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In a quiet yet significant move, the Trump administration is pondering an executive action to shift the operational landscape of the U.S. military. The spotlight is currently on the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), which is under scrutiny for a potential structural overhaul. According to several insiders with knowledge of these plans, there is a consideration to reposition AFRICOM as a subcomponent of the European Command (EUCOM). The larger narrative here aligns with President Trump's often-stated aim of trimming down…

In the quiet corners of West Africa, the landscape of military alliances is subtly shifting, as if echoing an unspoken dialogue between the past and the present. France, known for its significant military footprint across the African continent, has chosen a different path in recent months. This transformation, while not definitive, marks a chapter in the intricate narrative of international relations and defense strategies. During a ceremony in the vibrant heart of Côte d'Ivoire's capital, French Defence Minister…

--- ## Ethiopia Silent on Djibouti's Proposal for Easing Tensions with Somalia NAIROBI, Kenya - Over a month has trickled by, and Ethiopia has yet to respond to Djibouti's proposal, which aims to ease the strained relations between Addis Ababa and Mogadishu. This initiative, endorsed by multiple international actors, is gaining momentum. Djibouti's Foreign Affairs minister, Mohamoud Ali Youssouf, announced last month that Djibouti is poised to resolve the maritime dispute between Ethiopia and Somalia. He mentioned that…