American special operations teams are playing a more direct role in military actions against suspected terrorists in Africa than the Pentagon has publicly acknowledged, planning and participating in combat raids by African troops in multiple countries including Somalia, Kenya, Tunisia and Niger, under a set of classified programs.
In repeated public statements, military spokespeople have said the American role in Africa is limited to “advising and assisting” other militaries. But for at least five years, Green Berets, Navy SEALs and other commandos operating under a little-understood authority have planned and controlled certain missions, putting them in charge of their African partner forces.
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https://www.politico.com/story/2018/07/02/secret-war-africa-pentagon-664005
I have not ever heard of even one credible threat to the USA from Africa. Have you?
So what the hell are we doing there?
If everyone left Africa alone, it could be the richest place on earth.
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