In response to recent advances by al-Shabaab, Turkey boosted its military presence in Somalia to protect buildings and critical infrastructure, such as the port, from terrorist attacks. “The Turkish troops are there solely to protect
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S.Sudan Refugees In Ethiopia Face Imminent ‘Health Catastrophe’: MSF
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