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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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81 Honduras Police Officers Allegedly Worked for MS13 Gang

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
An internal investigation alleges that 81 police officers in Honduras, including high-ranking officials, have been working for an MS13 gang leader and participated in horrific crime sprees that include the massacre of 12 people at a pool hall.English
Country(s): 
Honduras
Author(s): 
Luis Fernando Alonso
Publisher / Source: 
InSight Crime
Tag(s): 
Criminal Organizations
Criminal Organizations
Law Enforcement

U.S. Forces are Using White Phosphorus Munitions in Iraq but It’s Unclear Exactly How

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
U.S. forces are using white phosphorus munitions in their fight against the Islamic State based on pictures and videos posted online by the Pentagon, but it is unclear exactly how the controversial armament is being employed.English
Country(s): 
Iraq
Author(s): 
Thomas Gibbons-Neff
Publisher / Source: 
The Washington Post
Tag(s): 
Terrorism

‘We Do Not Need America’s Support’

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Iraq's Shiite militias are gearing up to retake Mosul from the Islamic State, with Tehran's backing — and despite Washington's opposition.English
Country(s): 
Iraq
Author(s): 
Sulome Anderson
Publisher / Source: 
Foreign Policy
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Conflict

Denel Teams Up to Supply Saudi Arabia with Ingwe Missile

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Missile manufacturer Denel Dynamics has taken a step closer to selling the Ingwe missile to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by teaming up with the ITEAC Group. English
Country(s): 
Saudi Arabia
Author(s): 
Dean Wingrin
Publisher / Source: 
defenceWeb
Tag(s): 
Arms Sales
Military Equipment

U.S. and Indian Troops Wrap Up Counter-Insurgency, Terrorism Drills

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
U.S. and Indian troops are wrapping up counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism training this month in Uttarakhand, an Indian state that borders Chinese-occupied Tibet. The 22-day exercise at the Chaubattia Military Station aims to hone the soldiers’ ability to plan and conduct missions together. English
Country(s): 
India
Author(s): 
Seth Robson
Publisher / Source: 
Stars and Stripes
Tag(s): 
Counterinsurgency
Counterterrorism
Military and Police Aid

Britain Digs in Against ‘EU Army’

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
U.K. Defense Minister Michael Fallon said Tuesday that Britain will “oppose any idea of an EU army” and warned that other countries in the bloc are against plans for greater military cooperation.English
Country(s): 
United Kingdom
Author(s): 
Jacopo Barigazzi
Publisher / Source: 
Politico
Tag(s): 
NATO
Military Cooperation

The Gaping Hole in Europe’s Defenses

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
There’ll be no bolstering of the European Union's defenses against Russia unless France and Germany get on board.English
Country(s): 
France
Germany
Author(s): 
John Vinocur
Publisher / Source: 
The Wall Street Journal
Tag(s): 
Military Cooperation

Bell to Supply Huey II Helicopters to Uganda, Kenya and Unidentified African Customer

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Bell Helicopter has been awarded $86 million in contracts to supply ten Huey II helicopters to Kenya and Uganda, and will deliver another five rotorcraft to an unnamed African military this year.English
Country(s): 
Uganda
Kenya
Publisher / Source: 
defenceWeb
Tag(s): 
Military Equipment
Arms Sales

Kenya Gets Jordanian Assistance in Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Kenya has gotten support from Jordan for its counter terrorism activities. Fighter pilots of the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) are to receive training from Jordan.English
Country(s): 
Kenya
Author(s): 
Abdur Rahman Alfa Shaman
Publisher / Source: 
Africa News
Tag(s): 
Counterterrorism
Military and Police Aid

Death in the Morning: Why Amisom Soldiers Had Little Fighting Chance in Janaale

Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Daniel Kalinaki provides analysis into why Amisom forces, though militarily superior, have little fighting chance in confrontations with al-Shabaab militants.English
Country(s): 
Somalia
Author(s): 
Daniel K. Kalinaki
Publisher / Source: 
The East African
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Conflict

Dozens of South Sudanese Soldiers Sentenced to Death

Monday, September 26, 2016
Soldiers, accused of abuses during renewed flare-up in Juba between government troops and rebels in July, now face death. English
Country(s): 
South Sudan
Author(s): 
Parach Mach
Publisher / Source: 
Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
Tag(s): 
Civil-Military Relations
Politics and Security

Whether or Not in Syria

Monday, September 26, 2016
OPINION: Obama could arm our friends the Kurds, but he probably won’t.English
Country(s): 
Syria
Publisher / Source: 
The Wall Street Journal
Tag(s): 
U.S. Policy

Oshkosh Gets $378 Million Tactical Vehicle Contract Modification

Monday, September 26, 2016
Oshkosh Defense has been awarded a $378 million modification to a foreign military sales contract covering tactical vehicle sales to Cameroon, Iraq and Somalia.
Country(s): 
Iraq
Somalia
Cameroon
Program(s): 
Foreign Military Sales
Author(s): 
Geoff Ziezulewicz
Publisher / Source: 
UPI
Tag(s): 
Military Equipment
Arms Sales

Shabaab Claims Pro-Government Militias Surrender in Central Somalia

Monday, September 26, 2016
One of Shabaab’s main radio stations in Somalia has published a report claiming “dozens” of pro-government militiamen in central Somalia have surrendered to the al Qaeda branch in recent days.English
Country(s): 
Somalia
Author(s): 
Caleb Weiss
Publisher / Source: 
The Long War Journal
Tag(s): 
Terrorism
Terrorism

African Union Says EU Funds Secured for Its Mission in Somalia

Monday, September 26, 2016
The African Union said it secured 178 million euros ($199.6 million) of financial support from the European Union for its peacekeeping mission in Somalia, as the war-torn nation prepares for elections next month.English
Country(s): 
African Union
Somalia
Author(s): 
Felix Njini
Publisher / Source: 
Bloomberg News
Tag(s): 
Foreign Aid

Angola, Mali, Nigeria and Sudan Receiving Russian Attack, Transport Helicopters

Monday, September 26, 2016
Over the next year, Russian Helicopters will deliver Mi-8/17 transport and Mi-24/35 attack helicopters to Nigeria, Mali, Angola and Sudan.English
Country(s): 
Angola
Mali
Publisher / Source: 
Defense Web
Tag(s): 
Arms Sales
Politics and Security

Boeing Gets U.S. Contract to Supply India with Harpoon Missiles

Monday, September 26, 2016
Boeing, the US aerospace and defence manufacturer has been contracted by the US department of defence for producing all-weather, anti-ship Harpoon missiles for India under the foreign military sales program.English
Country(s): 
India
Program(s): 
Foreign Military Sales
Author(s): 
Aditya Bhat
Publisher / Source: 
International Business Times
Tag(s): 
Arms Sales
U.S. Policy

U.S. Troops Aren’t Joining Afghans on Combat Ops: Pentagon

Monday, September 26, 2016
Conventional U.S. ground forces are participating in counter-terrorist missions in Afghanistan, but not accompanying Afghan security forces on combat operations, the commander of U.S. Forces in Afghanistan said Friday.English
Country(s): 
Afghanistan
Author(s): 
Brendan McGarry
Publisher / Source: 
DoD Buzz
Tag(s): 
Counterterrorism
Military and Police Aid

Congress: DIY Approach to Saudi Arabia

Monday, September 26, 2016
Diana Ohlbaum analyzes Congress' approach to U.S.- Saudi relations. English
Country(s): 
Saudi Arabia
Author(s): 
Diana Ohlbaum
Publisher / Source: 
LobeLog
Tag(s): 
U.S. Congress

Saudi's Skeptics Gain Strength in Congress

Monday, September 26, 2016
Lawmakers in both parties are growing more skeptical of the U.S. alliance with Saudi Arabia.
Country(s): 
Saudi Arabia
Author(s): 
Rebecca Kheel
Publisher / Source: 
The Hill
Tag(s): 
U.S. Congress
Arms Sales

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