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CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony

CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony
11:12 AM6/9/2020
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael D. Turello, outgoing commander of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), left, passes the command guidon to U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander of U.S. Africa Command, right, during a socially distanced change of command ceremony, June 8, 2020, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Turello relinquished command to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Lapthe C. Flora. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ashley Nicole Taylor)
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CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony

CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony
11:12 AM6/9/2020
U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander of U.S. Africa Command, served as presiding officer during a socially distanced change of command ceremony for the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), June 8, 2020, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Townsend presided over the ceremony as U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael D. Turello, outgoing commanding general (CG) of CJTF-HOA, relinquished command to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Lapthe C. Flora, incoming CG of CJTF-HOA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ashley Nicole Taylor)
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CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony

CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony CJTF-HOA holds change of command ceremony
11:12 AM6/9/2020
U.S. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, commander of U.S. Africa Command, left; U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael D. Turello, outgoing commanding general (CG) of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), center; and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Lapthe C. Flora, incoming CG of CJTF-HOA, right; salute during the playing of Ruffles and Flourishes during a socially distanced change of command ceremony, June 8, 2020, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Flora previously served as the U.S. Army Africa deputy commanding general. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ashley Nicole Taylor)
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CJTF-HOA: Incoming commander uniquely suited to lead in Africa

CJTF-HOA: Incoming commander uniquely suited to lead in Africa CJTF-HOA: Incoming commander uniquely suited to lead in Africa
11:12 AM6/9/2020
Maj. Gen. Michael Turello, outgoing commander, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), transfers command of the task force to Maj. Gen. Lapthe Flora, former deputy commander, U.S. Army Africa.
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Top terrorist leader killed in Mali

Top terrorist leader killed in Mali Top terrorist leader killed in Mali
4:51 PM6/8/2020
The Minister for the French armed forces, Florence Parly, announced Friday that French armed forces, with the support of their partners, killed the emir of the Al-Qaida in the lands of the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), Abdelmalek Droukdal, and several of his close collaborators, during an operation in northern Mali.
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Our Moral Compass.pdf

Our Moral Compass.pdf Our Moral Compass.pdf
7:59 PM6/5/2020
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Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya

Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya
4:43 PM6/5/2020
Link to download imagery of the Russian aircraft, including video, can be found at the bottom of this page.
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Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya

Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya
4:24 PM6/5/2020
Russian fighter jets were recently deployed to Libya in order to support Russian state-sponsored private military contractors (PMCs) operating on the ground there. The Russian fighter aircraft arrived in Libya, from an airbase in Russia, after transiting Syria where it is assessed they were repainted to camouflage their Russian origin. “The world heard Mr. Haftar declare he was about to unleash a new air campaign. That will be Russian mercenary pilots flying Russian-supplied aircraft to bomb Libyans,” said U.S. Army Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command. (Date taken = date uploaded to DVIDS)
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Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya

Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya
4:18 PM6/5/2020
Russian fighter jets were recently deployed to Libya in order to support Russian state-sponsored private military contractors (PMCs) operating on the ground there. The Russian fighter aircraft arrived in Libya, from an airbase in Russia, after transiting Syria where it is assessed they were repainted to camouflage their Russian origin. “The world heard Mr. Haftar declare he was about to unleash a new air campaign. That will be Russian mercenary pilots flying Russian-supplied aircraft to bomb Libyans,” said U.S. Army Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command. (Date taken = date uploaded to DVIDS)
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AFRICOM raises visibility, launches updated, mobile-friendly website

AFRICOM raises visibility, launches updated, mobile-friendly website AFRICOM raises visibility, launches updated, mobile-friendly website
2:07 PM6/5/2020
Site supports multiple languages to address threats to African/U.S. interests, to include video captured by our pilots of Russian aircraft en route to Libya in May.
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New Marine Crisis Response Force Takes the Reins

New Marine Crisis Response Force Takes the Reins New Marine Crisis Response Force Takes the Reins
9:47 AM6/2/2020
Marines will be postured to respond to a broad range of military operations in Africa Command, including U.S. Embassy reinforcement, fixed-site security, and humanitarian assistance, among others.
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Vehicle donation enhances Kenya’s capability to combat corruption, drug trafficking

Vehicle donation enhances Kenya’s capability to combat corruption, drug trafficking Vehicle donation enhances Kenya’s capability to combat corruption, drug trafficking
10:10 AM6/1/2020
The donation also furthers the investigation of transnational criminal organizations, highlighting a commitment to preserve and strengthen the rule of law in Kenya.
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AFRICOM commander reaffirms bilateral partnership with Tunisia

AFRICOM commander reaffirms bilateral partnership with Tunisia AFRICOM commander reaffirms bilateral partnership with Tunisia
8:41 PM5/29/2020
During a telephone call, the leaders discussed upcoming training and exercise opportunities as they reaffirmed the strong American-Tunisian bilateral partnership.
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Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya

Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya Russia deploys military fighter aircraft to Libya
12:00 AM5/26/2020
U.S. Africa Command assesses that Moscow recently deployed military fighter aircraft to Libya in order to support Russian state-sponsored private military contractors operating on the ground there.
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Federal Government of Somalia, AFRICOM target al-Shabaab

Federal Government of Somalia, AFRICOM target al-Shabaab Federal Government of Somalia, AFRICOM target al-Shabaab
12:13 PM5/18/2020
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab terrorists in vicinity of Qunyo Barrow, Somalia, on May 17, 2020.
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Humanitarian assistance provided to Seychelles, Mauritius to combat COVID-19

Humanitarian assistance provided to Seychelles, Mauritius to combat COVID-19 Humanitarian assistance provided to Seychelles, Mauritius to combat COVID-19
9:50 AM5/14/2020
The protective equipment, distributed by the embassy as part of AFRICOM’s humanitarian assistance programs to reduce human suffering and provide essential services to vulnerable populations, will assist medical professionals fighting this epidemic.
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Moving in COVID-19 Environment.pdf

Moving in COVID-19 Environment.pdf Moving in COVID-19 Environment.pdf
10:21 AM5/13/2020
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PCS Info - 5 Measures to Protect Your Health.pdf

PCS Info - 5 Measures to Protect Your Health.pdf PCS Info - 5 Measures to Protect Your Health.pdf
10:21 AM5/13/2020
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Personal Property Quick Reference Guide.pdf

Personal Property Quick Reference Guide.pdf Personal Property Quick Reference Guide.pdf
10:21 AM5/13/2020
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U.S. delivers specialized vehicles to Moroccan Special Operations Forces

U.S. delivers specialized vehicles to Moroccan Special Operations Forces U.S. delivers specialized vehicles to Moroccan Special Operations Forces
9:24 AM5/11/2020
The U.S. transferred ownership of 21 specialized vehicles to the Moroccan Forces Armées Royale Special Operations Company May 6.
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