Britain Pledges Troops to Mali Mission, Niger Opens Airspace
The United Kingdom steps up its support for the French intervention in Mali.
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France, Mali Secure Timbuktu, America Expands Support
French and Malian forces drive the rebels back as the United States pledge more help.
Rebels’ Resolve Wavers As France Pushes North in Mali
Driven out of another stronghold by French forces, a split emerged among Mali’s Islamists.
CIA Control of Drone Program Undermines Accountability
Military control of the program would improve transparency and legislative oversight.
Chadian Forces Arrive in Mali, America “Dragging Its Feet”
As West African troops pour into Mali, the United States are reluctant to get involved.
France Deploys Armored Cars, Ground Troops to Mali
President Hollande says more troops will be deployed until regional powers can take over.
France to Put Down Mali Unrest in “Matter of Weeks”
French military intervention appears to have driven insurgents into the desert.
Yemen Succeeds Pakistan as Ground Zero in Drone War
Drone strikes in Pakistan decrease as Al Qaeda expands its presence in Yemen.
Franco-German Defense Relations Unlikely to Deepen
Enhanced Franco-German military cooperation would effectively shut Britain out of Europe.
NATO Ministers Discuss Turkish Missile Deployment
The alliance is expected to approve the deployment of missile defenses in Turkey.
Chinese Military Might Look Inward With New Drone
Unmanned aerial vehicles could be used by China for internal surveillance.
Syrian No-Fly Zone If Opposition Unites: Senator
Democrat Carl Levin intends to “keep the pressure on Iran” through Syria.
Dutch, Germans to Deploy Missile Systems in Turkey
Turkey is expected to request the deployment of missile systems on its border with Syria.
British-Spanish Relations Sour After Gibraltar Incursion
Tensions mount after the Spanish navy tried to seize a civilian Gibraltan vessel.
Britain’s Cameron Defends Arab Gulf Weapons Sales
Selling fighter jets to undemocratic nations is “completely legitimate,” says the premier.