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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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Jubair: Saudi Arabia to Increase Flow & Quantity of Weapons to FSA If Political Deadlock Continues

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Saudi Arabia Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir said that the kingdom is discussing supplying Syria’s moderate armed opposition with lethal weapons with its partners in the international anti-terror coalition.English
Country(s): 
Saudi Arabia
Publisher / Source: 
National Coalition of Syrian Revolution and Opposition Forces
Tag(s): 
Military Equipment

Colombian Army Launches Attack on ELN Rebels Ahead of Peace Talks

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
The Colombian army launches an attack 10 days before the beginning of peace talks between the government and the Marxist rebels. There is no indication that either side will declare a ceasefire until considerable progress has been made. English
Country(s): 
Colombia
Publisher / Source: 
BBC News
Tag(s): 
Peace Negotiations
Military

Boko Haram Overruns Nigerian Military Base in Northeast

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Nigeria's Boko Haram Islamic extremists have overrun a remote military camp in the northeast, leaving 13 soldiers wounded and an unknown number missing, the army said Wednesday.English
Country(s): 
Nigeria
Author(s): 
Michelle Faul
Ibrahim Abdulaziz
Publisher / Source: 
ABC News
Tag(s): 
Counterterrorism
Terrorism

Nigerian Ex-Minister Arrested in $2.1B Arms Probe

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Former Defense Minister Musiliu Obanikoro has been detained by Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency over the misappropriation of $2.1 billion earmarked for the fight against Boko Haram, a spokesman said late Monday.English
Country(s): 
Nigeria
Author(s): 
Rafiu Ajakaye
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Corruption

The U.S. Relief Mission to Haiti Is Also a Signal to America’s Neighbors, and Russia

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
When U.S. Southern Command dispatched nearly 2,000 Marines, a dozen helicopters, and one amphibious assault ship to Haiti earlier this month, it was an effort to provide lifesaving assistance in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. But the operation also served as a reminder to regional friends and neighbors that they needn’t turn to Russia, SOUTHCOM commander Adm. Kurt Tidd said Tuesday. English
Country(s): 
Central America Regional
Haiti
Author(s): 
Caroline Houck
Publisher / Source: 
Defense One
Tag(s): 
Security Assistance

DoD Official: U.S.-Mexico Military-to-Military Relationship ‘Worth Strengthening’

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
The military-to-military relationship between the United States and Mexico is a bond well-worth strengthening, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for western hemisphere affairs said on Tuesday. The U.S. and Mexico work together to combat transnational criminal networks, but Chavez said she would like to see more emphasis on more traditional military cooperation.English
Country(s): 
Mexico
Author(s): 
Jim Garamone
Publisher / Source: 
Department Of Defense

Kenya's Kenyatta Blames Agencies for Sluggish Anti-Corruption Fight

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta accused the judiciary and other agencies of undermining efforts to root out corruption, addressing a campaign pledge from his 2013 election and one which he is likely to be challenged on in next year's vote.English
Country(s): 
Kenya
Author(s): 
Duncan Miriri
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Corruption

21 Mexico Police Arrested for Kidnapping, Extortion of Migrants

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Nearly two dozen municipal police officers were arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and extortion of migrants in Mexico's Chiapas state, highlighting the rise of police violence against migrants along this key transit route.English
Country(s): 
Mexico
Author(s): 
Tristan Clavel
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Tag(s): 
Law Enforcement

Colombia's Urabeños Seek Inclusion in Peace Process

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
One of Colombia's most powerful criminal organizations is reportedly asking to be included in an ongoing peace process between the government and the country's main guerrilla group, a decision that may have been influenced by increased pressure from state security forces. English
Country(s): 
Colombia
Author(s): 
Mike LaSusa
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Tag(s): 
Criminal Organizations
Peace Negotiations

Nearly 1,000 Complaints Against Peru Police This Year

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Police corruption and involvement in criminal activities remains widespread in Peru, a dynamic that could be contributing to growing perceptions of insecurity among Peruvian citizens.English
Country(s): 
Peru
Author(s): 
Luis Fernando Alonso
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Tag(s): 
Law Enforcement
Criminal Organizations
Corruption

UN Announces Agreement on 72-Hour Yemen Cease-Fire

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
U.N. Special Envoy Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed said in a statement Monday that he received assurances from all parties to the conflict o cease hostilities at 11:59 p.m. local time on Wednesday for an initial period of 72 hours that is subject to renewal.English
Country(s): 
Yemen
Author(s): 
Ahmed Al-Haj
Publisher / Source: 
Associated Press
Tag(s): 
Conflict Resolution

UK-Supplied Precision Weapons Prove Popular in Saudi-Led Yemen Campaign

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
The Royal Saudi Air Force has used British-supplied cruise missiles against Houthi rebels in Yemen, Defense Secretary Michael Fallon has confirmed. English
Country(s): 
Yemen
Author(s): 
Andrew Chuter
Publisher / Source: 
Defense News
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Military Equipment

Syrian Kurdish YPG to Be Removed from Manbij, Turkey's Erdogan Says

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
The U.S.-backed Syrian Kurdish YPG militia will be removed from the Syrian town of Manbij after Islamic State fighters are driven from the nearby town of al-Bab, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday. English
Country(s): 
Syria
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Conflict
Military Operations

Poland, Ukraine Negotiate Joint Production of Military Helicopters

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Poland and Ukraine are discussing plans to launch a joint production effort of helicopters that could be used by the militaries of Central and Eastern European allies, according to Polish Defence Minister Antoni Macierewicz. English
Country(s): 
Poland
Ukraine
Author(s): 
Jaroslaw Adamowski
Publisher / Source: 
Defense News
Tag(s): 
Military Equipment

Exclusive: Proposed German Missile Defense System Cost Far Above Estimates - Sources

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
A proposal by European missiles maker MBDA to develop and build a new air defense system for Germany came in billions of euros higher than the previous estimate of 4 billion euros ($4.5 billion), according to multiple sources familiar with the proposal.English
Country(s): 
Germany
Author(s): 
Andrea Shalal
Sabine Siebold
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Arms Control

German Defense Minister Says Berlin Is Ready to Expand Military Role

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
German Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday that Germany was ready to play a larger military role than in the past in the service of closer European defense cooperation.English
Country(s): 
Germany
Author(s): 
Andrea Shalal
Publisher / Source: 
Reuters
Tag(s): 
Military Cooperation

Taliban and Afghanistan Restart Secret Talks in Qatar

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
The Taliban and representatives of the Afghan government have restarted secret talks in the Gulf state of Qatar, senior sources within the insurgency and the Kabul government have told the Guardian.English
Country(s): 
Afghanistan
Author(s): 
Sami Yousafzai
Jon Boone
Sune Engel Rasmussen
Publisher / Source: 
The Guardian
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Peace Negotiations

U.S. Shifts Egypt Aid to Other Countries

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
The Barack Obama administration shifted more than $100 million earmarked for Egypt to other countries earlier this year amid growing frustration with Cairo, Al-Monitor has learned. The previously undisclosed reallocation is a signal of Washington's impatience with the Egyptian government's refusal to work with U.S. aid organizations.English
Country(s): 
Egypt
Author(s): 
Julian Pecquet
Publisher / Source: 
Al Monitor
Tag(s): 
Security Assistance

Pakistan/China Thunder over Africa?

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Having successfully developed a number of military aircraft together, the Pakistani/Chinese partnership is now actively courting African countries looking for a modern, budget friendly fighter. English
Country(s): 
Africa Regional
Author(s): 
Dean Wingrin
Publisher / Source: 
Defence Web
Tag(s): 
Arms Sales

Mass Arrests in Ethiopia's Oromia Region Days After State of Emergency Declared

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
At least 1,000 people have been arrested in Ethiopia, which declared a nationwide state of emergency on 9 October due to ongoing anti-government protests. The mass arrest occurred in Sebeta town, near the capital Addis Ababa.English
Country(s): 
Ethiopia
Author(s): 
Ludovica Iaccino
Publisher / Source: 
International Business Times
Tag(s): 
Conflict

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