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Experts warn terrorism threat is rising in Africa as US pulls back
Experts warn of a rising terrorism threat in Africa, with al-Qaida and Islamic State affiliates like Al Shabaab and ISWAP gaining capabilities through technology and expanding operations. The U.S. has reduced its military presence in Africa by 75% while focusing counterterrorism efforts on Somalia and Nigeria.
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