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EU’s Takuba Anti-Terror Force Quits Junta-Controlled Mali

The French-led Takuba task force of EU special forces has officially ceased operating in Mali, France announced Friday.

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UN Mission to Mali Extended, but Without French Air Support

The UN Security Council agreed to extend a peacekeeping mission in Mali another year — but without French air support as in the past.

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France Delivers Sherpa Tactical Vehicles, Defense Systems to Morocco

Morocco has taken delivery of an initial batch of Sherpa armored vehicles and VL MICA anti-aircraft missile systems from France.

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Thales, Syrlinks to Develop Next-Gen Atomic Clocks for France

Thales and Syrlinks have been awarded a contract to develop a next-generation atomic clock for the country’s armed forces.

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Paris to Send ‘6 More’ Caesar Howitzers to Ukraine: Macron

France will deliver "six additional Caesar" long-range self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine to help it counter the Russian invasion.

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Russian Mercenaries in Mali Base Days After France Pullout: Sources

Russian mercenaries arrived in the Malian town of Menaka just days after France's military pullout from the site.

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France Claims Capture of Senior IS-GS Figure in Mali

French troops in Mali have captured a senior member of the Sahel affiliate of the Islamic State group, the French military said.

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French Army Quits Mali Base Ahead of Total Pullout

French troops were handing back a military base in northeastern Mali ahead of a final withdrawal from the Sahel nation, France's army said.

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Lithuania to Buy Howitzers From France

Lithuania has agreed to buy 18 howitzers from France as the Baltic country bolsters its arsenal due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Macron Seeks Bigger Military Budget in ‘War Economy’

French President Emmanuel Macron called for a boost to defense budgets following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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