AGADEZ, Niger (AP) — On the scorching edge of the Sahara Desert, the U.S. Air Force is building a base for armed drones, the newest front in America's battle against the growing extremist threat in Africa's vast Sahel region.
Us Builds Drone Base In Niger, Crossroads Of Extremism Fight
By CARLEY PETESCH Associated Press, Waco Tribune-Herald
Mon, 04/23/2018 - 2:47am
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