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China Announces Digitalized Combat Forces

China's state news agency says the Chinese army will conduct an exercise next month to test new types of combat forces, including units using digital technology.

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Ban says global support for Great Lakes peace deal can help Africa write ‘new narrative’

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Governments and private investors alike to be courageous and help Africa’s Great Lakes region leave behind its strife-torn past and a craft a “new narrative” based on peace, security and long-term development....

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Russia Says Missile System for Syria Will Deter Foreign Attacks

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Nigerian Military Says It Foiled 'Extensive Terrorist Operation'

The Nigerian military says it has killed three insurgents and captured 25 while foiling what it calls an "extensive terrorist operation" in the northeastern city of Maiduguri, at the epicenter of the insurrection by the group known as Boko Haram....

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