France’s bitter retreat from west Africa
Following the ignominious end in 2022 of Barkhane, the multi-country anti-terrorism operation it launched at Mali’s request in 2013, France has given up most of its military footprint across west ...
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Niger: Many Nigeriens welcome withdrawal from ECOWAS with great hopes
Storyline: Many people in Niger have welcomed the country's departure from the Economic Community of West African States ...
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Why Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger's New Plan to Tackle Extremist Violence Is Likely to Fail [analysis]
The military-led nations of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) on January 29. They had announced their intention to leave one ...
IT Teams Worry About Increasing Cost of Cyber Tools From AI Features, While Criminals Barely Use Them
IT leaders warn AI is driving up cybersecurity costs, while hackers show little interest in AI for attacks, focusing instead on phishing and spam.
Google Halts Its Diversity and Inclusion Hiring Goals
Google is reevaluating its DEI initiatives, ending hiring targets, and reviewing diversity programs amid policy shifts affecting federal contractors.