this searchable database highlights the most relevant security developments from around the world. 

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John Kerry Says U.S. Will Give Tunisia More Financial Aid

Monday, November 16, 2015
Secretary of State John Kerry announced on Friday that the United States would extend an additional $500 million in loan guarantees to Tunisia, increasing American investment in a country that is working on a transition to democracy.English
Country(s): 
Tunisia
Author(s): 
Julie Hirschfeld Davis
Publisher / Source: 
The New York Times
Tag(s): 
Security
Foreign Aid

Lebanon Detains 9 in Beirut Bombings

Monday, November 16, 2015
Lebanese security forces have detained nine people, mostly Syrians, suspected of involvement in planning terrorist attacks, including a twin bombing last week, and smuggling extremists into the country. English
Country(s): 
Lebanon
Publisher / Source: 
Voice of America
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Civil Society

What Does Argentina’s Election Mean for South America?

Monday, November 16, 2015
In the future, books about Argentina's economic history in the early 21st Century will have to come with a comprehensive glossary.English
Country(s): 
Argentina
Author(s): 
Daniel Gallas
Publisher / Source: 
BBC
Tag(s): 
Politics and Security

Nigeria, U.S., Others Task Somalia on Inclusive, Legitimate, Peaceful Elections

Monday, November 16, 2015
Welcoming the commitment to hold elections in 2016, Samantha Power said the process should be free and fair, representing the will of the Somali people, including internally displaced persons and refugees.English
Country(s): 
Somalia
Publisher / Source: 
Geeska Afrika
Tag(s): 
Governance
Foreign Policy

US Air Strike 'Targeted Senior ISIL Leader' in Libya

Monday, November 16, 2015
The US military says it launched an air strike targeting the senior leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Libya, where the group has grown stronger in the chaos following the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi four years ago.English
Country(s): 
Libya
Publisher / Source: 
Al Jazeera
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Terrorism

Air Force Secretary Makes First Visit to Djibouti

Monday, November 16, 2015
Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James met with Airmen and senior leaders stationed at Camp Lemonnier and the U.S. Embassy, as well as senior members from the Djiboutian military, during her first visit to the country Nov. 12, 2015. English
Country(s): 
Djibouti
Author(s): 
Tech. Sgt. Dan R. DeCook
Publisher / Source: 
United States Africa Command
Tag(s): 
Militarization
Security Assistance

No Solution in Sight for Mexico's Vigilante Problem

Monday, November 16, 2015
Mexico's human rights commission has called on government officials to investigate the criminalization of vigilante groups in the state of Michoacan, documenting a series of foreseeable outcomes that are now coming to fruition.English
Country(s): 
Mexico
Author(s): 
Michael Lohmuller
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Tag(s): 
Human Rights

Oman May Acquire German Leopard Tanks

Monday, November 16, 2015
The Sultanate of Oman is interested in acquiring tanks from German company Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW), according to a press report.English
Country(s): 
Oman
Author(s): 
Lars Hoffman
Publisher / Source: 
Defense News
Tag(s): 
Arms Sales
Military Equipment

Boko Haram Attacks Persist, but Nigerian Officials Say Group Is Losing Ground

Monday, November 16, 2015
The federal government is not only sharing intelligence with local officials but is also cooperating with military advisers from the United States, a departure from former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration.English
Country(s): 
Nigeria
Author(s): 
Dionne Searcey
Publisher / Source: 
The New York Times
Tag(s): 
Security Assistance
Counterterrorism
Counterinsurgency

Bolivia's Overflowing Coca Deposits Raise Debate

Monday, November 16, 2015
A debate on what to do with Bolivia's overflowing stores of seized coca highlights the Andean nation's unique relationship with the leaf and its approach to combating drug trafficking. English
Country(s): 
Bolivia
Author(s): 
Arron Daugherty
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Wire Service: 
La Razon
Tag(s): 
Drug Policy

Uzbekistan and Islamic State: Phantom or Foe?

Monday, November 16, 2015
Numerous recent news accounts in Uzbekistan would seem to indicate mounting agitation over alleged activity by Islamic State — an extremist organization not previously known to have made inroads into the country.English
Country(s): 
Uzbekistan
Publisher / Source: 
EurasiaNet
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Terrorism

Russia to Sign Military Goods Control Agreement with Kazakhstan

Monday, November 16, 2015
According to a document published on a government legal portal, Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the signing of an agreement with Kazakhstan to control the availability and use of military goods.English
Country(s): 
Kazakhstan
Publisher / Source: 
Sputnik News
Tag(s): 
Military Equipment
Military and Police Aid

U.S. and other Western Nations Pledge to Help Kenya Fight Graft

Friday, November 13, 2015
The United States, Britain and nine other countries pledged on Thursday to help Kenya to try to beat corruption, promising to step up efforts to prevent funds leaving the country and pushing for those who commit graft to be prosecuted. English
Country(s): 
Kenya
Author(s): 
Edith Honan
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Corruption
Governance
Foreign Policy

Kerry to Discuss Loan Guarantee, Security, Democracy with Tunisia

Friday, November 13, 2015
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will discuss a $500 million loan guarantee, security cooperation, and support for Tunisia's democratic transition when he visits Tunis on Friday, a senior U.S. official said on Thursday. English
Country(s): 
Tunisia
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Military Cooperation
Development

Calls for Investigation Into Saudi Arabia's Actions in Yemen

Friday, November 13, 2015
There must be “proper investigations” to ensure that Saudi Arabia has not breached international humanitarian law in the war in Yemen, according to Britain’s foreign secretary, who said that shipments of UK-supplied weapons would be halted if the Saudis fell foul of those probes.English
Country(s): 
Saudi Arabia
Author(s): 
Ben Quinn
David Smith
Publisher / Source: 
The Guardian
Tag(s): 
Human Rights
Human Rights

U.S. Steps Up Its Attacks on ISIS-Controlled Oil Fields in Syria

Friday, November 13, 2015
The United States and its allies have sharply increased their airstrikes against the sprawling oil fields that the Islamic State controls in eastern Syria in an effort to disrupt one of the terrorist group’s main sources of revenue, American officials said this week. English
Country(s): 
Syria
Author(s): 
Michael R. Gordon
Eric Schmitt
Publisher / Source: 
The New York Times
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Terrorism

Kurdish Forces Raise Flag Over Sinjar as Islamic State Control Crumbles

Friday, November 13, 2015
Kurdish forces entered the Iraqi town of Sinjar on Friday, raising their flag over several key buildings in a rapid offensive against Islamic State militants following heavy U.S.-led airstrikes.English
Country(s): 
Iraq
Author(s): 
Loveday Morris
Publisher / Source: 
The Washington Post
Tag(s): 
Military Operations
Terrorism

U.S. Marines, Ugandan Military Build Engineering, Logistical Capabilities

Friday, November 13, 2015
U.S. Marines and sailors are helping build the engineering and logistical capabilities of the Uganda People’s Defense Force at Camp Singo, Uganda. English
Country(s): 
Uganda
Author(s): 
Cpl. Olivia McDonald
Publisher / Source: 
DVIDS
Tag(s): 
Military and Police Aid
Military and Police Aid
Security Assistance

Lebanon Boosts Security Measures After Deadly Attack

Friday, November 13, 2015
Security forces boosted measures across Lebanon Friday as the country mourned the deaths of at least 43 people in a twin suicide bombing that targeted a crowded area in Beirut's southern suburb one day earlier.English
Country(s): 
Lebanon
Author(s): 
Hanan Khaled
Publisher / Source: 
The Daily Star (Lebanon)
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Civil Society

Report: Kenyan Military 'in Business' with Al-Shabaab

Friday, November 13, 2015
A former U.S. ambassador thinks allegations of a $200-400 million dollar smuggling ring linking Kenyan forces and Al-Shabaab are unlikely to have a big impact on the U.S.-Kenya security relationship, and are even less likely to disrupt the flow of security assistance.English
Country(s): 
Kenya
Author(s): 
Ty McCormick
Publisher / Source: 
Foreign Policy
Tag(s): 
Counterterrorism
Terrorism
Foreign Policy
Security Assistance

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