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US Troops Arrive in Nigeria for Training Mission
US troops have arrived in Nigeria to assist with training, technical support, and intelligence-sharing to combat extremist groups.
16 Feb, 22:00 — 17 Feb, 02:38
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Fox NewsMixed60d ago
100 US troops land in Nigeria as Islamic militants threaten West Africa regional security
Nigeria counterterrorism efforts receive U.S. military support as American advisers arrive to help combat Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province attacks.
Read full article →Al JazeeraMostly Factual60d ago
US deploys 100 soldiers to Nigeria as attacks by armed groups surge
US soldiers will not have a combat role and are to operate under full command authority of Nigeria's military.
Read full article →DWHigh60d ago
US troops arrive in Nigeria on training mission
Nigeria's government is seeking US help with training, technical support and intelligence-sharing, to combat violence from extremist groups threatening its territory.
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First report: Reuters · 16 Feb, 17:51|Full coverage: 5 · 9h|Window: 9h
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