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Drone Strikes Complicate Fight Against Armed Groups in Sahel Region

Drones and AI are reportedly being used by armed groups in the Sahel region to carry out increasingly sophisticated attacks on military targets, making it harder for forces to combat these threats. The recent brazen attack on an airport and airbase in Niger's capital is just one example of this trend.

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Middle East Bloomberg

Middle East Oil Crisis: Can Global Economy Survive $108 a Barrel?

Tensions in the Middle East are sparking concerns that a new wave of oil price instability could have far-reaching impacts on the global economy, echoing past periods of turmoil from the 1970s. Rising prices and supply disruptions could pose significant challenges for central banks and economies worldwide.

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