Messaging

TAN TAN, Morocco — The narrative around U.S. military involvement in Africa is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditionally, the emphasis has been on promoting good governance and addressing the root causes of insurgency. However, recent developments indicate a newfound focus on empowering African allies to stand on their own. This shift was especially evident during the African Lion exercise—America's largest joint training operation on the continent. “We need to be able to get our partners to the level of…

The Pentagon's inspector general's office is set to launch an investigation into the use of the commercial messaging app Signal by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for discussions related to air strikes in Yemen. This inquiry stems from a memo highlighting concerns regarding compliance with established policies regarding communication channels. Recently, the Trump administration has found itself enmeshed in controversy following the accidental leak of a group chat featuring senior security officials discussing air strikes…