U.S. Africa Command strengthens ties with Djibouti as Al Qaida targets region

U.S. Africa Command strengthens ties with Djibouti as Al Qaida targets region

Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The United States plans to enhance military cooperation with Djibouti. Officials said Djibouti and the United States agreed to bolster their strategic relationship in an effort to stabilize the Horn of Africa which has contended with the influx and migration of Islamist fighters. The officials said the agreement was reached […]

U.S. Africa Command expands base in Djibouti

U.S. Africa Command expands base in Djibouti

Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The United States has been expanding military facilities in Djibouti. The Defense Department has awarded contracts to enhance and expand its military base at Camp Lemonnier. Officials said the effort was meant to accommodate increased air traffic of military supplies to the Arab League state. On Aug. 17, the U.S. […]